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#101
Newbie
Cant even get the front to budge, scared to try back.....my 2000 eclass was a piece of cake to change every led!!!!!!
#103
SPONSOR/MBworld Guru
tweezers and a thin thin flat head screwdriver. 90 degree precision needle nose pliers with a bit of double sided tape on them for grip and padding work too to remove the bulb.
#104
good idea. im going to try to use some tooth floss and wrap about the base and pull it out like a teeth
#105
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#106
Junior Member
I replaced all my interiors just now, but I left the 4 door courtesy stock since the red covers kinda makes adding white LED pointless...
@ AZN Optics, question... since I have 4 extra 194 wedge bulbs (from skipping the doors), could I use the same bulbs for my exterior Eyelids? (error free?)
Last edited by Adrian97c; 11-01-2012 at 12:08 AM.
#107
SPONSOR/MBworld Guru
I will try this!! I gave up on the map reading lights in the rearview mirrors, left them yellow stock
I replaced all my interiors just now, but I left the 4 door courtesy stock since the red covers kinda makes adding white LED pointless...
@ AZN Optics, question... since I have 4 extra 194 wedge bulbs (from skipping the doors), could I use the same bulbs for my exterior Eyelids? (error free?)
I replaced all my interiors just now, but I left the 4 door courtesy stock since the red covers kinda makes adding white LED pointless...
@ AZN Optics, question... since I have 4 extra 194 wedge bulbs (from skipping the doors), could I use the same bulbs for my exterior Eyelids? (error free?)
#108
Junior Member
worked thanks! only issue really is the 2010c300 I have doesnt have the bi xenon headlights, so the eyelids are white now and the low beams are yellow
Is there a way to switch (non-xenon headlight) low beam bulbs for a 5000k bulb? or would i have to do a complete headlight assembly switch out for the xenon set?
Is there a way to switch (non-xenon headlight) low beam bulbs for a 5000k bulb? or would i have to do a complete headlight assembly switch out for the xenon set?
#109
SPONSOR/MBworld Guru
worked thanks! only issue really is the 2010c300 I have doesnt have the bi xenon headlights, so the eyelids are white now and the low beams are yellow
Is there a way to switch (non-xenon headlight) low beam bulbs for a 5000k bulb? or would i have to do a complete headlight assembly switch out for the xenon set?
Is there a way to switch (non-xenon headlight) low beam bulbs for a 5000k bulb? or would i have to do a complete headlight assembly switch out for the xenon set?
#110
Anyone know how to remove the 2 map/reading lights that are in the rear view mirror on 2012 W204? I don't want to break it but it seems like the little frosted lens doesn't come off.
#111
#112
2013 W204 internal LED Lighting
I have a wide variety of LED lights from previous Bimmer convertion. I decided to replace all internal lighting on my 2013 W204 to LED except for the map light. It is cool white enough for me. Now the footwell lit up for a second when door is open. I think it need a load resistor.
#113
Super Member
Thread Starter
#114
can anyone advise me that the size of the center length of the rear dome light. 39mm? does normal LED trigger the alarm? the interior lights. i am assuming the license plates light bulb will trigger alarm as i seen one w220 has alarm while license plate light bulb blown.
#115
C250 Interior Dome Lights
Has anyone tried the Sylvania 6000K 168/194/2825 LEDriving bulbs (instead of Polarg M-4) as dome light replacements for 2012 C250?
If so, do the Sylvania LEDs already have the resistors mentioned in previous posts, or will they require adding a resistor?
If a resistor is required, what kind/size/model/spec is required?
Thanks in advance!
-Kerry-
If so, do the Sylvania LEDs already have the resistors mentioned in previous posts, or will they require adding a resistor?
If a resistor is required, what kind/size/model/spec is required?
Thanks in advance!
-Kerry-
#116
2012 C250 Coupe interior dome lights
Has anyone tried the Sylvania 6000K 168/194/2825 LEDriving bulbs (instead of Polarg M-4) as dome light replacements for 2012 C250?
If so, do the Sylvania LEDs already have the resistors mentioned in previous posts, or will they require adding a resistor?
If a resistor is required, what kind/size/model/spec is required?
Thanks in advance!
-Kerry-
SORRY FOR THE DUPLICATE POST
If so, do the Sylvania LEDs already have the resistors mentioned in previous posts, or will they require adding a resistor?
If a resistor is required, what kind/size/model/spec is required?
Thanks in advance!
-Kerry-
SORRY FOR THE DUPLICATE POST
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#118
Member
#119
SPONSOR/MBworld Guru
Due to digital nature of LEDs, you'll be hard pressed to find dimming LEDs for this application. LEDs simulate dimming by having multiple discrete steps in lumen. Vast majority of LEDs are single step though with a single on and off. Our LEDs are 2 step with a torch mode and ambient mode which works great in spots like footwell where you need that ambient setting while driving.
#120
if you need any help
i know this thread is old....but i just replaced all mine in about ten minutes using a combination of all the tips in here. if anyone is having any trouble with removing the dome light assemblies or deck lid housing...i'd be glad to help
#121
Member
Ken
#122
ken - are your map lights out or you're just wanting to swap them? i did not change those, i think they're already LED, or at least they match the color of the rest of the lights now. i will look at mine in a bit and let you know if i can pop the covers off.
#123
Member
Map lights are working but they are not LED's. My 2010 C were LEDs when I bought the car but my 2013 are halogen. I swapped out everything except the map lights and the dim "night light" under the rear view mirror.
#124
ken - do you have the homelink mirror? i just looked at mine, assuming it's the same, the lens in the center shows 5 "tabs" you can see through. i would use a small pick or try a credit card to pop the long edge out first. i can see the bulbs through the lens and i assume they pop right out once the lens is off
#125
Member
ken - do you have the homelink mirror? i just looked at mine, assuming it's the same, the lens in the center shows 5 "tabs" you can see through. i would use a small pick or try a credit card to pop the long edge out first. i can see the bulbs through the lens and i assume they pop right out once the lens is off