Lights - Repair - e90 BMW M3 E90

63 10... Adjust the fog lights (with electronic headlight adjustment device MAHA Lite 3)

Switch on the headlight adjustment device by pressing any button.

Press F1 button. The shown display screen appears.

Perform the following settings

1. The passenger car must be selected.
2. Enter the setting dimension for the headlight with buttons F1/F2: - 2, 0 %
3. The right / left-hand traffic must be selected according to the country.
4. Select the fog light type with the F3 button: EC : for halogen fog lights EC LED : for LED fog lights

The adjusted values are adopted for future measurements.

Scheme 79

Press the button for the applicable side of the vehicle (1) briefly . The measured values are shown in the display. Symbol (2) will be displayed.

When the fog light has been adjusted correctly, "OK" will be displayed

1. OK (3): The setting is correct. However, a more accurate adjustment is possible.
2. OK (4): The setting is absolutely correct. A more accurate adjustment is no longer possible.

When a fog light adjustment is incorrect, arrows (5) will be displayed. Use the arrows (5) to adjust the fog light.

Scheme 80

63 10 004 Adjusting headlights

Note. Comply with TEST PRECONDITIONS FOR HEADLIGHT ADJUSTMENT .

Adjust headlights at adjusting screws (1) and (2).

A definite allocation of adjusting screws is not possible.

1. Adjustment screw primarily for vertical adjustment
2. Adjustment screw primarily for lateral adjustment

High-beam and low-beam headlights may be adjusted using device "MAHA Lite 3". See device manufacturer's operating instructions.

63 10... Test requirements for headlights vertical aim adjustment

1. Car parked on level ground.
2. Replace faulty glass and mirrors and blackened light bulbs.
3. Check tire pressure and correct if necessary.
4. Apply load equivalent to one person on driver's seat (approx. 75 kg).
5. Vehicle with full fuel tank or appropriate additional weight in luggage compartment.
6. Correct adjustment of headlights in relation to engine hood (gap dimensions).
7. Manual headlight vertical aim control: Turn handwheel to 0 position.
8. Automatic headlight vertical aim control: Wait approx. 30 seconds after switching on lights.
9. Version with xenon headlights: Wait 80 seconds after switching on lights. During this time, do not move the vehicle and avoid vibrations.
10. Align headlight aimer with vehicle longitudinal axis and parallel to parking surface. Set marking line (M) on aimer to distance (e). Scale graduations on aimer are equal to a gradient in cm at a distance of 10 meters.

Scheme 81

Light/dark boundary of headlights in headlight aimer

e Adjustment dimension, headlights

1. as per type plate on headlight housing in % (e.g.: 1.0 % = 10 cm/10 m = 10 on headlight aimer).

Adjustment dimension, fog lights

1. all vehicles 2.0 % = 20 cm/10 m = 20 on headlight aimer.

H Height of center of headlight above parking surface.

h H - e = height of marking line above parking surface

+ Central mark = center point of high-beam headlight.

M Marking line of headlamp aimer

S Parking surface of vehicle and headlight aimer

Adjustment dimension (e) is only valid for EUR. Observe differing national regulations.

6311... Installing headlight repair kit

Necessary preliminary tasks

1. Remove headlight. See «XENON HEADLIGHT»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/exterior-lights/#lights-repair-e90__63-12-010-removing-and-installing) or «ADAPTIVE HEADLIGHT»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/exterior-lights/#lights-repair-e90__63-12-015-removing-and-installing) .

Note. Damaged retaining tabs (1) can be replaced with the repair kit. Replacement of headlight is not required !

Remove damaged retaining tabs (1) up to line marked with arrows.

Mount retaining tab from repair kit (3) as shown and tighten screw (2).

Scheme 82

After installation

1. Adjust headlights. See «ADJUSTING HEADLIGHTS»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/exterior-lights/#lights-repair-e90__63-10-004-adjusting-headlights) .

6312... Headlight fogging fault pattern

Note. Certain weather conditions can lead to fogging on the inside of the headlight lens. This is not necessarily a fault that requires replacement of the headlight.

(A): Permissible fogging. Headlight does not need to be replaced.

(B): Impermissible fogging. Replace the headlight.

Scheme 83

63 12... Installing additional bracket for left or right xenon headlight

Note. An additional bracket is installed on some models as standard to protect the xenon headlights against vibrations. It is installed on vehicles without a standard additional bracket in the event of a customer complaint that the "xenon headlight is vibrating".

Necessary preliminary tasks

Remove front bumper panel. See FRONT BUMPER TRIM (UP TO 09/08) or FRONT BUMPER TRIM (FROM 09/08) .

Slacken nuts (1).

Scheme 84

Installation sequence

1. Install additional bracket (2) as shown.
2. Tighten nut (1) hand-tight.
3. Screw on additional bracket (2) with holder (4). Tightening torque: see 2AZ in «63 12 HEADLIGHTS»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/exterior-lights/#lights-tightening-torques-e90__63-12-headlights)
4. Tighten nut (1). Tightening torque: see 1AZ in «63 12 HEADLIGHTS»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/exterior-lights/#lights-tightening-torques-e90__63-12-headlights)

Scheme 85

63 99... Notes for replacing the protective cap of the headlight

When working on the headlight system, check the protective cap seals.

