Thank you so much for this video. Your instructions are excellent and I was able to replace the bulb and saved over $200. The shop estimate was just under 300 and I purchased the bulb for 104. I am sure the dealership would have been over 300. Took me a little time to get the light back into the vehicle. Pay particular attention to the lower bolts/washers and the off exposed light ( cover is off ). Fantastic video and I am so happy to be able to do this myself. Thanks again
You just saved me countless hours and dollars! I have been quoted $300 to diagnose if it is the bulb, the igniter or the controller as the cause of my light being out. My front end took the brunt of a piece of truck tire tread and I kind of figured it was the bulb. Everyone tells me the front bumper needs to come off to get to the controller and igniter. They are on the bottom of the headlight assembly! Anyway, swapped the drivers bulb with the passenger ("bad" bulb). Guess what...works fine with "good" bulb! If the dealer did the repair it was going to be just over $1000 for diagnosis, controller, igniter, programming of the controller and bulb! This is excellent video! By the way, mine is a 2008 BMW 528i not the 535i.
Great Video! $30 for a pair of bulbs on Amazon. It felt so satisfying reading comments of people being quoted $600 from the dealership for 1. Took about 30 min and now my headlights make my 08 535xi look like a 2020!
This video saved me $400! I had the dealer replace my driver side headlamp four months ago for $622 (yes, ouch!). When the passenger side went out last week, I bought the bulb with my BMWCCA discount for $220 and installed it myself in 35 minutes. Thank you for such a clear instructional video!
I know has been a while, but thank you for posting this video. It would have taken me much longer and I might have broken something in the process. Thanks. Rick (2009 535i wagon)
Thank you for the great video Andrew. I own a E61 520d LCI Touring and both xenon headlights went out within a week of each other. I asked for a quote from BMW and the replacement cost was around €200 each headlight + work costs. I managed to change them myself with about 1 hour work and with no need to remove anything apart from the headlights. Saved my day!
Awesome we (my wife and I) screwed around for about half an hour. I suggested youtube and after watching this we simply had to buy and extension and She knocked the job out pretty easily on her own. Pain in the butt to get back in but not too bad.
Stupendous video, many thanks indeed! couldn't and wouldn't have attempted this without it. I have a 2009 LCI 520d M Sport Business Edition with Visibility Pack and full Media pack so came with adaptive xenons from the factory. Only one bulb had gone (went pink then got dip beam failure light on dash) but swapped both out for longevity and symmetry. Replaced like-for-like Osram Xenarc D1S 66140 for a total cost of £102 plus less than 2 hours of my time. Dealer wasn't prepared to commit to work without "investigation" and we're saying the bulbs alone were upwards of £150 and they had to take the bumper off. I was easily staring at £400+ so have saved in my mind at least £300. Thank you Andrew. :-) Additional comments having read the others: I don't think you'd do this without removing the lamp unit; you probably don't need a flexible extension (the nuts are visible direct line of sight) but it makes life easier - and don't forget to plug the wiring loom back in as it really gets in the way when trying to refit the lamp unit... D'oh! wasted half an hour on that little mistake!
Thanks for this video. Did both headlights today in about 30+ minutes. A little pain to get headlights out and back in. This video provided the exact steps!
I can't tell you how much I appreciate people like you who put how-to videos like this on UA-cam. You're a lifesaver (and cash saver too). Well done, Andrew.
Great video! You gave all the important points and tips without any unnecessary talking found in most tutorials! Changed both bulbs on my LCI 2010 E61 in approx. 45 minutes including washing my hands afterwards =)
Excellent video!!! One of the best instructional vids I’ve ever watched. And, if you have a long 3/8” drive extension there is no need for the flexible drive.
Thanks for your video. Very helpful. I just did my right beam. For other users, make sure you purchase the D1S Xenon lamp module (with the complete assembly), not the H7 bulb in the owner's manual.
Great job! I watched several videos before yours, and I was confident that I could change my lights out only after watching yours. You saved me a lot of time and money! Thanks.
This is a good video. The technique definitely worked on my 2008 BMW 528i with ordinary H7 headlights. Two minor comments: (1) I did not need a flex shaft for the lower bolts. In my car, I could see straight down to the bolt head, so a straight extension shaft was sufficient. (2) It is possible to replace the bulb with no tools at all. I managed to get the plastic door popped out and almost finished the entire job before I decided it would be nice to loosen the assembly and get some room to maneuver. A person with smaller hands than mine could do it easily.
Just did this today. This was really helpful and I think it took longer to watch the video than it did to change the bulb. Without you being so kind to bother recording and posting it would have not been so simple ...Thanks
thanks so my much. Managed to save 100 of her majesty's pounds in garage costs by following your video. Did manage to break the trim though but that was me being lazy.
Really appreciate for making this video, It only took 25 minutes to replace the light, and 25 minutes to find my socket which I dropped accidently inside while hooking up the light LOL. Keep up the good work bro :-)
Thanks Andrew Pollock!! Directions are spot on. Like others posted, BMW dealer wanted $375 ($225 just for bulb) and local BMW exclusive repair center $325. NAPA Phillips bulb $100, believe they make about 50% margin so even that's not a bargain. I think their dealer scam is up as your video provides the path. My other 5 vehicles all have owners manuals with directions to replace headlamps, at least BMW could provide in theirs as well. Instead it says to contact BMW dealer.
Great Video Thanks for posting. I followed your instructions and had absolutely no problems. (Good call on the flexible extender.) You saved me $$$. Thanks again!!!
