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Lights - Repair Instructions BMW X3 E83

Exterior Lights 52 illustrations ~3260 words

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Scheme 1: 63 10 ... TEST REQUIREMENTS FOR HEADLIGHT 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.

Light/dark limit 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
  2. all vehicles 2.0 % = 20 cm /10 m = 20 on headlight

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.

63 10 004 ADJUSTING HEADLIGHTS

Note. Comply with test preconditions for headlight adjustment. Refer to 63 10 ... TEST REQUIREMENTS FOR HEADLIGHT VERTICAL AIM ADJUSTMENT .

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

Scheme 2

Scheme 2: 63 10 004 ADJUSTING HEADLIGHTS

A definite allocation of adjusting screws is not possible.

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

63 10 014 ADJUSTING FOG LAMPS

Comply with test preconditions for headlight adjustment. Refer to 63 10 ... TEST REQUIREMENTS FOR HEADLIGHT VERTICAL AIM ADJUSTMENT .

Unclip fog lamp trim (1) through opening (2) and remove from front bumper trim (3).

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Scheme 3: 63 10 014 ADJUSTING FOG LAMPS

Installation

Retaining hooks (1) of fog lamp trim (2) must not be damaged.

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Scheme 4

Make sure fog lamp trim (2) is correctly seated in front bumper trim.

Adjust fog lamp (1) by turning adjusting screw (2).

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Scheme 5

63 12 001 Removing and installing/replacing left headlight

Operation is described in

Removing and installing left xenon headlight, refer to 63 12 010 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING LEFT HEADLIGHT (XENON HEADLIGHT)

63 12 010 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING LEFT HEADLIGHT (XENON HEADLIGHT)

Necessary preliminary tasks

  1. Remove front bumper trim, refer to «51 11 156 REMOVING AND INSTALLING FRONT BUMPER TRIM»(/bmw/x3/e83-2003-2006/remont/door-locks-anti-theft-systems/#body-equipment-repair-instructions__51-11-156-removing-and-installing)
WARNINGFollow instructions for handling light bulbs (exterior lights). Refer to 63 99 ... INSTRUCTIONS FOR HANDLING LIGHT BULBS (EXTERIOR LIGHTS) .

Unlock plug connections (1) and disconnect.

Scheme 6

Scheme 6

Release screws (2) and (3).

Installation

  1. Observe gap dimensions.
  2. Adjust headlights. Refer to «63 10 004 ADJUSTING HEADLIGHTS»(/bmw/x3/e83-2003-2006/remont/exterior-lights/#lights-repair-instructions__63-10-004-adjusting-headlights) .

Pull out headlight (4) in direction of arrow and remove.

Installation

Install headlight (1) so that locators (2) fit exactly on guides (3).

Scheme 7

Scheme 7

Replacement

  1. Remove ignition unit and lamp for xenon headlight. Refer to «63 99 076 REPLACING LAMP FOR LEFT XENON HEADLIGHT»(/bmw/x3/e83-2003-2006/remont/exterior-lights/#lights-repair-instructions__63-99-076-replacing-lamp-for) .
  2. Remove control unit for xenon headlight. Refer to «63 12 860 REPLACING CONTROL UNIT FOR LEFT XENON HEADLIGHT»(/bmw/x3/e83-2003-2006/remont/exterior-lights/#lights-repair-instructions__63-12-860-replacing-control-unit) .

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

This operation is described in: Removing and installing left headlight (xenon headlight)". Refer to 63 12 010 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING LEFT HEADLIGHT (XENON HEADLIGHT) .

63 12 016 Replacing left headlight (adaptive headlight)

IMPORTANTRead and comply with notes on protection against electrostatic discharge (ESD protection). Refer to 61 35... NOTES ON ESD PROTECTION (ELECTRO STATIC DISCHARGE .
WARNINGFollow instructions for handling light bulbs (exterior lights). Refer to 63 99 ... INSTRUCTIONS FOR HANDLING LIGHT BULBS (EXTERIOR LIGHTS) .

