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Changing Low Beam Headlight on E320
Hello,
I have a 2005 E320 and has been working fine since the day I bought it. A couple days both low beam headlights went out. I went to the manual and found out that my car has the halogen headlights bearing the code H7 (55W).
I went to sylvania.com to find out more about these bulbs and they have a couple variety, such as H7SU for the brightest and whitest halogen, H7ST for the brighter and whiter halogen, and so on you get my point.
Questions:
1) According to the manual, we can replace the bulbs ourselves. Is that recommended? Anyone try this before with their cars?
2) Should I get the H7SU or the H7ST?
3) Any other recommendations or factors that I have not considered?
Let me know. Any help is appreciated!
I have a 2005 E320 and has been working fine since the day I bought it. A couple days both low beam headlights went out. I went to the manual and found out that my car has the halogen headlights bearing the code H7 (55W).
I went to sylvania.com to find out more about these bulbs and they have a couple variety, such as H7SU for the brightest and whitest halogen, H7ST for the brighter and whiter halogen, and so on you get my point.
Questions:
1) According to the manual, we can replace the bulbs ourselves. Is that recommended? Anyone try this before with their cars?
2) Should I get the H7SU or the H7ST?
3) Any other recommendations or factors that I have not considered?
Let me know. Any help is appreciated!
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Yes you can change the bulb. I used the sylvania bright star for the extra light. But caution do not use larger wattage than the manual allows or you might be blowing circuits.
The back of the light assembly is covered with a large (3") rubber dome. Rotate it (don't remember which left or right) about 1/4 of a turn and the rear cap it will come off allowing access to the bulb. Then you can remove the bulb. I don't remember if the socket is a twist then pull or pull someone who has done it reciently might remember. Not difficult.
I suggest you use rubber gloves so as to not TOUCH the new bulb. If your hands leave an oily reisdue on the bulb it will fail prematurely.
I also suggest you change both bulbs at the same time. I found that when 1 fails the other is shortly behing it so buy a pair of bulbs if that will save you some $$.
The back of the light assembly is covered with a large (3") rubber dome. Rotate it (don't remember which left or right) about 1/4 of a turn and the rear cap it will come off allowing access to the bulb. Then you can remove the bulb. I don't remember if the socket is a twist then pull or pull someone who has done it reciently might remember. Not difficult.
I suggest you use rubber gloves so as to not TOUCH the new bulb. If your hands leave an oily reisdue on the bulb it will fail prematurely.
I also suggest you change both bulbs at the same time. I found that when 1 fails the other is shortly behing it so buy a pair of bulbs if that will save you some $$.
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Thanks, Vettdvr!
Both low beam headlights are out so I am planning to change both bulbs. Is that what you meant? Or do you suggest to change both the LOW and HIGH beam headlights at the same time?
Speaking of high beam headlights, I have found that my high beam headlights are also out - both right and left high beam headlights do not come on when I turn on the switch. Instead, the parking lights (right adjacent to the low beams come on brighter). However, I do not see any notifications on my screen that the high beams are out, only that the low beams are out.
Are my high beams really out or they do not work if the low beams are out?
Please advise. I'm really confused!
Both low beam headlights are out so I am planning to change both bulbs. Is that what you meant? Or do you suggest to change both the LOW and HIGH beam headlights at the same time?
Speaking of high beam headlights, I have found that my high beam headlights are also out - both right and left high beam headlights do not come on when I turn on the switch. Instead, the parking lights (right adjacent to the low beams come on brighter). However, I do not see any notifications on my screen that the high beams are out, only that the low beams are out.
Are my high beams really out or they do not work if the low beams are out?
Please advise. I'm really confused!
Yes you can change the bulb. I used the sylvania bright star for the extra light. But caution do not use larger wattage than the manual allows or you might be blowing circuits.
The back of the light assembly is covered with a large (3") rubber dome. Rotate it (don't remember which left or right) about 1/4 of a turn and the rear cap it will come off allowing access to the bulb. Then you can remove the bulb. I don't remember if the socket is a twist then pull or pull someone who has done it reciently might remember. Not difficult.
I suggest you use rubber gloves so as to not TOUCH the new bulb. If your hands leave an oily reisdue on the bulb it will fail prematurely.
I also suggest you change both bulbs at the same time. I found that when 1 fails the other is shortly behing it so buy a pair of bulbs if that will save you some $$.
The back of the light assembly is covered with a large (3") rubber dome. Rotate it (don't remember which left or right) about 1/4 of a turn and the rear cap it will come off allowing access to the bulb. Then you can remove the bulb. I don't remember if the socket is a twist then pull or pull someone who has done it reciently might remember. Not difficult.
I suggest you use rubber gloves so as to not TOUCH the new bulb. If your hands leave an oily reisdue on the bulb it will fail prematurely.
