Replacement headlights for '96 S420
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Replacement headlights for '96 S420
What are my options for new headlights which are discolored due to age for my 96 S class?
I'm sure the dealer will soak me on the cost of OEM replacement lights. I am looking for the non-xenon type as previous threads discussed their outrageous cost. Are the european lights legal in CA? What makes them qualify as european lights? Intensity?
-chris
I'm sure the dealer will soak me on the cost of OEM replacement lights. I am looking for the non-xenon type as previous threads discussed their outrageous cost. Are the european lights legal in CA? What makes them qualify as european lights? Intensity?
-chris
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I have found that the discoloration {smokey look} is due to a chemical residue from the heat and plastic reflector inside the head light, building up on the inside glass of the lens. If you remove the glass head light lens and clean it with a lint free cloth and glass cleaner, it will once again be clear and new looking. You may have to use a small brush to get inside the lens grooves. "DO NOT" touch the silver reflector with anything, it has a thin layer of metal atomized on plastic and it will come off and mark if even touched. The lens only has metal clips to hold it on. Up grade your bulbs to any of the new brighter ones and you should be happy. 
