Lights - Repair BMW X5 E70

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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

1. e Adjustment dimension, headlights: as per type plate on headlight housing in % (e.g.: 1.0 % = 10 cm / 10 m = 10 on headlight aimer). Adjustment dimension, fog lights: all vehicles 2.0 % = 20 cm / 10 m = 20 on headlight aimer.
2. H Height of center of headlight above parking surface.
3. h H - e = height of marking line above parking surface

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

1. M Marking line of headlamp aimer
2. 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. See 63 10 ... Test Requirements for Headlight Vertical Aim Adjustment

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

A definite allocation of adjusting screws is not possible.

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

63 10 014 Adjusting Fog Lamps

Note. Comply with test preconditions for headlight adjustment. See 63 10 ... Test Requirements for Headlight Vertical Aim Adjustment

Carry out height adjustment of fog lamp (1) at adjusting screw (2).

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63 11 731 Replacing left daytime light LED modules

Necessary preliminary work

1. Remove «left headlight»(/bmw/x5/e70-2006-2010/remont/exterior-lights/#lights-repair__63-12-010-removing-and-installing) .

Release screws (1). Carefully lift LED module (2) slightly upwards.

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Unfasten plug connection (1) and disconnect. Remove LED module (2).

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Note. Always replace LED modules (2) as a pair.

Replace seal for LED module (2). Make sure LED module (2) is correctly seated. Note bulb type. See LIGHTS - TECHNICAL DATA .

63 12 001 Removing and Installing/Replacing Left Headlight

Operation is described in

Removing and installing/replacing left headlight (adaptive headlight). See 63 12 015 Removing and Installing or Replacing Left Headlight (Adaptive Headlight)

63 12 002 Removing and Installing/Replacing Right Headlight

Operation is described in

Removing and installing left headlight. See 63 12 015 Removing and Installing or Replacing Left Headlight (Adaptive Headlight)

63 12 010 Removing and Installing or Replacing Left Headlight (Xenon Headlight)

Operation is described in

Removing and installing/replacing left headlight (adaptive headlight). See 63 12 015 Removing and Installing or Replacing Left Headlight (Adaptive Headlight)

63 12 012 Removing and Installing Right Headlight (Xenon Headlight)

Operation is described in

Removing and installing left headlight. See 63 12 015 Removing and Installing or Replacing Left Headlight (Adaptive Headlight)

63 12 015 Removing and Installing or Replacing Left Headlight (Adaptive Headlight)

Necessary preliminary tasks

1. Remove front wheel arch cover front section. See «51 71 038 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING FRONT LEFT OR RIGHT WHEEL ARCH COVER (FRONT SECTION)»(/bmw/x5/e70-2006-2010/remont/door-locks-anti-theft-systems/#body-equipment-repair__51-71-038-removing-and-installingreplacing) N62 left side only
2. Release engine oil cooler.

Release bolts (1).

Disconnect plug connection (2).

Unclip wiring harness (3).

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Release bolts (1).

Press side panel (2) outwards slightly and feed out headlight towards rear.

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Installation

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1. Adjust. See «41 0 000 PUNCH NUMBERS/LETTERS/SPECIAL CHARACTERS»(/bmw/x5/e70-2006-2010/remont/exterior-body-panels/#body-special-tools__41-0-000-punch-numberslettersspecial-characters) headlight to body by way of knurled screws (1)
2. If necessary, remove headlight to improve access to knurled screws (1)
3. Adjust headlight. See «63 10 004 Adjusting Headlights»(/bmw/x5/e70-2006-2010/remont/exterior-lights/#lights-repair__63-10-004-adjusting-headlights)

Replacement

1. Remove ignition unit with bulb for xenon headlight. See «63 12 870 Replacing Ignition Unit For Left Xenon Headlight (With Xenon Bulb)»(/bmw/x5/e70-2006-2010/remont/exterior-lights/#lights-repair__63-12-870-replacing-ignition-unit)
2. Remove control unit for xenon headlights. See «63 12 860 Replacing Control Unit For Left Xenon Headlight»(/bmw/x5/e70-2006-2010/remont/exterior-lights/#lights-repair__63-12-860-replacing-control-unit)
3. Remove drive unit for adaptive headlight. See «63 12 895 Replacing Drive/Electronics Box For Left Adaptive Headlight»(/bmw/x5/e70-2006-2010/remont/exterior-lights/#lights-repair__63-12-895-replacing-driveelectronics-box)
4. If necessary, remove bulbs. See «63 99 076 Replacing Bulb For Left (or Right) Xenon Headlight (with Ignition Unit)»(/bmw/x5/e70-2006-2010/remont/exterior-lights/#lights-repair__63-99-076-replacing-bulb-for) & «63 99 273 Replacing Bulb for Left (Or Right) Front Turn Indicator»(/bmw/x5/e70-2006-2010/remont/exterior-lights/#lights-repair__63-99-273-replacing-bulb-for)

63 12 017 Removing and Installing/Replacing Right Headlight (Adaptive Headlight)

Operation is described in

Removing and installing left headlight. See 12 Headlights

63 12 017 Replacing Drive/Electronics Box For Right Adaptive Headlight

Operation is described in

Replacing drive/electronics box for left adaptive headlight. See 63 12 895 Replacing Drive/Electronics Box For Left Adaptive Headlight

63 12 860 Replacing Control Unit For Left Xenon Headlight

Necessary preliminary tasks

1. Remove left headlight. See «63 12 015 Removing and Installing or Replacing Left Headlight (Adaptive Headlight)»(/bmw/x5/e70-2006-2010/remont/exterior-lights/#lights-repair__63-12-015-removing-and-installing)

Release screws (1).

