Xenon Bulb Questions
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Xenon Bulb Questions
Are the W211 Xenon's model DS2's or D2R's?
I started my car today and the passenger xenon bulb was pink. Car has only 50,000km/30,000 miles on it. I was under the impression these bulbs lasted a long time. Anyone know if these are covered under warranty?
The reason I am asking what model they are is that I think I would like to buy the bulb from somewhere else and try and put it in myself.
Anyone know a good place to buy them from online?
Also, has anyone here replaced them themselves? Have any tips or advice?
I started my car today and the passenger xenon bulb was pink. Car has only 50,000km/30,000 miles on it. I was under the impression these bulbs lasted a long time. Anyone know if these are covered under warranty?
The reason I am asking what model they are is that I think I would like to buy the bulb from somewhere else and try and put it in myself.
Anyone know a good place to buy them from online?
Also, has anyone here replaced them themselves? Have any tips or advice?
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I had this discussion with the tech board and here about the std halogen bulbs. I just replaced the standard bulbs with upgrades BUT they were not HID. I can give you some knowledge about the general layout. The passenger side is more accessible and is fairly easy. Stick your hand down around the 3-4" circumference ring that has a rubber membrane over it. It is squishy. Turn it counterclockwise about 45 degrees and it will fall off into your hand. If it is stuck, a straightblade screwdriver and a light tap will dislodge it. The halogens are mounted in a bezel that engages a notched ring on the fixed headlight assembly. Push in and rotate ,CCW I think. The bulb and socket should fall into your hand. Once again I do not know about the socket / ignitors used in the HID. The drivers side is tighter. I unscrewed the splay type fastener that holds the top bracket of the overflow bottle. Pull the popped up screw / fastener out with pliers. This will let you shove the bottle out of your way slightly and repeat same as passenger side. Hope this helps
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Sorry to hear one of your bulbs burned out.
If you need a replacement set we have HID bulbs that will fit your car perfectly. They're available in 6000k and 8000k and typically last 12-15 years. To see the bulbs on our website CLICK HERE.
If you have any questions please feel free to contact me.. I'll be glad to help.
-Aaron
If you need a replacement set we have HID bulbs that will fit your car perfectly. They're available in 6000k and 8000k and typically last 12-15 years. To see the bulbs on our website CLICK HERE.
If you have any questions please feel free to contact me.. I'll be glad to help.
-Aaron
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Went to the delaership Saturday, the advisor said they were under warranty. They gave me the car and they said they put 2 new bulbs in and then he says, "I am not sure if they are covered, if they aren't I will give you a call.."
I hope he doesn't call.. geez..
I hope he doesn't call.. geez..
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It'll be covered. My passenger side went out also. They replaced it under warranty, no problem. My died at 37K miles.