Replace the protective cap in the event of damage!

Example: screwed protective cap

Seal (1) on protective cap (2).

Scheme 86

Example: latchable protective cap

Seal (1) on protective cap (2).

Scheme 87

63 12 015 Removing and installing or replacing left headlight (adaptive headlight)

Necessary preliminary tasks

1. Remove front bumper trim . See «5111156 REMOVING AND INSTALLING FRONT BUMPER TRIM»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/door-locks-anti-theft-systems/#body-equipment-repair-e90__51-11-156-removing-and-installing) or «5111156 REMOVING AND INSTALLING FRONT BUMPER TRIM (UP TO 09/08)»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/door-locks-anti-theft-systems/#body-equipment-repair-e90__51-11-156-removing-and-installing)
2. Remove high-pressure nozzle . See «6167083 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING LEFT OR RIGHT HIGH-PRESSURE NOZZLE OF HEADLIGHT»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/door-locks-anti-theft-systems/#general-electrical-system-repair-e90__61-67-083-removing-and-installingreplacing) or «6167083 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING HIGH-PRESSURE NOZZLE OF HEADLIGHT WASHER SYSTEM ON LEFT OR RIGHT (M3)»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/door-locks-anti-theft-systems/#general-electrical-system-repair-e90__61-67-083-removing-and-installingreplacing) of headlight washer system

Release screw (1) on headlight arm (2) (from wheel arch side). Tightening torque 63 12 1AZ .

Scheme 88

Release bolts (1). Tightening torque 63 12 3AZ .

M3

Release screw (2). Tightening torque 63 12 7AZ .

Release wiring harness fastener (3) on headlight arm.

Remove high-pressure line and wiring harness from headlight arm.

Pull out headlight (4) slightly and disconnect associated plug connection.

Remove headlight (4) in direction of arrow.

Scheme 89

Installation

1. Observe «GAP DIMENSIONS»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/exterior-body-panels/#body-repair-e90__41-00-gap-dimensions-body)
2. Adjust headlights See «6310004 ADJUSTING HEADLIGHTS»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/exterior-lights/#lights-repair-e90__63-10-004-adjusting-headlights) or «6310004 ADJUSTING HEADLIGHTS»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/exterior-lights/#lights-repair-e90__63-10-004-adjusting-headlights)

Replacement up to 09/2008

1. Release screws (1) (tightening torque «63 12 2AZ»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/exterior-lights/#lights-tightening-torques-e90) ) and remove headlight arm (2) from headlight
2. Remove ignition unit/bulb for xenon headlight . See «6312871 REPLACING IGNITION UNIT FOR RIGHT XENON HEADLIGHT (WITH XENON BULB)»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/exterior-lights/#lights-repair-e90__63-12-871-replacing-ignition-unit) or «6312870 REPLACING IGNITION UNIT FOR LEFT XENON HEADLIGHT (WITH XENON BULB)»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/exterior-lights/#lights-repair-e90__63-12-870-replacing-ignition-unit)
3. Remove control unit for xenon headlights . See «6312861 REPLACING CONTROL UNIT FOR RIGHT XENON HEADLIGHT»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/exterior-lights/#lights-repair-e90__63-12-861-replacing-control-unit) or «6312860 REPLACING CONTROL UNIT FOR LEFT XENON HEADLIGHT»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/exterior-lights/#lights-repair-e90__63-12-860-replacing-control-unit)
4. Remove drive/electronics box for adaptive headlight . See «6312895 REPLACING DRIVE/ELECTRONICS BOX FOR LEFT ADAPTIVE HEADLIGHT»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/exterior-lights/#lights-repair-e90__63-12-895-replacing-electronics-boxcontrol) or «6312896 REPLACING DRIVE/ELECTRONICS BOX FOR RIGHT ADAPTIVE HEADLIGHT»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/exterior-lights/#lights-repair-e90__63-12-896-replacing-electronics-boxcontrol)
5. If necessary, remove bulbs . See «6399273 REPLACING BULB FOR LEFT (OR RIGHT) FRONT TURN INDICATOR»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/exterior-lights/#lights-repair-e90__63-99-273-replacing-bulb-for) ; «6399160 REPLACING BULB FOR FRONT LEFT (OR RIGHT) TURNING LIGHTS»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/exterior-lights/#lights-repair-e90__63-99-160-replacing-bulb-for) ; «6399145 REPLACING BULB FOR FRONT LEFT (OR RIGHT) SIDE LIGHTS»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/exterior-lights/#lights-repair-e90__63-99-145-replacing-bulb-for) or «6312870 REPLACING IGNITION UNIT FOR LEFT XENON HEADLIGHT (WITH XENON BULB)»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/exterior-lights/#lights-repair-e90__63-12-870-replacing-ignition-unit) .

