Front Turn Signal replacement

Marktini · 06-27-2006, 09:02 AM

I recently purchased stealth bulbs to replace my front turn signals. Has anyone changes out their signals, and if so how is it done?

I thought it would be a simple reach under and remove the old bulbs but that's not the case. Before I start "experimenting" on their removal and help would be appreciated. (I searched this forum without any luck on the subject).

Thanks very much.

To remove this ad, register today or login if you already are registered!

benzmodz · 06-27-2006, 09:41 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Marktini

I recently purchased stealth bulbs to replace my front turn signals. Has anyone changes out their signals, and if so how is it done?

I thought it would be a simple reach under and remove the old bulbs but that's not the case. Before I start "experimenting" on their removal and help would be appreciated. (I searched this forum without any luck on the subject).

Thanks very much.

The bulbs are in a holder which twists and then slides out of the lamp housing.

MercedesCLK5 · 06-27-2006, 10:08 AM

twist it hard and pull it out. its like opening a liquid medicine bottle.

Marktini · 06-27-2006, 04:20 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by benzmodz

The bulbs are in a holder which twists and then slides out of the lamp housing.

That doesn't seem to work on the SLK, I know my W203 was that way but unless I'm missing something that won't work on these signals, not to mention it's almost impossible to get your hand to the bulb???

Anyone done this on an R171???

dsb · 06-27-2006, 09:35 PM

Good luck. I gave up after nearly cutting my arm off. I don't understand how people have done this before... maybe on a 350, 280, 200 with a smaller engine?! Anyways, if you find a way, let me know.

Marktini · 06-28-2006, 01:57 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dsb

Good luck. I gave up after nearly cutting my arm off. I don't understand how people have done this before... maybe on a 350, 280, 200 with a smaller engine?! Anyways, if you find a way, let me know.

I will be attempting this tonight, if I figure out a trick I'll pass it along.

Marktini · 07-06-2006, 06:11 PM

The good news is the bulbs can be removed with a little effort, mostly getting your hand in behind the bulb, the bad news is I bought the wrong bulb type

dolometh · 04-13-2012, 01:29 AM

What's the correct size?

06-27-2006, 10:08 AM	#3
MercedesCLK5 Almost a Member! Garage is empty, add now Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Surrey, Canada Posts: 73 Drives: CLK500 rebadge to 320, C300 4matic, X5 4.8is	twist it hard and pull it out. its like opening a liquid medicine bottle. __________________ "Money is hard earned, use it wisely." by Jimmy Carter 2004 CLK500 blk/blk, 19inch foxx lucida wheels, 235/35/19 265/30/19 ps2 tires, supersprint exhaust, eibach springs, custom carbon fiber kit + suede headliner, CLK63 bumper, Pioneer Z1, edge custom sway bars + intake, racing depots bolts. Coming soon > Edge custom dual mufflers quad tips, HRE 841R gunmetal centers, custom splitter for CLK63 bumper, M3 side mirrors

06-27-2006, 09:35 PM	#5
dsb MBWorld Fanatic! Garage is empty, add now Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: sac, calif. Posts: 1,164 Drives: '06 slk55	Good luck. I gave up after nearly cutting my arm off. I don't understand how people have done this before... maybe on a 350, 280, 200 with a smaller engine?! Anyways, if you find a way, let me know. __________________ SOLD! 2006 SLK55 Caspian Blue / Black & Ash / Lighting / Command NAV

07-06-2006, 06:11 PM	#7
Marktini Senior Member Garage is empty, add now Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Chicago Posts: 367 Drives: 2006 SLK55 AMG/// 2006 Porsche CaymanS 2010 135i	The good news is the bulbs can be removed with a little effort, mostly getting your hand in behind the bulb, the bad news is I bought the wrong bulb type __________________ 2006 SLK55 AMG/// 2006 CaymanS 2010 135i

Thread Tools	Search this Thread
Show Printable Version Email this Page	Search this Thread: Advanced Search
Display Modes	Rate This Thread
Linear Mode Switch to Hybrid Mode Switch to Threaded Mode	Rate This Thread:

04-13-2012, 01:29 AM	#8
dolometh Newbie Garage is empty, add now Join Date: Mar 2007 Posts: 7	What's the correct size?

Currently Active Users Viewing This Thread: 1 (0 members and 1 guests)