Lift control unit (2) off headlight.

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Disconnect plug connection (1).

Remove control unit (2).

Installation

Make sure sealing sleeve (3) is correctly seated.

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63 12 861 Replacing Control Unit For Right Xenon Headlight

Operation is described in

Replacing control unit for left xenon headlight. See 63 12 860 Replacing Control Unit For Left Xenon Headlight

63 12 870 Replacing Ignition Unit For Left Xenon Headlight (With Xenon Bulb)

Unlock retaining tab (1) and remove cover (2) from headlight.

Installation

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

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Disconnect plug connection (1).

Unlock spring wire clips (2).

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

Installation

Make sure ignition unit (3) is exactly seated in headlight.

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63 12 871 Replacing Right Ignition Unit For Right Xenon Headlight

Operation is described in

Replacing ignition unit for left xenon headlight. See 63 12 870 Replacing Ignition Unit For Left Xenon Headlight (With Xenon Bulb)

63 12 895 Replacing Drive/Electronics Box For Left Adaptive Headlight

Necessary preliminary tasks

1. Remove wheel arch cover front section at front. See «51 71 038 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING FRONT LEFT OR RIGHT WHEEL ARCH COVER (FRONT SECTION)»(/bmw/x5/e70-2006-2010/remont/door-locks-anti-theft-systems/#body-equipment-repair__51-71-038-removing-and-installingreplacing)

Release screws (1).

Remove drive for adaptive headlight (2) from headlight.

Installation

Fit drive for adaptive headlight (2) exactly on headlight.

Make sure pin housing (2) is correctly seated in plug housing (3).

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Carry out coding/programming. See CODING & PROGRAMMING

63 17 075 Removing and Installing/Replacing Right Front Fog Lamp

Operation is described in

Removing and installing left front fog lamp. See 63 17 070 Removing and Installing/Replacing Left Front Fog Lamp

63 99 145 Replacing Bulb For Left (Or Right) Parking Light (Xenon Headlight)

Turn cover (1) in direction of arrow and remove from headlight.

Installation

Make sure cover (1) is correctly seated on headlight.

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Disconnect plug connection (1).

Turn bulb (2) in direction of arrow and remove from headlight.

Installation

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1. Make sure bulb (1) is exactly seated in headlight.
2. Note bulb type. See «63 21 REAR LIGHT UNIT E70»(/bmw/x5/e70-2006-2010/remont/exterior-lights/#lights-technical-data__63-21-rear-light-unit-e70)

67 16 016 Removing and Installing/Replacing Right Headlight Vertical Aim Adjuster

Operation is described in Removing and installing/replacing left headlight vertical aim adjuster. See 67 16 011 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING LEFT HEADLIGHT VERTICAL AIM ADJUSTER

63 13 200 Removing and Installing/Replacing Front Left Or Right Auxiliary Direction Indicator

Special tools required

1. 00 9 340. See «DISASSEMBLY AID (2)»(/bmw/x5/e70-2006-2010/remont/oem-general-information/#maintenance-and-general-information-special-tools__00-9-340-disassembly-aid-2)

Fold out auxiliary direction indicator (1) with special tool. See 00 9 340 DISASSEMBLY AID (2) in direction of arrow.

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Disconnect plug connection (1).

Remove auxiliary direction indicator (2).

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63 14 060 Removing and Installing/Replacing Front Left Or Right Side Marker

Special tools required

1. 00 9 323. See «ASSEMBLY WEDGES (SET IN PLASTIC CASE)»(/bmw/x5/e70-2006-2010/remont/oem-general-information/#maintenance-and-general-information-special-tools__00-9-310-assembly-wedges-set)

Necessary preliminary tasks

1. Remove front wheel arch cover front section. See «51 71 038 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING FRONT LEFT OR RIGHT WHEEL ARCH COVER (FRONT SECTION)»(/bmw/x5/e70-2006-2010/remont/door-locks-anti-theft-systems/#body-equipment-repair__51-71-038-removing-and-installingreplacing)

Note. Minimum object temperature of side marker and side panel > or = 18 °C. If this temperature is not achieved, the components must be preheated.

Removing side marker

Carefully heat side marker (1) in area (A) with hot air blower and detach with special tool. See 00 9 310 ASSEMBLY WEDGES (SET IN PLASTIC CASE) from side panel (2).

Note. Side marker (1) cannot be reused.

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Cleaning side panel

For cleaning, use a fluff-free disposable cloth or a clean cleaning cloth.

Clean adhesive area of side panel with spirit.

Air drying time at least 1 minute.

Do not grip bonding surface.

Fitting side marker

Pull off liner* (1) and gently press side marker (2) onto side panel.

Check position and if necessary realign.

Minimum application pressure is achieved by applying firm thumb pressure in stages over the entire joining surface (hold time approx. 1 second).

Firm thumb pressure approx. 35 N/cm 2 .

* Liner is the protective film on a new side marker.