Replacement as from 09/2008

Scheme 90

1. Remove «DIRECTION INDICATOR INSERT»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/exterior-lights/#lights-repair-e90__63-13-080-removing-and-installingreplacing)
2. Remove drive/electronics box for adaptive headlight

63 12 010 Removing and installing or replacing left headlight (xenon headlight)

Necessary preliminary tasks

1. Remove «BUMPER TRIM»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/door-locks-anti-theft-systems/#body-equipment-repair-e90__51-11-156-removing-and-installing)
2. Remove high-pressure nozzle See «6167083 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING LEFT OR RIGHT HIGH-PRESSURE NOZZLE OF HEADLIGHT»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/door-locks-anti-theft-systems/#general-electrical-system-repair-e90__61-67-083-removing-and-installingreplacing) or «6167083 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING HIGH-PRESSURE NOZZLE OF HEADLIGHT WASHER SYSTEM ON LEFT OR RIGHT (M3)»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/door-locks-anti-theft-systems/#general-electrical-system-repair-e90__61-67-083-removing-and-installingreplacing) of headlight washer system

Release screw (1) on headlight arm (2) (from wheel arch side). Tightening torque 63 12 1AZ .

Release screws (1). Tightening torque 63 12 3AZ .

M3

Release screw (2). Tightening torque 63 12 7AZ .

Release wiring harness fastener (3) on headlight arm.

Remove high-pressure line and wiring harness from headlight arm.

Pull out headlight (4) slightly and disconnect associated plug connection.

Remove headlamp (4) in direction of arrow.

Installation

1. Observe «GAP DIMENSIONS»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/exterior-body-panels/#body-repair-e90__41-00-gap-dimensions-body)
2. Adjust «HEADLIGHTS»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/exterior-lights/#lights-repair-e90__63-10-004-adjusting-headlights)

Replacement

1. Release screws (1) (tightening torque «63 12 2AZ»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/exterior-lights/#lights-tightening-torques-e90) ) and remove headlight arm (2) from headlight
2. Remove ignition unit/bulb for xenon headlight See «6312871 REPLACING IGNITION UNIT FOR RIGHT XENON HEADLIGHT (WITH XENON BULB)»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/exterior-lights/#lights-repair-e90__63-12-871-replacing-ignition-unit) or «6312870 REPLACING IGNITION UNIT FOR LEFT XENON HEADLIGHT (WITH XENON BULB)»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/exterior-lights/#lights-repair-e90__63-12-870-replacing-ignition-unit)
3. Remove control unit for xenon headlights See «6312861 REPLACING CONTROL UNIT FOR RIGHT XENON HEADLIGHT»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/exterior-lights/#lights-repair-e90__63-12-861-replacing-control-unit) or «6312860 REPLACING CONTROL UNIT FOR LEFT XENON HEADLIGHT»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/exterior-lights/#lights-repair-e90__63-12-860-replacing-control-unit)
4. If necessary, remove bulbs See «6399273 REPLACING BULB FOR LEFT (OR RIGHT) FRONT TURN INDICATOR»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/exterior-lights/#lights-repair-e90__63-99-273-replacing-bulb-for) or «6399145 REPLACING BULB FOR FRONT LEFT (OR RIGHT) SIDE LIGHTS»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/exterior-lights/#lights-repair-e90__63-99-145-replacing-bulb-for) .

67 16 011 Removing and installing/replacing left vertical aim adjuster (xenon headlight)

Necessary preliminary tasks

1. Remove «WHEEL ARCH COVER FRONT SECTION»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/door-locks-anti-theft-systems/#body-equipment-repair-e90__51-71-038-removing-and-installingreplacing) at front

Note. For purposes of clarity, following illustrations show headlight removed.

Release screws (1) and remove cover (2).

Scheme 91

Release screws (1).

Scheme 92

Disconnect plug connection (1).

Slide headlight insert (2) upwards in direction of arrow.

Move vertical aim adjuster (3) downwards in direction of arrow and feed out.

Scheme 93

Installation

Feed ball head of vertical aim adjuster (1) into mounting (2).

Scheme 94

After installation

1. «ADJUST HEADLIGHTS»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/exterior-lights/#lights-repair-e90__63-10-004-adjusting-headlights)

63 12 012 Removing and installing right headlight (xenon headlight)

Operation is described in

Removing and installing LEFT HEADLIGHT

63 12 017 Removing and installing/replacing right headlight (adaptive headlight)

Operation is described in

Removing and installing LEFT HEADLIGHT

67 16 016 Removing and installing/replacing right headlight vertical aim adjuster

Operation is identical to

REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING LEFT HEADLIGHT VERTICAL AIM ADJUSTER

63 12 860 Replacing control unit for left xenon headlight

Necessary preliminary tasks

1. Remove front left wheel arch trim

S65

1. Remove left «HEADLIGHT»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/exterior-lights/#lights-repair-e90__63-12-010-removing-and-installing)

Note. Headlight removed for purposes of clarity.

Release screws (1). Tightening torque 63 12 4AZ .

Lift control unit (2) off headlight.

Scheme 95

Disconnect plug connection (1).

Remove control unit (2).

Installation

Make sure sealing sleeve (3) is correctly seated.

Scheme 96

63 12 861 Replacing control unit for right xenon headlight

Necessary preliminary tasks

1. Remove front right wheel arch trim

N54/S65

1. Remove «RIGHT HEADLIGHT»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/exterior-lights/#lights-repair-e90__63-12-010-removing-and-installing)

Note. Headlight removed for purposes of clarity.

Release screws (1). Tightening torque 63 12 4AZ .

Lift control unit (2) off headlight.

Disconnect plug connection (1).

