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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Checking Filler Cap Pressure Relief Valve
Notes
Set pressure regulator on special tool 16 1 171 fully in "-" direction.
Connect special tool 16 1 171 using compressed air line (1) to workshop
compressed air system (8... 10 bar).
Connect pressure sensor (2) from Diagnosis and Information System.
Connect special tool 16 1 172 to quick-rele
Rear Axle Layout
Fig. 8: Rear Axle Layout
Overview, rear axle support with rubber mount
Overview of rear differential/output shafts
Compression strut, front
Overview of steering links
Anti-roll bar link
Anti-roll bar / rubber mount
Shock absorber / support bearing
Coil spring
Wheel bearing / drive flange
