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Disassembly and Replacement of the BMW 3 Series Headlight Assembly

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

This guide briefly outlines the steps to disassemble and replace the front headlight assembly of the BMW 3 Series. First, open the hood of your car and start removing the mounting screws located at the top of the headlight; then, remove the plastic cover located under the headlight by unscrewing the additional screws, as shown in the video. At this point, gently remove the front headlight by disconnecting the electrical connector for the bulbs at the back; install the new headlight assembly or replace the bulbs, then reassemble everything!

Updated on 7 July 2026 by ScegliAuto

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