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Old Jul 31, 2002 | 07:02 PM
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Question Which bulbs?

I'd like to replace the inner 2 headlights and the foglights with xtreme white bulbs to match the HID lamps. Does anyone know which bulbs are they? H7, H1, or H3? Thanks!
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Old Aug 1, 2002 | 12:34 PM
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The high beam bulbs on all W210 are H7.

The fog lights on Sport Packages are H3.

The fog lights on non SP are H1.
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Old Aug 1, 2002 | 01:36 PM
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If you find bulbs that MATCH the same city lights wattage (6watts), let me know. I've been looking for the same thing but can't find them.
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So wait, are there 2 bulbs in the inner lights? I know it's the high beam..but it's still lit without the high beams on. I am new to this car (just bought it this week ).
Also, is there a how to on replacing the bulbs? My dealer is getting me the car manual..apparently the previous owner lost it
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Originally posted by E420SportGT
So wait, are there 2 bulbs in the inner lights?
Yeah, the innermost light houses the high beam (H7 bulb) and the so-called always on "city light" or "parking light" which is a H6W bulb.
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All of them, as much as I can...
Can't guarantee but try...

Polarg M26 8W or M17 super white will fit with a little mod. Grind off one post since the sockets will only take offset posts. It will work and match HIDs closely. Can't remember which one I used, I threw out package.


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