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Removal of the headlight of the Bmw Serie 3

Model: BMW Serie 3 E46 - Years 1998-2006
Part: Headlight

In this short guide, let's see the steps on how to disassemble and replace the front light of the BMW 3 Series, following the instructions below. First of all, we open the bonnet of our car and begin to detach the small plastic bulkhead that we find under the headlight; then use a torx screwdriver to unscrew the screws on the light, disconnecting the electrical connector of the bulbs to remove it, as shown in the video. Now let's replace, if necessary, the bulbs or the entire optical group; then we put everything back together, applying the reverse procedure!

Posted on 9 January 2023 by ScegliAuto

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Let’s see how to replace the front headlight bulbs on an Opel Mokka. Open the bonnet by pulling the lever located at the bottom right of the dashboard, and secure it with the prop rod. Locate the rubber inspection cap on the back of the headlight and remove it. Disconnect the bulb holder from the headlight and extract the damaged bulbs with the help of a screwdriver. Install the new bulbs (always ensure they are the correct type and size) and insert the bulb holder back into the headlight housing. Reassemble all previously removed parts (headlight cover cap).

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