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63 14 120 Removing and Installing/Replacing Rear Reflector

Special tools required

1. 00 9 317. See «ASSEMBLY WEDGES (SET IN PLASTIC CASE)»(/bmw/x5/e70-2006-2010/remont/oem-general-information/#maintenance-and-general-information-special-tools__00-9-310-assembly-wedges-set)
2. 00 9 323. See «ASSEMBLY WEDGES (SET IN PLASTIC CASE)»(/bmw/x5/e70-2006-2010/remont/oem-general-information/#maintenance-and-general-information-special-tools__00-9-310-assembly-wedges-set)

Unclip rear reflector (1) with special tool 00 9 323. See ASSEMBLY WEDGES (SET IN PLASTIC CASE) on right side and press inwards with special tool 00 9 317. See ASSEMBLY WEDGES (SET IN PLASTIC CASE) .

Remove rear reflector (1) towards rear from rear bumper trim.

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Installation

Catches (1) on rear reflector must not be damaged.

If necessary, replace faulty retainer (2).

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63 17 070 Removing and Installing/Replacing Left Front Fog Lamp

Necessary preliminary tasks

1. Remove left grille in bumper trim. See «51 11 185 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING GRILLE (SIDE) IN BUMPER TRIM»(/bmw/x5/e70-2006-2010/remont/door-locks-anti-theft-systems/#body-equipment-repair__51-11-185-removing-and-installingreplacing)

Grasp grille through opening.

Disconnect plug connection (1).

Release screws (2).

Slide fog light (3) slightly towards center of vehicle and remove towards rear.

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Replacement

1. If necessary, remove bulb. See «63 99 201 Replacing Halogen Bulb for Left or Right Front Fog Lamp»(/bmw/x5/e70-2006-2010/remont/exterior-lights/#lights-repair__63-99-201-replacing-halogen-bulb) .
2. Adjust fog lamps. See «63 10 014 Adjusting Fog Lamps»(/bmw/x5/e70-2006-2010/remont/exterior-lights/#lights-repair__63-10-014-adjusting-fog-lamps)

Operation is described in

Removing and installing left front fog lamp. See 63 17 070 Removing and Installing/Replacing Left Front Fog Lamp

63 21 055 Replacing Socket Housing For Left Or Right Rear Light

Rear light in side panel

Remove flap in luggage compartment trim panel. See 51 47 172 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING FLAP IN LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT TRIM, LEFT OR RIGHT .

Turn socket housing and pull out of rear light.

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

Rear light in rear lid

Remove luggage compartment light.

Note. For purposes of clarity, rear lid trim panel is shown removed.

Turn socket housing and pull out of rear light.

Note. Bulb, rear fog light and adaptive brake light

Rear light in rear lid

Turn bulb (1) and pull out of socket housing (3).

Pull bulb (2) out of socket housing (3).

Installation

Note type of bulb. See 63 21 REAR LIGHT UNIT E70 .

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63 21 101 Replacing Sealing Frame For Left Or Right Rear Light (On Side Panel)

Necessary preliminary tasks

1. Remove rear light. See «63 21 180 Removing and Installing/Replacing Left Or Right Rear Light (In Side Panel)»(/bmw/x5/e70-2006-2010/remont/exterior-lights/#lights-repair__63-21-180-removing-and-installingreplacing)

Detach seal for rear light (1) completely from rear light (2). Clean bonding surface and allow to dry.

Installation

Make sure seal (1) is correctly bonded all round on rear light (2).

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6321104 Replacing sealing frame for left or right rear light (on tailgate) from version 03/2010

Necessary preliminary tasks

1. Remove «rear light»(/bmw/x5/e70-2006-2010/remont/exterior-lights/#lights-repair__63-21-183-removing-and-installingreplacing) .

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

Installation note: Clean bonding surface.

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

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63 21 180 Removing and Installing/Replacing Left Or Right Rear Light (In Side Panel)

Necessary preliminary tasks

1. Remove flap in luggage compartment panel. See «51 47 172 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING FLAP IN LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT TRIM, LEFT OR RIGHT»(/bmw/x5/e70-2006-2010/remont/door-locks-anti-theft-systems/#body-equipment-repair__51-47-172-removing-and-installingreplacing)
2. Remove warning triangle

Disconnect plug connection (1).

Unscrew nuts (2).

Tightening torque 63 21 1AZ. See REAR LIGHT UNIT .

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

Installation

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

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Installation

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

Make sure guide (3) is correctly seated on side panel.

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Replacement

If necessary, remove bulbs. See 63 99 ... Instructions for Handling Light Bulbs (Exterior Lights) .

63 21 183 Removing and Installing/Replacing Left Or Right Tail Light (On Rear Lid)

Special tools required

1. 00 9 318. See «ASSEMBLY WEDGES (SET IN PLASTIC CASE)»(/bmw/x5/e70-2006-2010/remont/oem-general-information/#maintenance-and-general-information-special-tools__00-9-310-assembly-wedges-set)

Necessary preliminary tasks

1. Remove luggage compartment light. See «63 31 080 Removing and Installing/Replacing Luggage Compartment Light»(/bmw/x5/e70-2006-2010/remont/exterior-lights/#lights-repair__63-31-080-removing-and-installingreplacing)

Note. For purposes of clarity, rear lid trim panel is shown removed.

Disconnect plug connection (1).

Release nut (2) and remove with retaining bar (3).

Tightening torque 63 21 3AZ. See REAR LIGHT UNIT E70 .

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Lever off rear light with special tool. See 00 9 310 ASSEMBLY WEDGES (SET IN PLASTIC CASE) in direction of arrow.

