Mercedes-Benz 2004 C-Class Wagon, Operator'S Manual

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Practical hints
Replacing bulbs
Rear lamps Notes on bulb replacement
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Only use 12 volt bulbs of the same type
and with the specified watt rating.
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Switch lights off before changing a bulb
to prevent short circuits.
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Always use a clean lint-free cloth when
handling bulbs.
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Your hands should be dry and free of oil
and grease.
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If the newly installed bulb does not
come on, visit an authorized
Mercedes-Benz Center.
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Have the LEDs and bulbs for the
following lamps replaced by an
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center:
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Additional turn signals in the
exterior rear view mirrors
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High mounted brake lamp
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Xenon lamps
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Front fog lamps
Lamp Type
7 High mounted brake
lamp LED
8 Brake lamp P 21 W
9 Turn signal lamp PY 21 W
a Backup lamp P 21 W
b Tail, parking,
standing and side
marker lamp P 21/5 W
c License plate lamps C 5 W
d Rear fog lamp,
driver’s side P 21/4 W
Warning!
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Keep bulbs out of reach of children.
Bulbs and bulb sockets can be very hot.
Allow the lamp to cool down before
changing a bulb.
Halogen lamps contain pressurized gas.
A bulb can explode if you:
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touch or move it when hot
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drop the bulb
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scratch the bulb
Wear eye and hand protection.
Because of high voltage in Xenon lamps, it is
dangerous to replace the bulb or repair the
lamp and its components. We recommend
that you have such work done by a qualified
technician.