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Replacing Drive/Electronics Box for Left Adaptive Headlight




63 12 895 - Replacing drive/electronics box for left adaptive headlight





Warning!
Version with xenon headlights: Danger to life due to high voltage! Therefore, before removing, disconnect all components from the power supply (lighting system and ignition off).
Work on the entire xenon lighting system (ignition unit, control unit and lamp) may only be carried out by specialist personnel.





Important!
Read and comply with notes on protection against electrostatic damage (ESD protection) 61 35 ... Notes on ESD Protection (Electro Static Discharge).





Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Remove front left wheel arch cover 51 71 038 Removing and Installing/Replacing Front Left or Right Wheel Arch Cover (Front Section)





Release screws (1). Tightening torque 63 12 5AZ [1][2]Headlamp.
Remove drive for adaptive headlight (2) in direction of arrow from headlight (3).






Installation Note:
Fit drive for adaptive headlight (1) exactly on headlight.
Make sure pin housing (2) is correctly seated in plug housing (3).





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