Installation

Clean bonding surface and allow to dry.

Make sure gap is uniform all round between rear light (2) and rear lid.

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Installation

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

In case of replacement or partial detachments, lay butylene tape (2) (sourcing reference: BMW Parts Service) depending on the conditions on rear light again.

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Replacement

If necessary, remove bulbs. See 63 99 315 Replacing Light Bulb(s) for Left or Right Rear Light .

63 21 183 Removing and refitting/replacing left or right rear light as fitted from 03/2010 (on tailgate)

1. 00 9 318. See «ASSEMBLY WEDGES (SET IN PLASTIC CASE)»(/bmw/x5/e70-2006-2010/remont/oem-general-information/#maintenance-and-general-information-special-tools__00-9-310-assembly-wedges-set)

Necessary preliminary tasks

1. Remove luggage compartment light. See «63 31 080 Removing and Installing/Replacing Luggage Compartment Light»(/bmw/x5/e70-2006-2010/remont/exterior-lights/#lights-repair__63-31-080-removing-and-installingreplacing)

Unfasten plug connection (1) and disconnect. Slacken nut (2) until clamping claw (3) can be routed past tailgate (4). Tightening torque, see 63 21 3AZ in 63 21 REAR LIGHT UNIT .

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Installation note: Make sure clamping claw (3) is correctly seated on tailgate (4).

Lever out rear light (2) with special tool 00 9 318 in direction of arrow.

Installation note: Make sure gap is uniform all round between rear light (2) and tailgate.

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Installation note: Position tabs (1) of rear light exactly over side edge of tailgate.

Make sure sealing frame (2) is correctly seated. If necessary, replace sealing frame (2).

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63 25 000 Removing and Installing/Replacing Auxiliary Brake Light

Necessary preliminary tasks

1. Remove rear spoiler. See «51 71 412 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING REAR SPOILER»(/bmw/x5/e70-2006-2010/remont/door-locks-anti-theft-systems/#body-equipment-repair__51-71-412-removing-and-installingreplacing)

Release screws (1).

Lift auxiliary brake light (2) in direction of arrow from rear spoiler.

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Disconnect plug connection (1).

Unclip spray nozzle (2) from auxiliary brake light (3).

Remove auxiliary brake light (2).

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63 26 000 Removing and Installing/Replacing Left Or Right Number/License Plate Light

Special tools required

1. 64 1 020. See «RELEASE HOOK»(/bmw/x5/e70-2006-2010/remont/automatic-hvac-system/#heating-and-air-conditioning-special-tools)

Lever license plate light (1) with special tool. See 64 1 020 RELEASE HOOK out of rear bumper trim (2).

Unlock plug connection underneath and disconnect.

Remove license plate light (1).

Replacement

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1. If necessary, remove bulb. See «63 99 401 Replacing Bulb for Left or Right License Plate Light»(/bmw/x5/e70-2006-2010/remont/exterior-lights/#lights-repair__63-99-401-replacing-bulb-for) .
2. Note bulb type. See «63 26 LICENSE PLATE LIGHTS E70»(/bmw/x5/e70-2006-2010/remont/exterior-lights/#lights-technical-data__63-26-license-plate-lights-e70)

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1. Glovebox light. See «63 31 150 Removing and Installing/Replacing Glovebox Light»(/bmw/x5/e70-2006-2010/remont/exterior-lights/#lights-repair__63-31-150-removing-and-installingreplacing) and «63 99 461 Replacing Bulb for Glovebox Light»(/bmw/x5/e70-2006-2010/remont/exterior-lights/#lights-repair__63-99-461-replacing-bulb-for)
2. Footwell light (footwell). See «63 31 020 Removing and Installing/Replacing Footwell Light (Door)»(/bmw/x5/e70-2006-2010/remont/exterior-lights/#lights-repair__63-31-020-removing-and-installingreplacing) and «63 99 437 Replacing Light Bulb for Footwell Light»(/bmw/x5/e70-2006-2010/remont/exterior-lights/#lights-repair__63-99-437-replacing-light-bulb)
3. Front ceiling light. See «61 31 043 REMOVING AND INSTALLING OR REPLACING ROOF SWITCH CENTRE»(/bmw/x5/e70-2006-2010/remont/horns/#general-electrical-system-repair__61-31-043-removing-and-installing) and «63 99 431 Replacing Bulb for Front Ceiling Light»(/bmw/x5/e70-2006-2010/remont/exterior-lights/#lights-repair__63-99-431-replacing-bulb-for)
4. Mirror light. See «63 31 050 Removing and Installing/Replacing Mirror Light»(/bmw/x5/e70-2006-2010/remont/exterior-lights/#lights-repair__63-31-050-removing-and-installingreplacing)
5. Interior light. See «63 31 015 Removing and Installing/Replacing Left Or Right Interior Light»(/bmw/x5/e70-2006-2010/remont/exterior-lights/#lights-repair__63-31-015-removing-and-installingreplacing) , «63 99 435 Replacing Light Bulb for Left or Right Interior Light»(/bmw/x5/e70-2006-2010/remont/exterior-lights/#lights-repair__63-99-435-replacing-light-bulb)
6. Luggage compartment light. See «63 31 080 Removing and Installing/Replacing Luggage Compartment Light»(/bmw/x5/e70-2006-2010/remont/exterior-lights/#lights-repair__63-31-080-removing-and-installingreplacing) , «63 99 451 Replacing Light Bulb for Luggage Compartment Light (on Rear Lid)»(/bmw/x5/e70-2006-2010/remont/exterior-lights/#lights-repair__63-99-451-replacing-light-bulb)
7. Footwell light (on floor trim panel, rear). See «63 31 023 Removing and Installing/Replacing Footwell Light (On Floor Trim Panel, Rear)»(/bmw/x5/e70-2006-2010/remont/exterior-lights/#lights-repair__63-31-023-removing-and-installingreplacing) , «63 99 437 Replacing Light Bulb for Footwell Light»(/bmw/x5/e70-2006-2010/remont/exterior-lights/#lights-repair__63-99-437-replacing-light-bulb)
8. Footwell light (door). See «63 31 020 Removing and Installing/Replacing Footwell Light (Door)»(/bmw/x5/e70-2006-2010/remont/exterior-lights/#lights-repair__63-31-020-removing-and-installingreplacing) , «63 99 437 Replacing Light Bulb for Footwell Light»(/bmw/x5/e70-2006-2010/remont/exterior-lights/#lights-repair__63-99-437-replacing-light-bulb)