Remove control unit (2).

Installation

Make sure sealing sleeve (3) is correctly seated.

63 12 895 Replacing electronics box/control unit for left adaptive headlight

Necessary preliminary tasks

1. Remove «LEFT HEADLIGHT»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/exterior-lights/#lights-repair-e90__63-12-015-removing-and-installing)

Note. Operation is shown by way of example on the E70.

Release screws (1). Tightening torque 63 12 5AZ .

Remove drive/electronics box for adaptive headlight (2) from headlight.

Installation

Make sure seal is correctly positioned on drive/electronics box for adaptive headlight (2).

Fit drive/electronics box for adaptive headlight (2) exactly on headlight.

Scheme 97

Make sure pin housing (3) is correctly seated in plug housing (4).

Carry out vehicle programming and encoding.

63 12 896 Replacing electronics box/control unit for right adaptive headlight

Operation is described in

Replacing DRIVE/ELECTRONICS BOX FOR LEFT ADAPTIVE HEADLIGHT

63 12 870 Replacing ignition unit for left xenon headlight (with xenon bulb)

Necessary preliminary work

1. «REMOVE FRONT LEFT WHEEL ARCH TRIM»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/door-locks-anti-theft-systems/#body-equipment-repair-e90__51-71-038-removing-and-installingreplacing)

Note. Headlight removed for purposes of clarity.

Release screws (1) and remove cover cap (2) from headlight. Tightening torque 63 12 6AZ .

Installation note

Protective cap (2) must be correctly engaged.

Check seal.

Replace protective cap (2) if necessary.

Comply with INSTRUCTIONS FOR REPLACING THE PROTECTIVE CAP .

Disconnect plug connection (1).

Unlock spring wire clips (2).

Remove ignition unit for xenon headlight (3) from headlight.

Installation note

Make sure ignition unit for xenon headlight (3) is exactly seated on headlight.

Scheme 98

63 12 871 Replacing ignition unit for right xenon headlight (with xenon bulb)

Necessary preliminary tasks

1. Remove «FRONT RIGHT WHEEL ARCH TRIM»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/door-locks-anti-theft-systems/#body-equipment-repair-e90__51-71-038-removing-and-installingreplacing)

Note. Headlight removed for purposes of clarity.

Release screws (1) and remove cover cap (2) from headlight. Tightening torque 63 12 6AZ .

Installation

Make sure cover cap (2) is correctly seated on headlight (otherwise headlight subject to leaks).

Disconnect plug connection (1).

Unlock spring wire clips (2).

Remove ignition unit for xenon headlight (3) from headlight.

Installation

Make sure ignition unit for xenon headlight (3) is exactly seated on headlight.

63 13 200 Removing and installing/replacing front left or right auxiliary direction indicator (M3)

Feed cable tie (1) into trim grille (6).

Unlock retaining lugs (2) of trim grille (6) with special tool 00 9 340 REMOVAL AID in direction of arrow. This operation must release the catch (3) of the auxiliary direction indicator chrome bar (4) from the front side panel.

Unlock retaining lug (5) of trim grille (6) with special tool 00 9 340 REMOVAL AID , pulling trim grille (6) with cable tie (1) in direction of arrow.

Feed trim grille (6) with auxiliary direction indicator chrome bar (4) out of front side panel.

Disconnect associated plug connection and remove trim grille (6) with auxiliary direction indicator chrome bar (4).

Scheme 99

Installation

Trim grille (6) and retaining lugs (2, 5) must not be damaged. If necessary, replace trim grille.

Make sure trim grille (6) with auxiliary direction indicator chrome bar (4) is correctly seated on front side panel.

Unlock all retaining lugs of auxiliary direction indicator chrome bar (1) with a suitable tool.

Remove trim grille (2) from auxiliary direction indicator chrome bar (1).

Installation

Make sure trim grille (2) is correctly engaged on auxiliary direction indicator chrome bar (1).

Scheme 100

Release screw (1). Tightening torque 63 13 1AZ .

Remove auxiliary direction indicator (2) in direction of arrow from auxiliary direction indicator chrome bar (3).

Installation

Journal (4) of auxiliary direction indicator (2) must first be fed into auxiliary direction indicator chrome bar (3).

Scheme 101

63 13 080 Removing and installing/replacing left direction indicator insert from series status 09/2008

Necessary preliminary tasks

1. Remove «LEFT HEADLIGHT»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/exterior-lights/#lights-repair-e90__63-12-015-removing-and-installing)

Release screws (1).

Tightening torque 63 12 9AZ .

Remove direction indicator insert (2) from headlight (3).

Scheme 102

Unfasten plug connection (1) and disconnect.

Remove direction indicator insert (2) from headlight (3).

Scheme 103

63 14 060 Removing and installing/replacing front left or right side marker (M3/US)

Press side marker (1) upwards with special tool 64 1 020 HOOK and feed in direction of arrow out of bumper trim (2).

Installation

Retaining spring of side marker (1) must not be damaged or missing.

Make sure side marker (1) is correctly seated in bumper trim (2).

Scheme 104

63 21 180 Removing and installing/replacing left or right rear light (in side panel)

Remove cover (1) in direction of arrow from luggage compartment wheel arch trim (2).

Scheme 105

Disconnect plug connection (1).