Necessary preliminary tasks

  1. Remove left headlight, refer to «63 12 010 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING LEFT HEADLIGHT (XENON HEADLIGHT)»(/bmw/x3/e83-2003-2006/remont/exterior-lights/#lights-repair-instructions__63-12-010-removing-and-installingreplacing)
  2. Remove drive unit for adaptive headlight, «63 12 895 REPLACING DRIVE FOR LEFT ADAPTIVE HEADLIGHT»(/bmw/x3/e83-2003-2006/remont/exterior-lights/#lights-repair-instructions__63-12-895-replacing-drive-for)
  3. Remove control unit for left xenon headlight, refer to «63 12 860 REPLACING CONTROL UNIT FOR LEFT XENON HEADLIGHT»(/bmw/x3/e83-2003-2006/remont/exterior-lights/#lights-repair-instructions__63-12-860-replacing-control-unit)
  4. Remove bulb for left xenon headlight (ignition unit), refer to «63 99 076 REPLACING LAMP FOR LEFT XENON HEADLIGHT»(/bmw/x3/e83-2003-2006/remont/exterior-lights/#lights-repair-instructions__63-99-076-replacing-lamp-for)

After installation

  1. Carry out programming/coding, refer to «DIAGNOSIS PROGRAMMING/CODING»(/bmw/x3/e83-2003-2006/remont/horns/#general-electrical-system-repair-instructions__diagnosis-programmingcoding)
  2. Adjust headlight, refer to «63 10 004 ADJUSTING HEADLIGHTS»(/bmw/x3/e83-2003-2006/remont/exterior-lights/#lights-repair-instructions__63-10-004-adjusting-headlights)

63 12 860 REPLACING CONTROL UNIT FOR LEFT XENON HEADLIGHT

WARNINGVersion 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 unit, control unit and lamp) may only be carried out by specialist personnel.

Necessary preliminary tasks

  1. Remove left headlight, refer to «63 12 010 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING LEFT HEADLIGHT (XENON HEADLIGHT)»(/bmw/x3/e83-2003-2006/remont/exterior-lights/#lights-repair-instructions__63-12-010-removing-and-installingreplacing)

Release screws (1).

Scheme 8

Scheme 8

Remove control unit for xenon headlight (2) from headlight (3).

Installation

Fit control unit for xenon headlight (3) exactly on headlight.

Scheme 9

Scheme 9

Make sure plug housing (1) is correctly seated on pin housing (2).

63 12 870 REPLACING IGNITION UNIT FOR LEFT XENON HEADLIGHT

WARNINGVersion 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 unit, control unit and lamp) may only be carried out by specialist personnel.

Unlock catch (1) in direction of arrow and fold down cover (2). Remove cover (2) from headlight (3).

Scheme 10

Scheme 10

Turn ignition unit for xenon headlight (1) approx. 30° counterclockwise and detach from headlight (3).

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Scheme 11

Note. Plug connection (2) is automatically released by turning ignition unit for xenon headlight (1). Feed out ignition unit for xenon headlight (1) through opening in headlight (4) and remove.

63 12 895 REPLACING DRIVE FOR LEFT ADAPTIVE HEADLIGHT

IMPORTANTRead and comply with notes on protection against electrostatic damage (ESD protection). Refer to 61 35... NOTES ON ESD PROTECTION (ELECTRO STATIC DISCHARGE .
WARNINGVersion 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 unit, control unit and lamp) may only be carried out by specialist personnel.

Necessary preliminary tasks

  1. Remove left headlight, refer to «63 12 010 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING LEFT HEADLIGHT (XENON HEADLIGHT)»(/bmw/x3/e83-2003-2006/remont/exterior-lights/#lights-repair-instructions__63-12-010-removing-and-installingreplacing)

Release screws (1).

Remove drive for adaptive headlight (2) in direction of arrow from headlight (3).

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Scheme 12

Installation

Fit drive for adaptive headlight (1) exactly on headlight. Make sure pin housing (2) is correctly seated in plug housing (3).

Scheme 13

Scheme 13

Carry out coding/programming. Refer to DIAGNOSIS PROGRAMMING/CODING .

63 12 950 Replacing a lower holder for headlight mounting

Necessary preliminary tasks

  1. Remove headlight. Refer to «63 12 010 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING LEFT HEADLIGHT (XENON HEADLIGHT)»(/bmw/x3/e83-2003-2006/remont/exterior-lights/#lights-repair-instructions__63-12-010-removing-and-installingreplacing) .

