Bi-Xenon Headlights
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Bi-Xenon Headlights
Is it simple to swap stock halogens for bi-xenon headlights? I'm thinking of upgrading. Any comments? Thank you.
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You guys are lucky the parts are so cheap there
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From ebay. There's new and used ones there. Since I'm from Europe I try to buy parts from here so I don't have to pay tax but the parts here are twice the price than US. The Bi Xenon headlights here cost around $2000. I found a used but almost new pair for around $1000.
You guys are lucky the parts are so cheap there
You guys are lucky the parts are so cheap there
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From Parts.com
$690 per light.
http://www.parts.com/oemcatalog/inde...el=CLK%20Class
Electrical, Chassis electrical, Headlamps, Composite assy, Composite assy, clk320, clk500, clk55, w/xenon, right
Dealer Price Core Price Savings Final Price $1,150.00 N/A $460.00 $690.00
$690 per light.
http://www.parts.com/oemcatalog/inde...el=CLK%20Class
Electrical, Chassis electrical, Headlamps, Composite assy, Composite assy, clk320, clk500, clk55, w/xenon, right
Dealer Price Core Price Savings Final Price $1,150.00 N/A $460.00 $690.00
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From Parts.com
$690 per light.
http://www.parts.com/oemcatalog/inde...el=CLK%20Class
Electrical, Chassis electrical, Headlamps, Composite assy, Composite assy, clk320, clk500, clk55, w/xenon, right
Dealer Price Core Price Savings Final Price $1,150.00 N/A $460.00 $690.00
$690 per light.
http://www.parts.com/oemcatalog/inde...el=CLK%20Class
Electrical, Chassis electrical, Headlamps, Composite assy, Composite assy, clk320, clk500, clk55, w/xenon, right
Dealer Price Core Price Savings Final Price $1,150.00 N/A $460.00 $690.00
It says fits 03-06, will it will mine which is an 2009? I hope it does, will save me a bunch of money. Thanks.
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Are there two different types of stock xenon lights? I heard one turns when you go left/right corners and one don't. Bi-Xenon, does that mean the high beams are xenon too?
I can't stand halogens...
I can't stand halogens...
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There's pre-facelift (03-05) and facelift (06-09). To activate any features the xenons come with you would also need to install a worrying harness and control unit. Much more work involved.
The high beams are halogen bulbs on the inside section of the housing.
The high beams are halogen bulbs on the inside section of the housing.
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Will I need to buy separate control units, worrying harness, and ignitors for the xenon lights?
I'm thinking of buying those xenon lights this month. Tired of the halogens. How much do you think I can sell the halogens for on ebay?
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I thought it was just take off the bumper, remove OEM halogen headlights, plug in and install the OEM bi-xenon headlights, and activate the xenon-ready function at dealer?
Will I need to buy separate control units, worrying harness, and ignitors for the xenon lights?
I'm thinking of buying those xenon lights this month. Tired of the halogens. How much do you think I can sell the halogens for on ebay?
Will I need to buy separate control units, worrying harness, and ignitors for the xenon lights?
I'm thinking of buying those xenon lights this month. Tired of the halogens. How much do you think I can sell the halogens for on ebay?
Halogens probably go for $200-$300.
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Just got off the phone with parts.com. The guy said I would have to buy separate control units for my 2009 year model.
The xenon light part number:
#2098201961 (Left) = $876.00
#2098202061 (Right) = $876.00
Control unit part number :
#0038205826 = $271.20/each
Total: $2294.40 (not including taxes, shipping/handling)
Anyone can recommend a cheaper place? Are the control units required? I was told older xenon versions had the control units on the assembly, but MB made them separate in case of collisions, it won't damage the control units, thus saving money on replacing them when the headlights shatter.
I told the guy I don't need active cornering, but he said the control units are still necessary to power up the xenon lights.