Unlock locking clip (2) in direction of arrow and remove socket housing (3) from rear light (4).

Scheme 106

Release nuts (1), tightening torque 63 21 1AZ .

Remove rear light (2) in outwards direction from side panel (3).

Installation

Make sure gap is uniform all round between rear light (2) and side panel (3).

Scheme 107

Installation

Make sure seal (1) is correctly seated on rear light (2).

Scheme 108

63 21 183 Removing and installing/replacing left or right tail light (on rear lid)

Necessary preliminary tasks

1. Partially remove «TRIM PANEL FOR REAR LID»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/door-locks-anti-theft-systems/#body-equipment-repair-e90__51-49-000-removing-and-installingreplacing)

Disconnect plug connection (1).

Unlock locking clip (2) in direction of arrow and remove socket housing (3) from rear light (4).

Scheme 109

Slacken nut (1) until clamping jaw (2) on rear lid (3) can be unlatched.

Tightening torque 63 21 1AZ .

Installation

Make sure clamping jaw (2) is correctly seated on rear lid (3).

Fold rear light (4) outwards out of rear lid (3).

Remove rear light (4).

Installation

Position lugs (5) of rear light (4) exactly over side edge of rear lid (3).

Scheme 110

Installation

Make sure seal (1) is correctly seated on rear light (2).

Scheme 111

63 21 057 Replacing a socket housing for left or right rear light (rear lid)

Necessary preliminary tasks

1. Partially remove «TRIM PANEL FOR REAR LID»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/door-locks-anti-theft-systems/#body-equipment-repair-e90__51-49-000-removing-and-installingreplacing)

Unfasten plug connection (1) and disconnect.

Unlock locking clip (2) in direction of arrow and remove socket housing for rear light (3) from rear light (4).

Note. Convert bulbs, replace if necessary. See TYPE OF BULB .

63 21 055 Replacing a socket housing for left or right rear light (side panel)

Remove cover (1) in direction of arrow from luggage compartment wheel arch trim (2).

Unfasten plug connection (1) and disconnect.

Unlock locking clip (2) in direction of arrow and remove socket housing for rear light (3) from rear light (4).

Note. Convert bulbs, replace if necessary. Note TYPE OF BULB .

63 21 104 Replacing sealing frame for left or right rear light (on rear lid)

Necessary preliminary tasks

1. Remove «REAR LIGHT»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/exterior-lights/#lights-repair-e90__63-21-183-removing-and-installingreplacing)

Detach sealing frame for rear light (1) completely from rear light (2).

Clean bonding surface and allow to dry.

Installation

Make sure sealing frame for rear light (1) is correctly bonded all round on rear light (2).

63 21 101 Replacing sealing frame for left or right rear light (on side panel)

Necessary preliminary tasks

1. Remove «REAR LIGHT»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/exterior-lights/#lights-repair-e90__63-21-180-removing-and-installingreplacing)

Detach sealing frame for rear light (1) completely from rear light (2).

Clean bonding surface and allow to dry.

Installation

Make sure sealing frame for rear light (1) is correctly bonded all round on rear light (2).

63 25 000 Removing and installing/replacing auxiliary brake light

Unclip auxiliary brake light cover (1) at retaining points (3).

Remove auxiliary brake light cover (1) in direction of arrow from roofliner (2).

Scheme 112

Installation

Retaining hooks (3) and guides (2) of auxiliary brake light cover (1) must not be damaged.

Make sure cover for auxiliary brake light (1) is correctly seated.

Scheme 113

Unfasten plug connection (1) and disconnect.

Unlock slide (2) in direction of arrow and remove auxiliary brake light (4) from rear window (3).

Installation

Make sure auxiliary brake light (4) is correctly positioned on rear window (3).

Scheme 114

63 26 000 Removing and installing/replacing left or right number/license plate light

Lever number/license plate light (1) 64 1 020 HOOK with special tool in direction of arrow out of tailgate.

Disconnect associated plug connection.

Remove number plate light (1).

Replacement

Scheme 115

1. If necessary, remove bulb.
2. Note bulb type

Scheme 116

63 31 004 Removing and installing or replacing complete ceiling light (rear, with module for passenger compartment protection)

Carefully unclip trim of ceiling light (1) with special tool 00 9 341 in direction of arrow from ceiling light and remove.

Scheme 117

Version with reading lights

Note. Operation is shown by way of example on the roof switch center.

Retaining clips (1) are located on centerline of both reading lights.

Carefully unlock retaining clips (1) with special tool 00 9 341.

Scheme 118

Version without reading lights

Retaining clips (1) are located at distance (A) from outer edges of ceiling light.

(A) = 35 mm

Carefully unlock retaining clips (1) with special tool 00 9 341.

Scheme 119

Lever ceiling light (1) with special tool 00 9 341 in direction of arrow out of roofliner (2).

Disconnect plug connection underneath and remove ceiling light (1).

Scheme 120

Installation

Assemble ceiling light prior to installation

1. Feed in ceiling light trim (1) at line (2)
2. Press ceiling light trim (1) in direction of arrow onto ceiling light (3)

Make sure ceiling light trim (1) is correctly engaged on ceiling light (3).