63 31 015 Removing and Installing/Replacing Left Or Right Interior Light

Special tools required

1. 00 9 317. See «ASSEMBLY WEDGES (SET IN PLASTIC CASE)»(/bmw/x5/e70-2006-2010/remont/oem-general-information/#maintenance-and-general-information-special-tools__00-9-310-assembly-wedges-set)

Lever out interior light (1) with special tool. See 00 9 310 ASSEMBLY WEDGES (SET IN PLASTIC CASE) .

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

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Replacement

1. If necessary, convert bulbs. See «63 99 435 Replacing Light Bulb for Left or Right Interior Light»(/bmw/x5/e70-2006-2010/remont/exterior-lights/#lights-repair__63-99-435-replacing-light-bulb) .
2. Note bulb type. See «63 31 INTERIOR LIGHTS E70»(/bmw/x5/e70-2006-2010/remont/exterior-lights/#lights-technical-data__63-31-interior-lights-e70)

63 31 020 Removing and Installing/Replacing Footwell Light (Door)

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

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

Replacement

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1. If necessary, remove bulb. See «63 31 INTERIOR LIGHTS E70»(/bmw/x5/e70-2006-2010/remont/exterior-lights/#lights-technical-data__63-31-interior-lights-e70) .
2. Note bulb type. See «63 99 437 Replacing Light Bulb for Footwell Light»(/bmw/x5/e70-2006-2010/remont/exterior-lights/#lights-repair__63-99-437-replacing-light-bulb) .

63 31 020 Removing and Installing/Replacing Footwell Light (Footwell)

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

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

Replacement

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1. If necessary, remove bulb. See «63 99 437 Replacing Light Bulb for Footwell Light»(/bmw/x5/e70-2006-2010/remont/exterior-lights/#lights-repair__63-99-437-replacing-light-bulb) .
2. Note bulb type. See «63 31 INTERIOR LIGHTS E70»(/bmw/x5/e70-2006-2010/remont/exterior-lights/#lights-technical-data__63-31-interior-lights-e70) .

63 31 023 Removing and Installing/Replacing Footwell Light (On Floor Trim Panel, Rear)

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

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

Replacement

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1. If necessary, remove bulb. See «63 99 437 Replacing Light Bulb for Footwell Light»(/bmw/x5/e70-2006-2010/remont/exterior-lights/#lights-repair__63-99-437-replacing-light-bulb) .
2. Note bulb type. See «63 31 INTERIOR LIGHTS E70»(/bmw/x5/e70-2006-2010/remont/exterior-lights/#lights-technical-data__63-31-interior-lights-e70) .

63 31 050 Removing and Installing/Replacing Mirror Light

Special tools required

1. 00 9 340. See «DISASSEMBLY AID (2)»(/bmw/x5/e70-2006-2010/remont/oem-general-information/#maintenance-and-general-information-special-tools__00-9-340-disassembly-aid-2)

Lever out mirror light (1) with special tool 00 9 340. See DISASSEMBLY AID (2) in direction of arrow.

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

Replacement

Scheme 47

1. If necessary, remove bulb. See «63 99 445 Replacing Bulb for Mirror Light»(/bmw/x5/e70-2006-2010/remont/exterior-lights/#lights-repair__63-99-445-replacing-bulb-for) .
2. Note bulb type. See «63 31 INTERIOR LIGHTS E70»(/bmw/x5/e70-2006-2010/remont/exterior-lights/#lights-technical-data__63-31-interior-lights-e70)

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 48

Replacement

1. If necessary, convert bulbs. See «63 99 451 Replacing Light Bulb for Luggage Compartment Light (on Rear Lid)»(/bmw/x5/e70-2006-2010/remont/exterior-lights/#lights-repair__63-99-451-replacing-light-bulb) .
2. Note bulb type. See «63 31 INTERIOR LIGHTS E70»(/bmw/x5/e70-2006-2010/remont/exterior-lights/#lights-technical-data__63-31-interior-lights-e70) .

63 31 150 Removing and Installing/Replacing Glovebox Light

Open glovebox.

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

Disconnect plug connection and remove glovebox light (1).