Release screws (1).

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Scheme 14

Remove holder (2) from headlight (3).

Installation

Screws (1) are also used for gap adjustment.

Installation

Make sure metal nuts (1) are correctly seated.

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Scheme 15

Guides (2) must slide exactly in locators (3).

63 13 200 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING FRONT LEFT OR RIGHT AUXILIARY TURN SIGNAL LAMP

Slide front auxiliary turn signal lamp (1) towards front and fold in direction of arrow out of front side wall (2).

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Scheme 16: 63 13 200 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING FRONT LEFT OR RIGHT AUXILIARY TURN SIGNAL LAMP

Unlock associated plug connection and disconnect. Remove front auxiliary turn signal lamp (1).

Replacement

If necessary, convert bulb.

WARNINGFollow instructions for handling light bulbs (exterior lights). Refer to 63 99 ... INSTRUCTIONS FOR HANDLING LIGHT BULBS (EXTERIOR LIGHTS) .

Installation

Note type of bulb. Refer to LIGHTS - TECHNICAL DATA .

63 17 060 REMOVING AND INSTALLING (REPLACING) LEFT OR RIGHT FRONT FOG LAMP

Unclip fog lamp trim (1) through opening (2) and remove from front bumper trim (3).

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Scheme 17: 63 17 060 REMOVING AND INSTALLING (REPLACING) LEFT OR RIGHT FRONT FOG LAMP

Installation

Retaining hooks (1) of fog lamp trim (2) must not be damaged. Make sure fog lamp trim (29) is correctly seated in front bumper trim (2).

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Scheme 18

Release screws (1).

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Scheme 19

Feed fog lamp (2) in direction of arrow out of front bumper trim (3).

Unlock associated plug connection and disconnect. Remove fog lamp (2).

Replacement

If necessary, convert bulb.

WARNINGFollow instructions for handling light bulbs (exterior lights). Refer to 63 99 ... INSTRUCTIONS FOR HANDLING LIGHT BULBS (EXTERIOR LIGHTS) .

Installation

Note type of bulb. Refer to LIGHTS - TECHNICAL DATA .

Replacement

Adjust front fog lamps. Refer to 63 10 014 ADJUSTING FOG LAMPS .

63 21 055 REPLACING A SOCKET HOUSING FOR LEFT OR RIGHT TAIL LIGHT

WARNINGFollow instructions for handling light bulbs (exterior lights). Refer to 63 99 ... INSTRUCTIONS FOR HANDLING LIGHT BULBS (EXTERIOR LIGHTS) .

Side panel

Unfasten plug connection (1) and disconnect. Fold back side panel (2) in direction of arrow.

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Scheme 20: Side panel

Unlock catch (1) and remove socket housing for rear light (2) in direction of arrow from rear light (3).

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Scheme 21

Note. If necessary, remove bulbs from socket housing for rear light (2).

Installation

Insert socket housing for rear light (1) in rear light (2) is such a way that retaining hook (3) engages associated locator (4).

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Scheme 22

Rear lid

Necessary preliminary tasks

  1. Remove panel for rear lid. Refer to «51 49 000 REMOVING AND INSTALLING OR REPLACING TRIM FOR REAR LID»(/bmw/x3/e83-2003-2006/remont/door-locks-anti-theft-systems/#body-equipment-repair-instructions__51-49-000-removing-and-installing) .

Turn socket housing for rear light to be replaced counterclockwise and remove.

Scheme 23

Scheme 23

Note. Socket housing for fog warning lamp Socket housing for reversing light

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

Necessary preliminary tasks

  1. Remove rear light. Refer to «63 21 180 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING LEFT OR RIGHT REAR LIGHT (ON SIDE PANEL)»(/bmw/x3/e83-2003-2006/remont/exterior-lights/#lights-repair-instructions__63-21-180-removing-and-installingreplacing) .

Detach sealing frame for rear light (1) in upwards direction from rear light (2).

Scheme 24

Scheme 24

Installation

Sealing frame for rear light (1) is centered via openings for threaded pins (3).

