When replacing a bulb, you could burn your‐
self on these component parts.
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Allow the component parts to cool
down before replacing the bulbs.
When you are replacing the light bulb, observe
the following:
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Do not use any light bulb that has been drop‐
ped or has scratches on its glass tube. Other‐
wise, the light bulb may explode.
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The bulb may explode if it is hot or if you
touch, drop or scratch it.
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Stains on the glass tube will reduce the
service life of the light bulb. Do not touch the
glass tube with your bare hands. If necessary,
clean the glass tube with alcohol or spirits
while it is cold state and wipe it down with a
lint-free cloth.
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Protect light bulbs from humidity and do not
bring them into contact with liquids.
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Before changing the bulbs, switch off the
vehicle's lighting system. This will prevent a
short circuit.
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Use bulbs only in enclosed lamps that have
been designed for them.
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Use only spare bulbs of the same type and
with the correct voltage.
Always ensure the bulbs are firmly secured.
Have the following light bulbs changed at a quali‐
fied specialist workshop only:
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Bulbs in the license plate lamp
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Front fog lamp
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Side marker lamps
Bulbs and lamps are major elements in vehicle
safety. Therefore, ensure that they are always
working. Have the headlamp setting checked reg‐
ularly.
If the new light bulb also does not light up, con‐
sult a qualified specialist workshop.
Replacing front light bulbs (vehicles with hal‐
ogen headlamps)
Overview of front light source types
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Side additional turn signal lamp: WY 5 W
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Turn signal light: PY 21 W
3
Low beam: H7 55 W
4
Front fog lamp: H11 55 W
5
High beam/standing/parking lamps/
daytime running lamps: H15 55 W/15 W
6
Side marker light: LED
Replacing light sources in the headlamp
Requirements:
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The lighting system is switched off.
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The appropriate front wheel is turned
inwards.
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Low beam: you require a H7 55 W light bulb.
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Turn signal light: you require a PY 21 W light
bulb.
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High beam/standing/parking lamps/
daytime running lamps: you require a
H15 55 W/15 W light bulb.
Installing/removing the cover in the front
wheel arch
Light and vision
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