The xenon light part number:
#2098201961 (Left) = $876.00
#2098202061 (Right) = $876.00
Control unit part number :
#0038205826 = $271.20/each
Total: $2294.40 (not including taxes, shipping/handling)
Anyone can recommend a cheaper place? Are the control units required? I was told older xenon versions had the control units on the assembly, but MB made them separate in case of collisions, it won't damage the control units, thus saving money on replacing them when the headlights shatter.
I told the guy I don't need active cornering, but he said the control units are still necessary to power up the xenon lights.
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One thing I've learned with my amg bumper project is, just pay the price If you want it done Thats what the price for bi xenon headlights cost. Only way to get them cheaper is to find used ones on ebay.
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Just got off the phone with parts.com. The guy said I would have to buy separate control units for my 2009 year model.
The xenon light part number:
#2098201961 (Left) = $876.00
#2098202061 (Right) = $876.00
Control unit part number :
#0038205826 = $271.20/each
Total: $2294.40 (not including taxes, shipping/handling)
Anyone can recommend a cheaper place? Are the control units required? I was told older xenon versions had the control units on the assembly, but MB made them separate in case of collisions, it won't damage the control units, thus saving money on replacing them when the headlights shatter.
I told the guy I don't need active cornering, but he said the control units are still necessary to power up the xenon lights.
The xenon light part number:
#2098201961 (Left) = $876.00
#2098202061 (Right) = $876.00
Control unit part number :
#0038205826 = $271.20/each
Total: $2294.40 (not including taxes, shipping/handling)
Anyone can recommend a cheaper place? Are the control units required? I was told older xenon versions had the control units on the assembly, but MB made them separate in case of collisions, it won't damage the control units, thus saving money on replacing them when the headlights shatter.
I told the guy I don't need active cornering, but he said the control units are still necessary to power up the xenon lights.
The control units are not needed. I have said it a few times on this thread what is needed to get the xenons to work. It doesn't matter what year xenon it is, as long as it's a 209 xenon, they will work.
I have already done this mod, and walked a few people through it. Speaking from experience.
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Are there two different types (part numbers) for xenon lights for the W209?
-One with active cornering which requires control units
-One without active cornering with does not require control units
Also is one model just xenon for the low beam and another model a bi-xenon for both low/high beams?
-One with active cornering which requires control units
-One without active cornering with does not require control units
Also is one model just xenon for the low beam and another model a bi-xenon for both low/high beams?
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Are there two different types (part numbers) for xenon lights for the W209?
-One with active cornering which requires control units
-One without active cornering with does not require control units
Also is one model just xenon for the low beam and another model a bi-xenon for both low/high beams?
-One with active cornering which requires control units
-One without active cornering with does not require control units
Also is one model just xenon for the low beam and another model a bi-xenon for both low/high beams?
There are a lot of different part numbers for the xenons. The ones you listed above do have the active cornering.
Regardless of which part number you go with, you don't need a control unit. You could get the lights to work without the control unit, only thing is that the active cornering won't work. If it's an issue, you could purchase the control unit and get everything installed together.
All the 209 xenons are listed as "bi-xenon", but I have yet to come across one that doesn't have the halogen high beam.
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man you are like a waking w209 encyclopedia. Once I'm done with the audio, I will pull out the xenon's out of the basement and get them installed.
Is removing the bumper required to get them replaced?
Is removing the bumper required to get them replaced?
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I am a new MB owner and have been reading in the forums about installing OEM xenon headlights. My 2011 W251 didn't come with the lighting package. I miss having HID xenon lights and am not concerned about auto leveling and cornering. I have been reading in this discussion and others that a ground wire needs to be connected. Does anyone know if a ground wire is needed in a W251 when installing OEM xenon headlamps? Any help is appreciated and thanks again for all the great information.
Last edited by raudikal; 08-23-2011 at 11:13 PM. Reason: Clarification
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Honestly, Wes is the best asset of this W209 section. He seems to know everything and has helped ppl over and over. Helped me with my Xenons, Bumper, Floor Mats & Exhaust.
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Thanks, just trying to give back. Between moving and a career change, I have barely had time for the boards lately.