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

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

Necessary preliminary tasks

  1. Remove rear light. Refer to «63 21 183 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING LEFT OR RIGHT TAIL LIGHT (ON REAR LID)»(/bmw/x3/e83-2003-2006/remont/exterior-lights/#lights-repair-instructions__63-21-183-removing-and-installingreplacing) .

Detach sealing frame for rear light (1) in direction of arrow from rear light (2).

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Scheme 25

Installation

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

63 21 180 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING LEFT OR RIGHT REAR LIGHT (ON SIDE PANEL)

Necessary preliminary tasks

  1. Remove socket housing for rear light. Refer to «63 21 055 REPLACING A SOCKET HOUSING FOR LEFT OR RIGHT TAIL LIGHT»(/bmw/x3/e83-2003-2006/remont/exterior-lights/#lights-repair-instructions__63-21-055-replacing-a-socket) .

Unscrew nuts (1).

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Scheme 26

Tightening torque, 4 Nm.

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

Installation

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

63 21 183 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING LEFT OR RIGHT TAIL LIGHT (ON REAR LID)

Necessary preliminary tasks

  1. Remove panel for rear lid. Refer to «51 49 000 REMOVING AND INSTALLING OR REPLACING TRIM FOR REAR LID»(/bmw/x3/e83-2003-2006/remont/door-locks-anti-theft-systems/#body-equipment-repair-instructions__51-49-000-removing-and-installing) .

Unfasten plug connection (1) and disconnect.

Scheme 27

Scheme 27

Unscrew nut (2).

Tightening torque, 4 Nm.

Feed out rear light (3) in direction of arrow and remove from outside of rear lid.

Installation

Make sure guide (4) is correctly seated in cutout for rear lid (5).

Installation

Position lugs (1) of rear light (2) exactly over side edge of rear lid (3).

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Scheme 28
WARNINGFollow instructions for handling light bulbs (exterior lights). Refer to 63 99 ... INSTRUCTIONS FOR HANDLING LIGHT BULBS (EXTERIOR LIGHTS) .

Replacement

If necessary, remove bulb.

63 25 000 Removing and installing/replacing auxiliary brake light

Necessary preliminary tasks

  1. Remove rear spoiler. Refer to «51 71 412 REMOVING AND INSTALLING REAR SPOILER»(/bmw/x3/e83-2003-2006/remont/door-locks-anti-theft-systems/#body-equipment-repair-instructions__51-71-412-removing-and-installing) .

Release screws (1).

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Scheme 29

Installation

Make sure hose (2) is correctly seated.

Slide additional stop light (3) slightly towards rear out of rear spoiler.

Unfasten plug connection (1) and disconnect.

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Scheme 30

Pull additional stop light (2) in direction of arrow out of rear spoiler (3) and remove.

Installation

Guides (1) must be exactly seated in locators (2).

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Scheme 31

Make sure electrical leads (3) are correctly routed.

63 31 000 Removing and installing/replacing complete ceiling light (front)

Special tools required

  1. 00 9 317
IMPORTANTFollow instructions for handling light bulbs (interior lights). Refer to 63 99 ... INSTRUCTIONS FOR REPLACING LIGHT BULBS (INTERIOR LIGHTS) .

Lever out ceiling light (1) with special tool 00 9 317 as illustrated.

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Scheme 32

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

Replacement

  1. If necessary, convert bulbs.
  2. Note bulb type. Refer to «LIGHTS - TECHNICAL DATA»(/bmw/x3/e83-2003-2006/remont/exterior-lights/#lights-technical-data) .

63 31 015 Removing and installing/replacing left or right interior light (side roofliner)

Special tools required

  1. 64 1 020
IMPORTANTFollow instructions for handling light bulbs (interior lights). Refer to 63 99 ... INSTRUCTIONS FOR REPLACING LIGHT BULBS (INTERIOR LIGHTS) .

Lever out lens cover (1) with special tool 64 1 020 at retaining points (2).

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Scheme 33

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

Lever out interior light (1) with special tool 64 1 020 as illustrated. Disconnect associated plug connection and remove interior light (1).

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Scheme 34

Replacement

  1. If necessary, convert bulbs.
  2. Note bulb type. Refer to «LIGHTS - TECHNICAL DATA»(/bmw/x3/e83-2003-2006/remont/exterior-lights/#lights-technical-data) .

