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Procedure
– Switch off ignition and take out ignition key.
– To renew lower headlight holders, unscrew bolts -1 … 3-.
– Position adjuster nut -4- from rear on mount at lock carrier.
– To renew upper headlight holder -1-, unscrew bolts -2- and
-3- and unclip holder from headlight housing.
Tightening torques
Component Nm
Lower headlight holder to lock carrier 6
Upper headlight holder to lock carrier 6
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