Scheme 121

Replacement

1. Remove «MODULE FOR INTERIOR MOVEMENT DETECTOR»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/door-locks-anti-theft-systems/#audio-navigation-anti-theft-restraint-repair-e90__65-75-071-removing-and-installing)
2. If necessary, remove «BULBS»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/exterior-lights/#lights-repair-e90__63-99-432-replacing-bulb-for) .

63 31 000 Removing and installing or replacing complete roof light (front)

Version with roof switch cluster

Operation is described in

1. Removing and installing (replacing) «ROOF SWITCH CENTRE»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/door-locks-anti-theft-systems/#general-electrical-system-repair-e90__61-31-043-removing-and-installing)

Version without roof switch cluster

Lever ceiling light (1) with special tool 00 9 341 out of roofliner (2).

Disconnect associated plug connection and remove roof light (1).

Replacement

If necessary, remove BULBS .

Scheme 122

63 31 170 Removing and installing/replacing door handle light on left or right front door

Necessary preliminary tasks

1. Remove «SOUND INSULATION FROM FRONT DOOR»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/door-locks-anti-theft-systems/#body-equipment-repair-e90__51-48-060-removing-and-installingreplacing)
2. Remove cover on front outside handle See «5121180 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING COVER ON OUTSIDE DOOR HANDLE»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/door-locks-anti-theft-systems/#body-equipment-repair-e90__51-21-180-removing-and-installingreplacing) or «5121181 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/RENEWING COVER ON OUTSIDE HANDLE WITH LOCK CYLINDER»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/door-locks-anti-theft-systems/#body-equipment-repair-e90__51-21-181-removing-and-installingrenewing)
3. Remove «DOOR LOCK ON FRONT DOOR»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/door-locks-anti-theft-systems/#body-equipment-repair-e90__51-21-090-removing-and-installingreplacing)

Note. Inner door panel partially shown transparent.

Disconnect plug connection (1).

Unclip wiring harness (2) from carrier for outside door handle (3).

Raise outside door handle (4) slightly and remove.

Scheme 123

Installation

Make sure door handle light (1) is correctly positioned in area (2).

Guides (3) of door handle light (1) must be seated in carrier for outside door handle (4).

Scheme 124

Installation

Make sure wiring harness (1) is laid correctly.

Wiring harness holders (2) must not be damaged.

Replacement

Undo loop (3) to obtain the required cable length.

Scheme 125

63 31 175 Removing and installing/replacing door handle light on left or right rear door

Necessary preliminary tasks

1. Remove «COVER ON OUTSIDE HANDLE»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/door-locks-anti-theft-systems/#body-equipment-repair-e90__51-22-180-removing-and-installingreplacing)
2. E71/E87/E90/E91

Remove DOOR LOCK ON REAR DOOR

Note. Work is shown on the E87 by way of example. There may be differences in detail in the case of other vehicle models.

Note. Inner door panel partially shown transparent.

Disconnect plug connection (1).

Release all attachment points of wiring harness (2).

Raise door handle light (4) slightly and remove in outward direction from carrier for outside door handle (3).

Scheme 126

Installation

Make sure door handle light (1) is correctly positioned in area (2).

Guides (3) of door handle light (1) must be seated in carrier for outside door handle (4).

Installation

Wiring harness holders (2) of wiring harness (1) must not be damaged or missing.

Replacement

If necessary, undo loop (3) to obtain the required cable length.

63 31 020 Removing and installing/replacing footwell light (door)

Lever footwell light (1) in direction of arrow out of door trim (2).

Disconnect associated plug connection and remove footwell light (1).

Replacement

Scheme 127

1. If necessary, remove «BULB»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/exterior-lights/#lights-repair-e90__63-99-437-replacing-bulb-for) .
2. Note «BULB TYPE»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/exterior-lights/#lights-technical-data-e90) .

63 31 020 Removing and installing/replacing footwell light (footwell)

Lever footwell light (1) 64 1 020 HOOK with special tool in direction of arrow out of bottom right instrument panel trim.

Disconnect associated plug connection and remove footwell light (1).

Replacement

If necessary, remove BULB .

Scheme 128

63 31 150 Removing and installing/replacing glovebox light

Lever glovebox light (1) with special tool 64 1 020 HOOK out of glovebox.

Disconnect associated plug connection and remove glovebox light (1).

Replacement

Scheme 129

63 31 080 Removing and installing/replacing luggage compartment light

Lever out luggage compartment light (1) in direction of arrow.

Disconnect associated plug connection and remove luggage compartment light (1).

Scheme 130

Replacement

1. If necessary, convert bulbs.
2. Note «BULB TYPE»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/exterior-lights/#lights-technical-data-e90) .

63 31 050 Removing and installing/replacing mirror light

Lever off make-up mirror light (1) from roofliner (2) in direction of arrow with special tool 00 9 341.

Disconnect plug connection underneath and remove mirror plate light (1).

Replacement

If necessary, remove BULB .

Scheme 131

63 99... Instructions for handling light bulbs (exterior lights)

Do not touch the glass bulbs in new lights bulbs as even the slightest contamination will burn in and reduce bulb service life.

Only touch light bulbs with clean gloves or a clean cloth.

Do not expose light bulbs to mechanical vibrations.

Use only recommended light bulbs.

Follow the light bulb manufacturer's instructions without fail.