63 31 020 Removing and installing/replacing footwell light

Special tools required

  1. 641020
IMPORTANTFollow instructions for handling light bulbs (interior lights). Refer to 63 99 ... INSTRUCTIONS FOR REPLACING LIGHT BULBS (INTERIOR LIGHTS) .

Replacement

If necessary, remove bulb.

Lever footwell light (1) with special tool 64 1 020 out of trim for pedal assembly (2).

Scheme 35

Scheme 35

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

Replacement

Note type of bulb. Refer to LIGHTS - TECHNICAL DATA .

63 31 050 Removing and installing/replacing mirror light

IMPORTANTFollow instructions for handling light bulbs (interior lights). Refer to 63 99 ... INSTRUCTIONS FOR REPLACING LIGHT BULBS (INTERIOR LIGHTS) .

Replacement

If necessary, convert bulb.

Lever front mirror light (1) in direction of arrow.

Scheme 36

Scheme 36

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

Replacement

Note type of bulb. Refer to LIGHTS - TECHNICAL DATA .

63 31 080 Removing and installing/replacing luggage compartment light (D-pillar)

Special tools required

  1. 64 1 020
IMPORTANTFollow instructions for handling light bulbs (interior lights). Refer to 63 99 ... INSTRUCTIONS FOR REPLACING LIGHT BULBS (INTERIOR LIGHTS) .

Lever out luggage compartment light (1) with special tool 64 1 020 as illustrated.

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Scheme 37

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

Replacement

  1. If necessary, convert bulbs.
  2. Note bulb type. Refer to «LIGHTS - TECHNICAL DATA»(/bmw/x3/e83-2003-2006/remont/exterior-lights/#lights-technical-data) .

63 31 085 Removing and installing/replacing luggage compartment lamp (on rear lid)

IMPORTANTFollow instructions for handling light bulbs (interior lights). Refer to 63 99 ... INSTRUCTIONS FOR REPLACING LIGHT BULBS (INTERIOR LIGHTS) .

Lever out luggage compartment lamp (1) at openings (2) in direction of arrow.

Scheme 38

Scheme 38

Disconnect plug connection underneath and remove luggage compartment lamp (1).

Replacement

  1. If necessary, convert bulbs.
  2. Note bulb type. Refer to «LIGHTS - TECHNICAL DATA»(/bmw/x3/e83-2003-2006/remont/exterior-lights/#lights-technical-data) .

63 31 150 Removing and installing/replacing glovebox light

IMPORTANTFollow instructions for handling light bulbs (interior lights). Refer to 63 99 ... INSTRUCTIONS FOR REPLACING LIGHT BULBS (INTERIOR LIGHTS) .

Lever out glovebox light (1) in direction of arrow.

Scheme 39

Scheme 39

Disconnect plug connection and remove glovebox light (1).

Replacement

If necessary, remove bulb.

Note type of bulb. Refer to LIGHTS - TECHNICAL DATA .

63 99 ... INSTRUCTIONS FOR HANDLING LIGHT BULBS (EXTERIOR LIGHTS)

WARNINGXenon headlights: Danger to life due to high voltage! Work on the entire xenon lighting system (ignition unit, control unit and lamp) may only be carried out by specialist personnel.
WARNINGHalogen lamps are under pressure: To avoid injury, wear protective goggles and gloves.
IMPORTANTTo prevent short-circuiting, disconnect light bulbs from voltage supply prior to replacement.

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)

CAUTIONTo prevent short-circuiting, disconnect light bulbs from voltage supply prior to replacement.

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 99 002 Replacing halogen bulb for high-beam headlight on left

WARNINGFollow instructions for handling light bulbs (exterior lights). Refer to 63 99 ... INSTRUCTIONS FOR HANDLING LIGHT BULBS (EXTERIOR LIGHTS) .

Necessary preliminary tasks

  1. M54 only: Remove suction filter housing

Note. Headlight (3) removed for purposes of clarity.

Unlock clip (1) in direction of arrow.

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Scheme 40

Remove cover (2) from headlight (3).

Unclip bulb (1) by pressing on plug (2).

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Scheme 41

Remove bulb (1) from headlight (3) slightly, disconnect plug connection and remove bulb (1).

Installation

Insert bulb (1) in headlight (3) at bottom at first and then tilt upwards until bulb (1) snaps audibly into place.