Replacement

Scheme 49

1. If necessary, remove bulb. See «63 99 461 Replacing Bulb for Glovebox Light»(/bmw/x5/e70-2006-2010/remont/exterior-lights/#lights-repair__63-99-461-replacing-bulb-for) .
2. Note bulb type. See «63 31 INTERIOR LIGHTS E70»(/bmw/x5/e70-2006-2010/remont/exterior-lights/#lights-technical-data__63-31-interior-lights-e70) .

63 31 180 Replacing LED for Front Door Trim Panel Light

Necessary preliminary tasks

1. Remove front door trim panel. See «51 41 000 REMOVING AND INSTALLING LEFT OR RIGHT FRONT DOOR TRIM PANEL»(/bmw/x5/e70-2006-2010/remont/door-locks-anti-theft-systems/#body-equipment-repair__51-41-000-removing-and-installing)

Remove sheathing from wiring harness (1).

Disconnect cables.

Connect cables with butt connector and shrink-fit hoses.

Insulate wiring harness with insulating tape.

Scheme 50

63 31 182 Replacing LED for Front Inside Door Opener

Necessary preliminary tasks

1. Remove front door trim panel. See «51 41 000 REMOVING AND INSTALLING LEFT OR RIGHT FRONT DOOR TRIM PANEL»(/bmw/x5/e70-2006-2010/remont/door-locks-anti-theft-systems/#body-equipment-repair__51-41-000-removing-and-installing)

Disconnect plug connection (1).

Remove LED for inside door opener (2).

Scheme 51

63 31 191 Replacing LED for Rear Door Trim Panel Light

Necessary preliminary tasks

1. Remove rear door trim panel. See «51 42 000 REMOVING AND INSTALLING LEFT OR RIGHT REAR DOOR TRIM PANEL»(/bmw/x5/e70-2006-2010/remont/door-locks-anti-theft-systems/#body-equipment-repair__51-42-000-removing-and-installing)

Remove sheathing from wiring harness (1).

Disconnect cables.

Connect cables with butt connector and shrink-fit hoses.

Insulate wiring harness with insulating tape.

Scheme 52

63 31 193 Replacing LED for Rear Inside Door Opener

Necessary preliminary tasks

1. Remove rear door trim panel. See «51 42 000 REMOVING AND INSTALLING LEFT OR RIGHT REAR DOOR TRIM PANEL»(/bmw/x5/e70-2006-2010/remont/door-locks-anti-theft-systems/#body-equipment-repair__51-42-000-removing-and-installing)
2. Remove decorative strip from door trim panel at rear. See «51 42 030 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING DECORATIVE STRIP ON REAR LEFT OR RIGHT DOOR TRIM PANEL»(/bmw/x5/e70-2006-2010/remont/door-locks-anti-theft-systems/#body-equipment-repair__51-42-030-removing-and-installingreplacing)

Disconnect plug connection.

Pull LED for inside door opener (1) out of decorative strip (2).

Scheme 53

63 31 250 Removing and installing/replacing optical fibre in front left or right door trim panel

Necessary preliminary tasks

1. Remove front door trim panel. See «51 41 000 REMOVING AND INSTALLING LEFT OR RIGHT FRONT DOOR TRIM PANEL»(/bmw/x5/e70-2006-2010/remont/door-locks-anti-theft-systems/#body-equipment-repair__51-41-000-removing-and-installing)

Release retaining clips (1) for optical fibre (2) from door trim panel (3). Carefully feed optical fibre (2) in direction of arrow out of door trim panel (3) and remove.

Scheme 54

Installation: Make sure retaining clips (1) are correctly engaged on door trim panel (3).

63 31 255 Removing and installing/replacing optical fibre in rear left or right door trim panel

Necessary preliminary tasks

1. Remove rear door trim panel. See «51 42 000 REMOVING AND INSTALLING LEFT OR RIGHT REAR DOOR TRIM PANEL»(/bmw/x5/e70-2006-2010/remont/door-locks-anti-theft-systems/#body-equipment-repair__51-42-000-removing-and-installing)

Release retaining clips (1) for optical fibre (2) from door trim panel (3). Carefully feed optical fibre (2) in direction of arrow out of door trim panel (3) and remove.

Scheme 55

Installation: Make sure retaining clips (1) are correctly engaged on door trim panel (3).

Rear light in side panel

Remove flap in luggage compartment trim panel. See 51 47 172 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING FLAP IN LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT TRIM, LEFT OR RIGHT .

Turn socket housing and pull out of rear light.

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

Rear light in rear lid

Remove luggage compartment light.

Note. For purposes of clarity, rear lid trim panel is shown removed.

Turn socket housing and pull out of rear light.

Note. Bulb, rear fog light and adaptive brake light

Rear light in rear lid

Turn bulb (1) and pull out of socket housing (3).

Pull bulb (2) out of socket housing (3).

Installation

Note. type of bulb. See 63 21 REAR LIGHT UNIT E70 .

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.

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. See 63 12 870 Replacing Ignition Unit For Left Xenon Headlight (With Xenon Bulb) .

Turn cover (1) in direction of arrow and remove from headlight.

Installation

Make sure cover (1) is correctly seated on headlight.

Disconnect plug connection (1).

Turn bulb (2) in direction of arrow and remove from headlight.

