C55LA

This is 2nd time in less than 1 yrs my right side xenon went out. The dealer want 1,800 for it. Is there anyway to fix that headlight? The last time it was done by the dealer, the module was out.

amdeutsch

Aren't fixes normally covered by a 1yr/12k mile warranty?

Quick Silver

Are you sure it is the module and not just the bulb? Last year my right side low beam went out, I took it to the dealer totally expecting a big bill, it turned out to just be a bad bulb.

C55LA

I am not sure, but they are trying to screw me with $1,800 because they said I need the whole module. Do you know how to take out the bulb?

moosejaw

It could either one of three things
1. bulb
2. igniter
3. ballast (what u referred to as the module)

Buy the bulbs first you need a Phillips D2S bulb. This is your cheapest route. I say phillips since this is what MB uses.

If it not the bulb, try and buy the ballast which supplies power to the bulb (i have a spare one) from Ebay for about 100 bucks.

The igniter is the lead that comes from the balast to the bulb. These are 40 bucks on ebay.

In any event to install the igniter or ballast you will need to remove the headlight which involves removing or tilting your bumper. About ten minutes to an hour which whatever is easier.

Taking the bulb out is easy, look inside your headlight assembly. YOu will see the igniter (red cap) housing the bulb. Twist it so the igniter comes off. The bulb is still there in the headlamp assembly. Gently twist the bulb out of it's resting point. Notice the shape of the opening when you pull it out, it's keyhole shaped to accomodate the insulator on the bulb. This is more important when putting it back in. when putting it back in, some people like to put the igniter back on before inserting it the housing. Hope this helps.

If you need bulbs i would stick with the factory bulbs which can be bought at any online retailer. I prefer 6000 K temperature but stock is 4300 K temp.

TemjinX2

i agree try the bulbs first. if not, its probably the ignitor. i believe you can buy a ignitor kit for $50 from ther dealership. c230coupe has a similar post on the w203 forums.

C55LA

I found out it is the igniter, where can I buy one and which one do I need. Can anyone please direct me if there's a link on the board of fixing this? Thankx!

moosejaw

Ebay is your freind
Try w203 c class igniter

TemjinX2

the link has the part numbers on the bottom.

https://mbworld.org/forums/c-class-w...y-guide-3.html

if you search the w203 forum, a lot of the common problem has already been addressed. Other then the supercharger most if not all of the c32 stuff is the same as the w203's.

C55LA

Isn't the C55 same as CLK headlight? Just want to make sure.

TemjinX2

yes

C55LA

Sorry if I sound stupid but do they sell that CLK Xenon igniter on ebay? or elsewhere online?

marksatex

any way when you pull the bulb you can visually determine if it is the bulb, or follow up to that- Is there any electrical test that can clarify if it is the ignitor or ballast ?

moosejaw

You can always try switching the bulb! But in response to your question ,if the bulb's insulator is broken, then its a good chance its the bulb.

JonMBZ

To me the ignitor and ballast are the same thing .. .correct me if im wrong, but you should be able see a spark from the ignitor if you pull the bulb out and turn the lights on. Be careful with ebay they sell a lot of bad ignitors and ones that are incorrect. Get a part# and look at the part and search by part# Also if you have your receipt just take it to service. Even if you installed it yourself you still have a a 1 year warranty and they will install it for you for free.