changing the front low-beam bulb!
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2012 w212
changing the front low-beam bulb!
hi everyone! I have a few questions and am hoping that someone has some experience they can share with the group!
-How do you change the low-beam front light bulb? This bulb has run out on me and I need to replace! See the attached pic...
-How much does this bulb typically cost, and does anyone have any favorite online sites to buy this bulb?
-What is the part# of this bulb?
-How do you change the low-beam front light bulb? This bulb has run out on me and I need to replace! See the attached pic...
-How much does this bulb typically cost, and does anyone have any favorite online sites to buy this bulb?
-What is the part# of this bulb?
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From: Bellevue, WA
.... nothing to brag about, it is a previous model....
hi everyone! I have a few questions and am hoping that someone has some experience they can share with the group!
-How do you change the low-beam front light bulb? This bulb has run out on me and I need to replace! See the attached pic...
-How much does this bulb typically cost, and does anyone have any favorite online sites to buy this bulb?
-What is the part# of this bulb?
-How do you change the low-beam front light bulb? This bulb has run out on me and I need to replace! See the attached pic...
-How much does this bulb typically cost, and does anyone have any favorite online sites to buy this bulb?
-What is the part# of this bulb?
Standard H7 bulb you can get it at any auto store.
I will loosen the radiator reservior ( one plastic plug ) to get more access space.
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hi, thanks for your reply!!! also, for all those interested, the owner's manual has a real nice set of instructions for how to change..I did notice that the electrical plugs are quite tight and hard to pull off...anyone have similar experience?
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I used a small blade screwdriver. Just make sure you do not touch the bulb or allow any body oils or other matter to come into contact with the glass bulb or else it will shorten the life of the bulb.
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changed the w7 bulb!!!
hey everyone, wanted to share with you my experience changing the low-beam w7 bulb!
-You do not need any tools, but the clip with the wires needs a little tugging to get it loose. When tugging on it, don't pull on the cords, and don't pull near the base. Pull somewhere in the middle
-Don't touch the bulb with your bare hands -- wear dry, non-oil gloves (no rubber). Oil on bulbs kills the life!
-While the bulb casing is kind of snug to reach, it is reachable. Not a problem!
Thanks to all who posted!! Happy driving!
-You do not need any tools, but the clip with the wires needs a little tugging to get it loose. When tugging on it, don't pull on the cords, and don't pull near the base. Pull somewhere in the middle
-Don't touch the bulb with your bare hands -- wear dry, non-oil gloves (no rubber). Oil on bulbs kills the life!
-While the bulb casing is kind of snug to reach, it is reachable. Not a problem!
Thanks to all who posted!! Happy driving!
