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1999 ML headlight went out...ugh

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Old May 1, 2012 | 02:00 PM
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1999 ML headlight went out...ugh

I was wondering is this a home fixer or do I have to go to a shop for this? Is this a good time to try and get higher output lights or stick with stockers? Wheres a good source? Partsgeek?
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Old May 2, 2012 | 11:52 AM
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I recently replaced the headlight bulbs in my ml with Osram higher output bulbs, i didnt need to remove the headlights to do this but the h/lights are easy to remove anyway, just remove the single screw on top and two 10mm nuts hidden behind the plastic strip at the bottom and the headlight comes out.
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Old May 5, 2012 | 08:13 AM
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I changed my own headlight bulb and if I can do it, anyone can do it! The driverside was hard because it is a really tight space to get into. Save yourself the money and DIY!
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Old May 5, 2012 | 12:16 PM
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I ended up going to an autozone with my ipad and bought some silverstar ultras (i think?) and used their tools to put them in. The lights are brighter than stock I just wonder how long they'll last!
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