63 99... Instructions for replacing light bulbs (interior lights)

Do not touch the glass bulbs in new lights bulbs as even the slightest contamination will burn in and reduce bulb service life.

Only touch light bulbs with clean gloves or a clean cloth.

Do not expose light bulbs to mechanical vibrations.

Use only recommended light bulbs.

Follow the light bulb manufacturer's instructions without fail.

When working on the headlight system, check the protective cap seals.

Replace the protective cap in the event of damage!

Example: screwed protective cap

Seal (1) on protective cap (2).

Example: latchable protective cap

Seal (1) on protective cap (2).

63 99 437 Replacing bulb for footwell light (in door)

Necessary preliminary tasks

1. Remove «FOOTWELL LIGHT»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/exterior-lights/#lights-repair-e90__63-31-020-removing-and-installingreplacing) in door

Unlock catch (1) on footwell light (2).

Open cover cap (3) in direction of arrow.

Remove bulb.

Installation

Note BULB TYPE .

Scheme 132

63 99 431 Replacing bulb for front ceiling light

Necessary preliminary tasks

1. Remove front ceiling light . See «6331000 REMOVING AND INSTALLING OR REPLACING COMPLETE ROOF LIGHT (FRONT)»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/exterior-lights/#lights-repair-e90__63-31-000-removing-and-installing) or «6131043 REMOVING AND INSTALLING OR REPLACING ROOF SWITCH CLUSTER»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/door-locks-anti-theft-systems/#general-electrical-system-repair-e90__61-31-043-removing-and-installing)

Turn bulb holder in direction of arrow and remove.

Scheme 133

Pull bulb (1) out of bulb holder (2).

Scheme 134

Installation

1. Make sure bulb holder is correctly seated and engaged in ceiling light
2. Note «BULB TYPE»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/exterior-lights/#lights-technical-data-e90)

63 99 145 Replacing bulb for front left (or right) side lights

Unlock catches (1) and remove cover (2) in direction of arrow from headlight.

Installation

Make sure cover (2) is correctly seated on headlight.

Scheme 135

Note. Headlight removed for purposes of clarity.

Disconnect plug connection (1).

Grip bulb for side lights (2) on both sides, turn in direction of arrow and pull out of headlight.

Installation

Make sure bulb for side lights (2) is exactly seated in headlight.

Note TYPE OF BULB .

Scheme 136

63 99 160 Replacing bulb for front left (or right) turning lights

Unlock catches (1) and remove cover (2) in direction of arrow from headlight.

Installation note

Cover (2) must be correctly engaged.

Check seal.

Replace cover (2), if applicable.

Observe NOTES REGARDING REPLACEMENT OF THE PROTECTIVE CAP .

Note. Headlight removed for purposes of clarity.

Disconnect plug connection (1).

Disconnect locking clip (2) and fold upwards.

Remove bulb for turning lights (3) from headlight.

Installation note

Note BULB TYPE .

Scheme 137

63 99 461 Replacing bulb for glovebox light

Necessary preliminary tasks

1. Remove «GLOVEBOX LIGHT»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/exterior-lights/#lights-repair-e90__63-31-150-removing-and-installingreplacing)

Spread bow contacts (1) and remove bulb.

Installation

Note BULB TYPE .

Scheme 138

63 99 273 Replacing bulb for left (or right) front turn indicator

Necessary preliminary tasks

1. If necessary, remove «FRONT WHEEL ARCH COVER»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/door-locks-anti-theft-systems/#body-equipment-repair-e90__51-71-038-removing-and-installingreplacing)

Turn locks (1) counterclockwise through 180°.

Remove repair cover (2) from wheel arch cover (3).

Installation

Make sure guides (4) of repair cover (2) are correctly seated in wheel arch cover (3).

Scheme 139

Note. Headlight removed for purposes of clarity.

Turn direction indicator bulb holder (1) in direction of arrow and pull out of headlight.

Scheme 140

Twist bulb for front direction indicator (1) in direction of arrow and remove from direction indicator bulb holder (2).

Installation

Make sure bulb for front direction indicator (1) and sealing ring (3) are correctly seated on direction indicator bulb holder (2).

Note type of bulb See DIRECTION INDICATORS or DIRECTION INDICATORS .

Scheme 141

63 99 076 Replacing bulb for left (or right) xenon headlight (with ignition unit)

Operation is described in

Replacing IGNITION UNIT FOR LEFT XENON HEADLIGHT

63 99 432 Replacing bulb for rear ceiling light

Necessary preliminary tasks

1. Remove «REAR CEILING LIGHT»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/exterior-lights/#lights-repair-e90__63-31-004-removing-and-installing)

Turn bulb holder in direction of arrow and remove.

Scheme 142

Pull bulb (1) out of bulb holder (2).

Installation

1. Make sure bulb holder is correctly seated and engaged in ceiling light
2. Note «BULB TYPE»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/exterior-lights/#lights-technical-data-e90)

63 99 445 Replacing bulb(s) for mirror light

Necessary preliminary tasks

1. Remove «MIRROR LIGHT»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/exterior-lights/#lights-repair-e90__63-31-050-removing-and-installingreplacing)

Expand bow contacts (1) and remove bulb for mirror light.