Installation

1. Make sure bulb (1) is exactly seated in headlight.
2. Note bulb type. See «63 12 HEADLIGHTS, HEADLIGHT ASSEMBLY E70»(/bmw/x5/e70-2006-2010/remont/exterior-lights/#lights-technical-data__63-12-headlights-headlight-assembly-e70)

63 99 201 Replacing Halogen Bulb for Left or Right Front Fog Lamp

Necessary preliminary tasks

1. Remove left grille in bumper trim. See «51 11 185 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING GRILLE (SIDE) IN BUMPER TRIM»(/bmw/x5/e70-2006-2010/remont/door-locks-anti-theft-systems/#body-equipment-repair__51-11-185-removing-and-installingreplacing)

Disconnect plug connection (1).

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

Installation

Note bulb type. See 63 12 HEADLIGHTS, HEADLIGHT ASSEMBLY E70

Scheme 56

63 99 273 Replacing Bulb for Left (Or Right) Front Turn Indicator

Turn bulb holder (1) approx. 30 ° counterclockwise.

Remove bulb holder (1) from headlight.

Scheme 57

Unlock catch (1).

Turn bulb (2) approx. 30° clockwise and remove from bulb holder (3).

Installation

Scheme 58

1. Make sure bulb (2) is exactly seated in bulb holder (3).
2. Note bulb type. See «63 12 HEADLIGHTS, HEADLIGHT ASSEMBLY E70»(/bmw/x5/e70-2006-2010/remont/exterior-lights/#lights-technical-data__63-12-headlights-headlight-assembly-e70)

63 99 315 Replacing Light Bulb(s) for Left or Right Rear Light

Rear light in side panel

Remove flap in luggage compartment trim panel. See 51 47 172 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING FLAP IN LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT TRIM, LEFT OR RIGHT

Turn socket housing and pull out of rear light.

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

Rear light in rear lid

Remove luggage compartment light.

Note. For purposes of clarity, rear lid trim panel is shown removed.

Turn socket housing and pull out of rear light.

Note. Bulb, rear fog light and adaptive brake light

Rear light in rear lid

Turn bulb (1) and pull out of socket housing (3).

Pull bulb (2) out of socket housing (3).

Installation

Note type of bulb. See 63 21 REAR LIGHT UNIT E70 .

63 99 401 Replacing Bulb for Left or Right License Plate Light

Necessary preliminary tasks

1. Remove license plate light. See «63 26 000 Removing and Installing/Replacing Left Or Right Number/License Plate Light»(/bmw/x5/e70-2006-2010/remont/exterior-lights/#lights-repair__63-26-000-removing-and-installingreplacing)

Spread bow contacts (1) and remove festoon bulb (2).

Installation

Note bulb type. See 63 26 LICENSE PLATE LIGHTS E70

Scheme 59

63 99 431 Replacing Bulb for Front Ceiling Light

Necessary preliminary tasks

1. Remove roof switch cluster. See «61 31 043 REMOVING AND INSTALLING OR REPLACING ROOF SWITCH CENTRE»(/bmw/x5/e70-2006-2010/remont/horns/#general-electrical-system-repair__61-31-043-removing-and-installing)

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

Installation

Note bulb type. See 63 31 INTERIOR LIGHTS E70

Scheme 60

63 99 435 Replacing Light Bulb for Left or Right Interior Light

Necessary preliminary tasks

1. Remove interior light. See «63 31 015 Removing and Installing/Replacing Left Or Right Interior Light»(/bmw/x5/e70-2006-2010/remont/exterior-lights/#lights-repair__63-31-015-removing-and-installingreplacing)

Turn socket housing (1) in direction of arrow and pull out.

Scheme 61

Pull bulb (1) out of socket housing (2).

Installation

Note bulb type. See 63 31 INTERIOR LIGHTS E70

Scheme 62

63 99 437 Replacing Light Bulb for Footwell Light

Necessary preliminary tasks

1. Remove footwell light. See «63 31 020 Removing and Installing/Replacing Footwell Light (Door)»(/bmw/x5/e70-2006-2010/remont/exterior-lights/#lights-repair__63-31-020-removing-and-installingreplacing) , «63 31 020 Removing and Installing/Replacing Footwell Light (Footwell)»(/bmw/x5/e70-2006-2010/remont/exterior-lights/#lights-repair__63-31-020-removing-and-installingreplacing) , «63 31 023 Removing and Installing/Replacing Footwell Light (On Floor Trim Panel, Rear)»(/bmw/x5/e70-2006-2010/remont/exterior-lights/#lights-repair__63-31-023-removing-and-installingreplacing)

In footwell

Turn bulb holder (1) in direction of arrow and pull out of footwell light (2).

Scheme 63

Pull bulb (1) in direction of arrow out of bulb holder (2).

Installation

Note bulb type. See 63 31 INTERIOR LIGHTS E70

Scheme 64

On underside of door

Pull bulbs (1) in direction of arrow out of bulb holder.

Installation

Note type of bulb. See 63 31 INTERIOR LIGHTS E70 .

Scheme 65

On rear floor trim

Pull bulbs (1) in direction of arrow out of bulb holder.

Installation

Note type of bulb. See 63 31 INTERIOR LIGHTS E70 .

Scheme 66

63 99 445 Replacing Bulb for Mirror Light

Necessary preliminary tasks

1. Remove mirror light. See «63 31 050 Removing and Installing/Replacing Mirror Light»(/bmw/x5/e70-2006-2010/remont/exterior-lights/#lights-repair__63-31-050-removing-and-installingreplacing)

Spread bow contacts (1) and remove bulb.

