Replacing the low beam bulb on Mercedes W210

If you find that one of the dipped beam headlights in your mercedes w210 stopped burning (most often with this body it happens that the lamps burn out when they are turned on, that is, the moment when the lamp burns out can be seen). Or there is a desire to put another lamp, for example, the so-called “white moons”, then this detailed article is an instruction for you.

The headlight bulbs are very easy to change, no tools are needed.

So, let's go:

Algorithm for replacing the low beam lamp Mercedes W210

• We open the hood and find a protective cover on the back of the headlight (see photo). We remove metal fasteners from both sides (see photo). It should be noted that on the right (if you stand facing the hood) the protective cover can be easily pulled out from under the hood space, but on the left the air filter, expansion tank and pipes will interfere, but it's okay, there is no need to remove them. On the left, this cover can be unfastened and lowered below without pulling it out. Access for replacement low beam bulb will be sufficient.

Replacing the low beam bulb Mercedes W210 Mercedes protective cover fixing

• In the photo below, under the number 1., the fastening of the lamp itself is indicated. Under number 2. Plug for connecting the contacts of the dipped beam lamp. Under the number 3. contacts for connecting the parking lamps. Next, we carry out sequentially: disconnect plug 2, squeeze fastener 1 and remove it from the grooves. The entire lamp is not secured by anything else, it can be replaced. Low beam bulbs: H7.

Contacts of low beam lamps and dimensions

1 Tip: try not to hold the lamps by the glass, as this may leave streaks and the quality of lighting may deteriorate.

2 Tip: it is advisable to use standard lamps, since otherwise the computer may generate an error.

In order to change the dimensions, it is necessary to turn pin 3 90 degrees counterclockwise and pull it out.