Make sure bulb (1) is correctly seated in catches (4).

Note type of bulb. Refer to LIGHTS - TECHNICAL DATA .

63 99 076 REPLACING LAMP FOR LEFT XENON HEADLIGHT

WARNINGFollow instructions for handling light bulbs (exterior lights). Refer to 63 99 ... INSTRUCTIONS FOR HANDLING LIGHT BULBS (EXTERIOR LIGHTS) .

Necessary preliminary tasks

Remove ignition unit for left xenon headlight, refer to 63 12 870 REPLACING IGNITION UNIT FOR LEFT XENON HEADLIGHT

Unlock retaining ring (1) in counterclockwise direction and remove.

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Scheme 42

Remove bulb for xenon headlight (2) in direction of arrow from headlight (3).

Installation

Insert bulb for xenon headlight (1) exactly in headlight (2).

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Scheme 43

Observe "Top marking" (3).

Fit retaining ring (4) on headlight in such a way that apertures (5) slide over fixtures for ignition unit.

Installation

Note type of bulb. Refer to LIGHTS - TECHNICAL DATA .

63 99 140 Replacing bulb for side marker lamp, front left

WARNINGFollow instructions for handling light bulbs (exterior lights). Refer to 63 99 ... INSTRUCTIONS FOR HANDLING LIGHT BULBS (EXTERIOR LIGHTS) .

Necessary preliminary tasks

  1. M54 only: Remove suction filter housing

Note. Headlight (3) removed for purposes of clarity.

Unlock clip (1) in direction of arrow.

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Scheme 44

Remove cover (2) from headlight (3).

Grip bulb holder (1) on both sides and pull towards rear out of headlight (2).

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Scheme 45

Pull bulb for side marker lamp (1) in direction of arrow out of bulb holder (2) and remove.

Scheme 46

Scheme 46

Installation

Make sure guides (3) are exactly seated in mountings (4).

Note type of bulb. Refer to LIGHTS - TECHNICAL DATA .

63 99 201 Replacing halogen bulb for left or right front fog lamp

WARNINGFollow instructions for handling light bulbs (exterior lights). Refer to 63 99 ... INSTRUCTIONS FOR HANDLING LIGHT BULBS (EXTERIOR LIGHTS) .

Necessary preliminary tasks

  1. Remove fog lamp, refer to «63 17 060 REMOVING AND INSTALLING (REPLACING) LEFT OR RIGHT FRONT FOG LAMP»(/bmw/x3/e83-2003-2006/remont/exterior-lights/#lights-repair-instructions__63-17-060-removing-and-installing)

Turn bulb holder (1) in direction of arrow and remove from fog lamp (2).

Scheme 47

Scheme 47

Installation

Note type of bulb. Refer to LIGHTS - TECHNICAL DATA .

63 99 273 Replacing bulb for turn indicator, front left

WARNINGFollow instructions for handling light bulbs (exterior lights). Refer to 63 99 ... INSTRUCTIONS FOR HANDLING LIGHT BULBS (EXTERIOR LIGHTS) .

Note. Headlight removed for purposes of clarity.

Turn bulb holder (1) counterclockwise and pull towards rear out of headlight (2).

Scheme 48

Scheme 48

Remove bulb from bulb holder (1).

Installation

Note type of bulb. Refer to LIGHTS - TECHNICAL DATA .

63 99 295 Replacing bulb for auxiliary turn signal light, front left or right

WARNINGFollow instructions for handling light bulbs (exterior lights). Refer to 63 99 ... INSTRUCTIONS FOR HANDLING LIGHT BULBS (EXTERIOR LIGHTS) .

Necessary preliminary tasks

  1. Remove front auxiliary turn signal light, refer to «63 13 200 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING FRONT LEFT OR RIGHT AUXILIARY TURN SIGNAL LAMP»(/bmw/x3/e83-2003-2006/remont/exterior-lights/#lights-repair-instructions__63-13-200-removing-and-installingreplacing)

Turn bulb holder (1) approx. 45° and remove from front auxiliary turn signal light (2).

Scheme 49

Scheme 49

Pull bulb out of holder (1).

Installation

Note type of bulb. Refer to LIGHTS - TECHNICAL DATA .