I also suggest you change both bulbs at the same time. I found that when 1 fails the other is shortly behing it so buy a pair of bulbs if that will save you some $$.
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Your brights
are in the same module as the city lights,the little round ovals.The brights are also H7.If you want brighter light and longer lasting bulbs.Order 4 65 watt rally bulbs from www.danielsternlighting.com
They will not harm the wires and will not trip any lamp malfunction warnings.The bulb changing procedure is in your manual.
Wear some latex gloves when you do the change?(the kind without powder on them)they will protect your hands from scrapes in the tight confines behind the bulbs and not damage the bulbs if you happen to touch the glass.
If all 4 truely went out at the same time you might want to check the fuses.
As all 4 going at the same time would be odds in the millions.
They will not harm the wires and will not trip any lamp malfunction warnings.The bulb changing procedure is in your manual.
Wear some latex gloves when you do the change?(the kind without powder on them)they will protect your hands from scrapes in the tight confines behind the bulbs and not damage the bulbs if you happen to touch the glass.
If all 4 truely went out at the same time you might want to check the fuses.
As all 4 going at the same time would be odds in the millions.
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Thanks. But I live in Canada and I would like to replace these bulbs quickly. Maybe I should just go to the Canadian Tire?
Would the consensus recommendation be that I changed the low beams first and then see if the high beams would work by then?
Should I consult my dealership? I have a service advisor, but he's hard to get a hold of.
Would the consensus recommendation be that I changed the low beams first and then see if the high beams would work by then?
Should I consult my dealership? I have a service advisor, but he's hard to get a hold of.
are in the same module as the city lights,the little round ovals.The brights are also H7.If you want brighter light and longer lasting bulbs.Order 4 65 watt rally bulbs from www.danielsternlighting.com
They will not harm the wires and will not trip any lamp malfunction warnings.The bulb changing procedure is in your manual.
Wear some latex gloves when you do the change?(the kind without powder on them)they will protect your hands from scrapes in the tight confines behind the bulbs and not damage the bulbs if you happen to touch the glass.
If all 4 truely went out at the same time you might want to check the fuses.
As all 4 going at the same time would be odds in the millions.
They will not harm the wires and will not trip any lamp malfunction warnings.The bulb changing procedure is in your manual.
Wear some latex gloves when you do the change?(the kind without powder on them)they will protect your hands from scrapes in the tight confines behind the bulbs and not damage the bulbs if you happen to touch the glass.
If all 4 truely went out at the same time you might want to check the fuses.
As all 4 going at the same time would be odds in the millions.
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Yes you can change the bulb. I used the sylvania bright star for the extra light. But caution do not use larger wattage than the manual allows or you might be blowing circuits.
The back of the light assembly is covered with a large (3") rubber dome. Rotate it (don't remember which left or right)
The back of the light assembly is covered with a large (3") rubber dome. Rotate it (don't remember which left or right)
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Some people recommended taking off the batteries to change these bulbs. That would involve taking the negatives and positives off the main battery in the trunk and the auxiliary battery under the front hood.
Is this necessary? What are the chances of hurting yourself without taking off the batteries when changing bulbs? Note that the manual does not say anything about taking off batteries.
Is this necessary? What are the chances of hurting yourself without taking off the batteries when changing bulbs? Note that the manual does not say anything about taking off batteries.
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Hello,
I have a 2005 E320 and has been working fine since the day I bought it. A couple days both low beam headlights went out. I went to the manual and found out that my car has the halogen headlights bearing the code H7 (55W).
I went to sylvania.com to find out more about these bulbs and they have a couple variety, such as H7SU for the brightest and whitest halogen, H7ST for the brighter and whiter halogen, and so on you get my point.
Questions:
1) According to the manual, we can replace the bulbs ourselves. Is that recommended? Anyone try this before with their cars?
2) Should I get the H7SU or the H7ST?
3) Any other recommendations or factors that I have not considered?
Let me know. Any help is appreciated!
I have a 2005 E320 and has been working fine since the day I bought it. A couple days both low beam headlights went out. I went to the manual and found out that my car has the halogen headlights bearing the code H7 (55W).
I went to sylvania.com to find out more about these bulbs and they have a couple variety, such as H7SU for the brightest and whitest halogen, H7ST for the brighter and whiter halogen, and so on you get my point.
Questions:
1) According to the manual, we can replace the bulbs ourselves. Is that recommended? Anyone try this before with their cars?
2) Should I get the H7SU or the H7ST?
3) Any other recommendations or factors that I have not considered?
Let me know. Any help is appreciated!
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I think I may have made a mistake. I apologize, I don't know much about cars.
The high beam headlights are the small "eyes" on the inside of the four eyes, right? Then those are working. But I will try replacing my low beams today and keep this forum updated of the results.
The high beam headlights are the small "eyes" on the inside of the four eyes, right? Then those are working. But I will try replacing my low beams today and keep this forum updated of the results.
