BMW 7 Series: Replacing Ignition Unit For Left Xenon Headlight
WARNING: Version with xenon headlights: Danger to life due to high voltage! Therefore disconnect all components from voltage supply before removal.
Work on the entire xenon lighting system (ignition device, control unit and bulb) may only be carried out by qualified personnel.
Follow instructions for HANDLING LIGHT BULBS (EXTERIOR LIGHTS)
Necessary preliminary work
- Remove LEFT HEADLIGHT
Release screws (1) on cover (2) and remove from headlight (3).
Tightening torque 63 12 4AZ.
Installation note: The housing cover must be locked correctly.
Check seal.
Replace the housing cover, if necessary.
Observe NOTES FOR REPLACING THE PROTECTIVE CAP.
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Fig. 127: Identifying Headlight With Screws On Cover
Disconnect plug connection (1) on ignition unit with bulb (3).
Unlock retainer (2) and remove ignition unit with bulb (3) in direction of arrow.
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Fig. 128: Removing Ignition Unit With Bulb
REPLACING RIGHT IGNITION UNIT FOR RIGHT XENON HEADLIGHT
Operation is described in: Replacing IGNITION UNIT FOR LEFT XENON HEADLIGHT
REPLACING IGNITION UNIT FOR LEFT XENON HEADLIGHT
See REPLACING IGNITION UNIT FOR LEFT XENON HEADLIGHT.
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General Instructions On Paintwork
General instructions and classification of paint stages are described on the
KSD-CD (notes-general information
on flat rate unit data, passenger car explanation for FR specifications for
painting).
Miscellaneous Painting
Follow GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS ON PAINTING.
Engine compartment, complete
Carry over the area shown symmetrically to the other side of the car.
Fig. 1: Identifying Paint Applying Areas On Engine Compartm
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Removing And Installing/Replacing Return Line For Power Steering
With ARS (N63)
Notes
WARNING: DANGER OF POISONING if oil is ingested/absorbed through the
skin!
RISK OF INJURY if oil comes into contact with eyes and skin!
IMPORTANT: Adhere to the utmost cleanliness. Do not allow any dirt to
enter the hydraulic
system.
Do not draw off hydraulic fluid (risk of contamination).
Removing And Installing Door
IMPORTANT: Do not damage adjoining body parts.
The illustrations are schematic representations and are to be applied to the
relevant vehicle type.
Open door.
Release screw on connector frame.
Front door: Tightening torque 41 51 4AZ.
Rear door: Tightening torque 41 52 4AZ.
Fig. 394: Locating Sc
