BMW X3 xDrive30i 2010 - Manual (Page 116)

Replacing components
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Side-mounted turn signals
W5W bulb, 5 watts
1. Use finger pressure against the rear end of
the lamp, refer to arrow, to press it forward
for removal.
2. Apply gentle pressure to the bulb while
turning it to the left and pull it out.
3. Install in the reverse order.
Front fog lamps
H11 bulb, 55 watts
Always wear gloves and eye protection –
the atmosphere inside the H11 bulb is
pressurized. Failure to observe this precaution
can lead to injuries should the bulb be dam-
aged.
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1. Pull the cover in front of the fog lamp for-
ward.
2. Loosen the screw, refer to arrow, pivot
headlamp out on this side and remove
toward the front.
3. Turn the lamp base at the back of the head-
lamp to the left and remove it.
4. Disconnect the cable connector.
5. Slide new bulb onto plug connector; be sure
it snaps firmly into place.
6. Install in the reverse order.
Tail lamps
> Turn signal lamp:
PY21WSV bulb, 21 watts
> Other bulbs:
W16W bulb, 16 watts
1 Brake lamp
2 Parking lamp/rear lamp, LED
3 Turn signal
4 Backup lamp
5 Rear lamp, LED
In the event of a defect involving the lamps
2, 4
and 5, please consult your BMW Sports Activity
Vehicle Center.
Changing
Open the flap in the side panel, refer to page 78 .
Turn signal lamp:
1. Turn bulb holder to the left, refer to arrow 1,
and remove.
2. Apply gentle pressure to the bulb fitting
while turning it to the left, remove and
replace.
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