Installation

Note BULB TYPE .

Scheme 143

63 99 072 Replacing halogen bulb for left or right headlight (from version 9/2008)

Unlock and remove cover (1).

Scheme 144

Turn protective cap (1) counterclockwise and remove.

Scheme 145

Turn bulb holder (1) in direction of arrow and pull out towards rear.

Installation note

Make sure retaining tabs (2) in headlight are correctly seated.

Scheme 146

Detach bulb (1) from bulb holder (2).

Installation note

Note bulb type.

Scheme 147

63 99 451 Replacing light bulb for luggage compartment lighting

Necessary preliminary tasks

1. Remove «LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT LIGHT»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/exterior-lights/#lights-repair-e90__63-31-080-removing-and-installingreplacing)

Move lens cover (1) in direction of arrow and remove.

Remove festoon (2) underneath.

Installation

Note TYPE OF BULB .

Scheme 148

63 99 315 Replacing light bulb(s) for left or right rear light

Necessary preliminary tasks

1. Remove socket housing for rear light See «6321055 REPLACING A SOCKET HOUSING FOR LEFT OR RIGHT REAR LIGHT (SIDE PANEL)»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/exterior-lights/#lights-repair-e90__63-21-055-replacing-a-socket) or «6321057 REPLACING A SOCKET HOUSING FOR LEFT OR RIGHT REAR LIGHT (REAR LID)»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/exterior-lights/#lights-repair-e90__63-21-057-replacing-a-socket)

Rear light in side panel

Turn faulty bulb and pull out of socket housing for rear light (5).

Note. Bulb, turn indicator light Bulb, rear light Bulb, brake light Bulb, adaptive brake light

Scheme 149

Rear light in rear lid

Turn faulty bulb and pull out of socket housing for rear light (4).

Note. Bulb, rear fog light Bulb, rear light Bulb, reversing light

Scheme 150

Installation

Note BULB TYPE .

See also:
• FRONT BUMPER TRIM (UP TO 09/08)
• 63 12 HEADLIGHTS
• (ESD PROTECTION)
• 6167083 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING LEFT OR RIGHT HIGH-PRESSURE NOZZLE OF HEADLIGHT
• 63 12 1AZ
• GAP DIMENSIONS
• WHEEL ARCH COVER FRONT SECTION
• 00 9 340 REMOVAL AID
• 64 1 020 HOOK
• TRIM PANEL FOR REAR LID
• TYPE OF BULB
• MODULE FOR INTERIOR MOVEMENT DETECTOR
• ROOF SWITCH CENTRE
• SOUND INSULATION FROM FRONT DOOR
• 5121180 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING COVER ON OUTSIDE DOOR HANDLE
• 5121181 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/RENEWING COVER ON OUTSIDE HANDLE WITH LOCK CYLINDER
• DOOR LOCK ON FRONT DOOR
• HANDLING WIRING HARNESSES
• COVER ON OUTSIDE HANDLE
• DOOR LOCK ON REAR DOOR
• TEST PREREQUISITES FOR HEADLIGHT ADJUSTMENT
• XENON HEADLIGHT
• ADAPTIVE HEADLIGHT
• ADJUSTING HEADLIGHTS
• (EXTERIOR LIGHTS)
• 6312871 REPLACING IGNITION UNIT FOR RIGHT XENON HEADLIGHT (WITH XENON BULB)
• 6312870 REPLACING IGNITION UNIT FOR LEFT XENON HEADLIGHT (WITH XENON BULB)
• 6312861 REPLACING CONTROL UNIT FOR RIGHT XENON HEADLIGHT
• 6312860 REPLACING CONTROL UNIT FOR LEFT XENON HEADLIGHT
• 6312895 REPLACING DRIVE/ELECTRONICS BOX FOR LEFT ADAPTIVE HEADLIGHT
• 6312896 REPLACING DRIVE/ELECTRONICS BOX FOR RIGHT ADAPTIVE HEADLIGHT
• 6399273 REPLACING BULB FOR LEFT (OR RIGHT) FRONT TURN INDICATOR
• 6399160 REPLACING BULB FOR FRONT LEFT (OR RIGHT) TURNING LIGHTS
• 6399145 REPLACING BULB FOR FRONT LEFT (OR RIGHT) SIDE LIGHTS
• DIRECTION INDICATOR INSERT
• REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING LEFT HEADLIGHT VERTICAL AIM ADJUSTER
• INSTRUCTIONS FOR REPLACING THE PROTECTIVE CAP
• REAR LIGHT
• REAR LIGHT
• (INTERIOR LIGHTS)
• BULBS
• BULBS
• BULB
• 6399461 REPLACING BULB FOR GLOVEBOX LIGHT
• BULB
• FOOTWELL LIGHT
• 6331000 REMOVING AND INSTALLING OR REPLACING COMPLETE ROOF LIGHT (FRONT)
• GLOVEBOX LIGHT
• REAR CEILING LIGHT
• MIRROR LIGHT
• LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT LIGHT
• 6321055 REPLACING A SOCKET HOUSING FOR LEFT OR RIGHT REAR LIGHT (SIDE PANEL)
• 6321057 REPLACING A SOCKET HOUSING FOR LEFT OR RIGHT REAR LIGHT (REAR LID)