I think you need to check out your electrical system........the odds of all four headlights burning out at the same time are worse than the odds of hitting the Lotto! What's the status of the other lights, such as the turn signals, the fogs lights, side running lights, tail lights, stop lights, etc......do they work? You could replace one of the low beam lights just to verify whether that fixes it or not before taking it to your MB service shop. I just replaced one of my low beam lights...........if your vehicle is like mine, it's better to unfasten the coolant overflow reservoir and pull it out of it's rubber sockets before trying to access the light low beam.........so, try replacing the right side first to see if that works or not. Also, these are turn to the left to unsnap the holding lock and pull out.......reverse process for installing. I buy my H7s from my MB Dealer Parts Department.......just use the standard one they stock.
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I have successfully changed both my low beam headlights! High beams also work.
It was a challenging process due to the modules are occluded by other parts but I did both in over an hour. Taking off the electrical connector and plugging it back in was A PAIN though.
It was a challenging process due to the modules are occluded by other parts but I did both in over an hour. Taking off the electrical connector and plugging it back in was A PAIN though.
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Well done, glad you didn't disconnect the battery. That would open the 2nd can of worms.
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u can prolly DIY the install... but need to visit dealer (or shop that has SDS) for version coding...
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Anyone got any special pointer on a easier way than taking it to the mechanic for changing the light bulbs?
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I take the single expansion type fastener out (it looks like a screw but it is not) and pull the reservoir can to one side. It makes the driver's side easier. I could never get to the lamp with the can in place. BTW, I am on my second set of Silverstars. They are much better than stock lights but unfortunately they have a very short life. I believe they admit to 500 hours. I have turned off the DTRL feature to extend their life.
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How did you change your low beam bulbs. I have to ask my son who has a skinnier forearm to twist the darn socket back on. My left forearm was too big trying to twist the driver side low beam socket back on. Whenever I twist and my arm automatically flex, the darn coolant reservoir was there blocking it. My son was barely able to twist the socket on. I hope he twisted it securely on it may be trouble if it comes loose!
Anyone got any special pointer on a easier way than taking it to the mechanic for changing the light bulbs?
Anyone got any special pointer on a easier way than taking it to the mechanic for changing the light bulbs?
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I didn't remove anything but the rubber dust cover. My fat hand fit into the opening. Quarter turn to remove the socket with bulb. Then a very small screwdriver to just pry the base of the bulb up from the socket then remove the bulb. As they would say in Chiltons for engine removal. Installation is reverse of remove.
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How did you change your low beam bulbs. I have to ask my son who has a skinnier forearm to twist the darn socket back on. My left forearm was too big trying to twist the driver side low beam socket back on. Whenever I twist and my arm automatically flex, the darn coolant reservoir was there blocking it. My son was barely able to twist the socket on. I hope he twisted it securely on it may be trouble if it comes loose!
Anyone got any special pointer on a easier way than taking it to the mechanic for changing the light bulbs?
Anyone got any special pointer on a easier way than taking it to the mechanic for changing the light bulbs?
It's been a while since I've done the actual procedure so I'm not quite sure on the specifics. However I have fairly skinny arms that could go into the low beam sockets- keep in mind that after this I have minor scratches and scuffs on my arms. It was a pretty tight deal.
If anyone has any special pointers I'd like to hear them also!
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Headlight Help
I have a Mercedes 2003 E320…and here’s my issue
1. Drivers side headlight began to flicker and eventually went out
2. Error message came on the control panel saying “Low beam out”
3. Passenger side headlight works fine
4. Bright’s on both sides work
5. Replaced bulb on drivers side and it worked for a while…then went out
6. Tried a different bulb, worked for a while… then went out
7. Bright’s work on both sides
8. Thought it was the W211 Bi-Xenon Headlight Igniter Ignition, so I swapped the passenger side with the non-working drivers side. It worked fine on the passenger side so I am not sure if that is the issue.
Not sure if I need a new W211 Bi-Xenon Headlight Igniter Ignition or a W211 Bi-Xenon HeadLight Control Unit or Both
Help...pulling hair out
1. Drivers side headlight began to flicker and eventually went out
2. Error message came on the control panel saying “Low beam out”
3. Passenger side headlight works fine
4. Bright’s on both sides work
5. Replaced bulb on drivers side and it worked for a while…then went out
6. Tried a different bulb, worked for a while… then went out
7. Bright’s work on both sides
8. Thought it was the W211 Bi-Xenon Headlight Igniter Ignition, so I swapped the passenger side with the non-working drivers side. It worked fine on the passenger side so I am not sure if that is the issue.
Not sure if I need a new W211 Bi-Xenon Headlight Igniter Ignition or a W211 Bi-Xenon HeadLight Control Unit or Both
Help...pulling hair out
