goosesedan

hello Guys,

I have the Xenon headlights on my 2008 cls550, the passenger side head light is literally purple in color. Im thinking it is burnt out, do anyone have the part number for this bulb? how difficult is it to replace the headlight, called the dealership and was quoted for a new bulb for $193.50. is this a plug and play type of installation, where can i buy it online?

MooF

It's a simple DIY, just need the owner's manual if you need help locating the bulbs. Use some self-confidence, gloves and a flashlight when installing. You should always change HID (Xenons) in pairs b/c of the color change that you are witnessing.
Here's the bulb:
Passenger side is easier to change. Driver's side requires you to temporarily remove the coolant reservoir (even with small hands).

Don't you dare pay dealer prices for Xenons!

Boxbrownie

A few words of caution when replacing HiD bulbs, make sure there is no power running and that the ignitor module is carefully disconnected from the bulb (preferably wear latex/nitrile mechanics gloves). The voltages involved are in the thousands and can not only give you a severe shock if you have a pacemaker it could be curtains.....the kind they pull around the coffin!

djrabbi

bulbs are going bad...get OEM phillips 4300k. I would replace both

GuestFromTampa

Nov-26-12 i bought 2 NEW GENUINE Philips D2S 4300l Xenon BULBS HID from ebay seller jsproductionssd so far i dont have any problems. Make sure you get 85122 not 85122+
here is the link,hope it helps
http://www.ebay.com/itm/281020243511

2 made in germany HID bulbs for $58