63 99 312 REPLACING BULB(S) FOR LEFT OR RIGHT REAR LIGHT (REAR LID)

This operation is described in

"Replacing a socket housing for left or right rear light". Refer to 63 21 055 REPLACING A SOCKET HOUSING FOR LEFT OR RIGHT TAIL LIGHT .

Installation

Note type of bulb. Refer to LIGHTS - TECHNICAL DATA .

63 99 315 REPLACING LIGHT BULB(S) FOR LEFT OR RIGHT REAR LIGHT

WARNINGFollow instructions for handling light bulbs (exterior lights). Refer to 63 99 ... INSTRUCTIONS FOR HANDLING LIGHT BULBS (EXTERIOR LIGHTS) .

Rear Light In Side Panel

Necessary preliminary tasks

Remove socket housing for rear light. Refer to 63 21 055 REPLACING A SOCKET HOUSING FOR LEFT OR RIGHT TAIL LIGHT .

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

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Scheme 50: Rear Light In Side Panel

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

Rear Light In Rear Lid

Necessary preliminary tasks

  1. Remove socket housing for rear light. Refer to «63 21 055 REPLACING A SOCKET HOUSING FOR LEFT OR RIGHT TAIL LIGHT»(/bmw/x3/e83-2003-2006/remont/exterior-lights/#lights-repair-instructions__63-21-055-replacing-a-socket) .

Remove faulty bulb (1) in direction of arrow from socket housing (2).

Scheme 51

Scheme 51

Installation

Note type of bulb. Refer to LIGHTS - TECHNICAL DATA .

63 99 401 Replacing bulb for left or right license plate light

WARNINGFollow instructions for handling light bulbs (exterior lights). Refer to 63 99 ... INSTRUCTIONS FOR HANDLING LIGHT BULBS (EXTERIOR LIGHTS) .

Lever out lens (1) on left or right from opening (2) and remove. Lever out bulb (3).

Scheme 52

Scheme 52

Note. Note type of bulb. Refer to LIGHTS - TECHNICAL DATA .

See also:
51 11 156 REMOVING AND INSTALLING FRONT BUMPER TRIM
61 35... NOTES ON ESD PROTECTION (ELECTRO STATIC DISCHARGE
DIAGNOSIS PROGRAMMING/CODING
LIGHTS - TECHNICAL DATA
51 49 000 REMOVING AND INSTALLING OR REPLACING TRIM FOR REAR LID
51 71 412 REMOVING AND INSTALLING REAR SPOILER
63 10 ... TEST REQUIREMENTS FOR HEADLIGHT VERTICAL AIM ADJUSTMENT
63 12 010 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING LEFT HEADLIGHT (XENON HEADLIGHT)
63 99 ... INSTRUCTIONS FOR HANDLING LIGHT BULBS (EXTERIOR LIGHTS)
63 10 004 ADJUSTING HEADLIGHTS
63 99 076 REPLACING LAMP FOR LEFT XENON HEADLIGHT
63 12 860 REPLACING CONTROL UNIT FOR LEFT XENON HEADLIGHT
63 12 895 REPLACING DRIVE FOR LEFT ADAPTIVE HEADLIGHT
63 10 014 ADJUSTING FOG LAMPS
63 99 312 REPLACING BULB(S) FOR LEFT OR RIGHT REAR LIGHT (REAR LID)
63 99 315 REPLACING LIGHT BULB(S) FOR LEFT OR RIGHT REAR LIGHT
63 21 180 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING LEFT OR RIGHT REAR LIGHT (ON SIDE PANEL)
63 21 183 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING LEFT OR RIGHT TAIL LIGHT (ON REAR LID)
63 21 055 REPLACING A SOCKET HOUSING FOR LEFT OR RIGHT TAIL LIGHT
63 99 ... INSTRUCTIONS FOR REPLACING LIGHT BULBS (INTERIOR LIGHTS)
63 12 870 REPLACING IGNITION UNIT FOR LEFT XENON HEADLIGHT
63 17 060 REMOVING AND INSTALLING (REPLACING) LEFT OR RIGHT FRONT FOG LAMP
63 13 200 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING FRONT LEFT OR RIGHT AUXILIARY TURN SIGNAL LAMP