Installation

Note bulb type. See 63 31 INTERIOR LIGHTS E70

Scheme 67

63 99 451 Replacing Light Bulb for Luggage Compartment Light (on Rear Lid)

Necessary preliminary tasks

1. Remove luggage compartment light. See «63 31 080 Removing and Installing/Replacing Luggage Compartment Light»(/bmw/x5/e70-2006-2010/remont/exterior-lights/#lights-repair__63-31-080-removing-and-installingreplacing)

Turn bulb holder (1) in direction of arrow and remove from luggage compartment light (2).

Remove bulb (1) from bulb holder (2) in direction of arrow.

Installation

1. Make sure bulb holder is correctly seated and engaged in luggage compartment light
2. Note bulb type. See «63 31 INTERIOR LIGHTS E70»(/bmw/x5/e70-2006-2010/remont/exterior-lights/#lights-technical-data__63-31-interior-lights-e70)

63 99 461 Replacing Bulb for Glovebox Light

Necessary preliminary tasks

1. Remove glovebox light. See «63 31 150 Removing and Installing/Replacing Glovebox Light»(/bmw/x5/e70-2006-2010/remont/exterior-lights/#lights-repair__63-31-150-removing-and-installingreplacing)

Pull out bulb (1) in direction of arrow.

Installation

Note bulb type. See 63 31 INTERIOR LIGHTS E70

See also:
• LIGHTS - TECHNICAL DATA
• 51 71 038 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING FRONT LEFT OR RIGHT WHEEL ARCH COVER (FRONT SECTION)
• 41 0 000 PUNCH NUMBERS/LETTERS/SPECIAL CHARACTERS
• 61 35... NOTES ON ESD PROTECTION (ELECTRO STATIC DISCHARGE)
• 63 21 REAR LIGHT UNIT E70
• 67 16 011 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING LEFT HEADLIGHT VERTICAL AIM ADJUSTER
• DISASSEMBLY AID (2)
• ASSEMBLY WEDGES (SET IN PLASTIC CASE)
• 51 11 185 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING GRILLE (SIDE) IN BUMPER TRIM
• 51 47 172 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING FLAP IN LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT TRIM, LEFT OR RIGHT
• REAR LIGHT UNIT
• 51 71 412 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING REAR SPOILER
• RELEASE HOOK
• 63 26 LICENSE PLATE LIGHTS E70
• 61 31 043 REMOVING AND INSTALLING OR REPLACING ROOF SWITCH CENTRE
• 63 31 INTERIOR LIGHTS E70
• 51 41 000 REMOVING AND INSTALLING LEFT OR RIGHT FRONT DOOR TRIM PANEL
• 51 42 000 REMOVING AND INSTALLING LEFT OR RIGHT REAR DOOR TRIM PANEL
• 51 42 030 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING DECORATIVE STRIP ON REAR LEFT OR RIGHT DOOR TRIM PANEL
• 63 12 HEADLIGHTS, HEADLIGHT ASSEMBLY E70
• 63 10 ... Test Requirements for Headlight Vertical Aim Adjustment
• left headlight
• 63 12 015 Removing and Installing or Replacing Left Headlight (Adaptive Headlight)
• 63 99 ... Instructions for Handling Light Bulbs (Exterior Lights)
• 63 10 004 Adjusting Headlights
• 63 12 870 Replacing Ignition Unit For Left Xenon Headlight (With Xenon Bulb)
• 63 12 860 Replacing Control Unit For Left Xenon Headlight
• 63 12 895 Replacing Drive/Electronics Box For Left Adaptive Headlight
• 63 99 076 Replacing Bulb For Left (or Right) Xenon Headlight (with Ignition Unit)
• 63 99 273 Replacing Bulb for Left (Or Right) Front Turn Indicator
• 63 17 070 Removing and Installing/Replacing Left Front Fog Lamp
• 63 99 ... Instructions for Replacing Light Bulbs (Interior Lights)
• 63 99 201 Replacing Halogen Bulb for Left or Right Front Fog Lamp
• 63 10 014 Adjusting Fog Lamps
• 63 21 180 Removing and Installing/Replacing Left Or Right Rear Light (In Side Panel)
• rear light
• 63 31 080 Removing and Installing/Replacing Luggage Compartment Light
• 63 99 315 Replacing Light Bulb(s) for Left or Right Rear Light
• 63 99 401 Replacing Bulb for Left or Right License Plate Light
• 63 31 150 Removing and Installing/Replacing Glovebox Light
• 63 99 461 Replacing Bulb for Glovebox Light
• 63 31 020 Removing and Installing/Replacing Footwell Light (Door)
• 63 99 437 Replacing Light Bulb for Footwell Light
• 63 99 431 Replacing Bulb for Front Ceiling Light
• 63 31 050 Removing and Installing/Replacing Mirror Light
• 63 31 015 Removing and Installing/Replacing Left Or Right Interior Light
• 63 99 435 Replacing Light Bulb for Left or Right Interior Light
• 63 99 451 Replacing Light Bulb for Luggage Compartment Light (on Rear Lid)
• 63 31 023 Removing and Installing/Replacing Footwell Light (On Floor Trim Panel, Rear)
• 63 99 445 Replacing Bulb for Mirror Light
• 63 26 000 Removing and Installing/Replacing Left Or Right Number/License Plate Light