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Old Oct 18, 2005 | 10:47 PM
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Headlight update!

does anybody know if the 2002 OEM headlight case will fit on the 2001 model b/c i found a site that sells oem parts for pretty cheap.
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Old Oct 19, 2005 | 09:14 AM
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Yes it does, I have performed this updated and it is very easy. If you don't buy aftermarket ones with a pigtail adaptor, you need to rewire the new 02+ style headlight connector to work with your pre-02 ML.
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Old Oct 19, 2005 | 07:19 PM
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how do u rewire the headlight? is it hard?
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Old Oct 20, 2005 | 09:15 AM
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No it is not hard at all if you have any mechanical abilities at all.

You simply need to move two connectors around within the headlight harness.

Look at the attached picture to see what wires and what direction to move them.
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Old Oct 20, 2005 | 09:39 AM
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what is the website?
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Old Oct 20, 2005 | 10:13 AM
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what is the website?
For what?
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Old Oct 26, 2005 | 05:14 PM
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ihad a look at the plug as described great pick m8 i have awire allready in the 3rd sin down hole

finding it hard to relocate the pins and keep them in is there a knack to it i mightjust crimp them straight on but then friitghtend of water entry etc .

what happens to the fog light or i suppose lack of them
after these have been f
appriciate ur help fitted

many thanks paul

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