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63 11... Installing headlight repair kit

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Necessary preliminary work: 

Fig 1: Identifying Headlight Retaining Tabs, Holder And Screws
G08505818Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.
NOTE: Damaged retaining tabs (1, 2, 3) can be replaced with the repair kit.
Replacement of headlight is not required! 
If necessary, use screws from BMW Parts Department 7 225 228 repair kit.

Remove damaged retaining tab (1) as shown (see arrow).

Fit holder (5) and secure with screws (4).

NOTE: If necessary, drill out screw holes in holder.

Retaining tab 2 of first image: 

Remove damaged retaining tab (1) as shown.

Fit holder (3) and secure with screws (4).

Slide clamp (2) onto holder (3).

Retaining tab 3 of first image: 

Remove damaged retaining tab (5) as shown.

Fit holder (7) and secure with screws (8).

Slide clamp (6) onto holder (7).

NOTE: If necessary, drill out screw holes in holder.
Fig 2: Identifying Holder, Retaining Tabs, Clamp And Screws
G08505819Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

After installation: