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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The system reads if the front passenger seat is
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Front, knee, and side airbag on the front passenger's
side are activated or deactivated.
General information
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Checking Front And Rear Wheel For Lateral And Radial Runout
Necessary preliminary tasks
Check wheel bearings
Lift vehicle.
Check wheel with special tool 36 1 030 (measuring fixture) for lateral runout.
Fig. 1: Checking Wheel Lateral Runout Using Special Tool (36 1 030)
Check wheel with special tool 36 1 030 (measuring fixture) for radial runout.
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