Although I like the look of the LCI headlights, I'm grateful for a pre LCI car as the xenon bulbs are much cheaper because they are separate from the ballast. I was able to get some really bright Chinese knock offs (don't judge me they work) for $70 and change both my lights. Great video.
Excellent tutorial. I've watched them all and yours is the best. Question about Angel Eyes: Car is complaining of driving light malfunction. I see only the halo is out. Same thing? I'd love to see a tutorial on replacing the halo bulb.
Excellent video and narration. One suggestion. Please take a minute to blow or brush off the sand particles that are all over the work area. I was cringing as you were about to open the cover on the headlamp assembly. I envisioned all the sand particles falling into the headlamp and getting into the connectors and adaptive motor. One other thought you may have mentioned as an afterthought; when removing the headlamp unit, take off the round cover cap to better expose that first bottom 8mm nut. With the cap removed you will have a better view and may not need the flex extension tool.
Did everything you did and everything worked out good but my light still won't turn on I'm thinking its the ballast or igniter if you have any info would be appreciated ty and great video
only thing I can think of is to check the connections and make sure they're on correctly. other than that, it may be a deeper problem with the ballast or igniter, as you suggested.
Thank you so much for this awesome tutorial Andrew. About the halo light, is there only one that lights up both eyes or does it need 2 halo lights for each side? I was planning to replace mine with LED Halo Lights but was hesistant because couldn't find a proper tutorial in youtube until I saw yours today! Kindly advice, thanks again.
Great Video. Thanks. Had no problem getting to 8mm bolts with a solid 6" extension and deep 8mm socket. Just wish the bulb wasn't "dealer" only supplied at $245. Ouch!!!
Andrew Pollock Yes, found them on Amazon for $60 but couldn't wait for shipping. Wife had to drive out of town on Sunday and dealership was only option on Saturday
one1uv4ev3r Daytime running light bulbs are accessed from the back of the headlight assembly. No need to remove entire headlight assembly. Also, daytime running lights are an option that must be turned on in your iDrive settings.
It seems some take the H7 and some the D1S depending on spec at manufacture. Pre 2007 most had H7 bulbs, but if you are LCI post 2007/2008 some have H7 and some have D1S, bit of a headache. I guess I will take it out check to be sure then order.
The good news is that I at least don't have to start from the trunk and disassemble the whole car going up to the head light to replace the bulb. LOL. This is so ridiculous. With my older Mercedes, this would be a 3 minute job with out any tools. I wonder if this "service oriented design" is the same way with ALL BMWs.
Thank you so much for this video. Your instructions are excellent and I was able to replace the bulb and saved over $200. The shop estimate was just under 300 and I purchased the bulb for 104. I am sure the dealership would have been over 300. Took me a little time to get the light back into the vehicle. Pay particular attention to the lower bolts/washers and the off exposed light ( cover is off ). Fantastic video and I am so happy to be able to do this myself. Thanks again
You just saved me countless hours and dollars! I have been quoted $300 to diagnose if it is the bulb, the igniter or the controller as the cause of my light being out. My front end took the brunt of a piece of truck tire tread and I kind of figured it was the bulb. Everyone tells me the front bumper needs to come off to get to the controller and igniter. They are on the bottom of the headlight assembly! Anyway, swapped the drivers bulb with the passenger ("bad" bulb). Guess what...works fine with "good" bulb! If the dealer did the repair it was going to be just over $1000 for diagnosis, controller, igniter, programming of the controller and bulb! This is excellent video! By the way, mine is a 2008 BMW 528i not the 535i.
Great Video! $30 for a pair of bulbs on Amazon. It felt so satisfying reading comments of people being quoted $600 from the dealership for 1. Took about 30 min and now my headlights make my 08 535xi look like a 2020!
This video saved me $400! I had the dealer replace my driver side headlamp four months ago for $622 (yes, ouch!). When the passenger side went out last week, I bought the bulb with my BMWCCA discount for $220 and installed it myself in 35 minutes. Thank you for such a clear instructional video!
I know has been a while, but thank you for posting this video. It would have taken me much longer and I might have broken something in the process. Thanks. Rick (2009 535i wagon)
Thank you for the great video Andrew. I own a E61 520d LCI Touring and both xenon headlights went out within a week of each other. I asked for a quote from BMW and the replacement cost was around €200 each headlight + work costs. I managed to change them myself with about 1 hour work and with no need to remove anything apart from the headlights. Saved my day!
thank you, thank you, thank you. i was able to do this repair on my 2009 BMW 535xi in about 35 mins. You help me save time, and MONEY.
Awesome we (my wife and I) screwed around for about half an hour. I suggested youtube and after watching this we simply had to buy and extension and She knocked the job out pretty easily on her own. Pain in the butt to get back in but not too bad.
Stupendous video, many thanks indeed! couldn't and wouldn't have attempted this without it. I have a 2009 LCI 520d M Sport Business Edition with Visibility Pack and full Media pack so came with adaptive xenons from the factory. Only one bulb had gone (went pink then got dip beam failure light on dash) but swapped both out for longevity and symmetry. Replaced like-for-like Osram Xenarc D1S 66140 for a total cost of £102 plus less than 2 hours of my time. Dealer wasn't prepared to commit to work without "investigation" and we're saying the bulbs alone were upwards of £150 and they had to take the bumper off. I was easily staring at £400+ so have saved in my mind at least £300. Thank you Andrew. :-)
Additional comments having read the others: I don't think you'd do this without removing the lamp unit; you probably don't need a flexible extension (the nuts are visible direct line of sight) but it makes life easier - and don't forget to plug the wiring loom back in as it really gets in the way when trying to refit the lamp unit... D'oh! wasted half an hour on that little mistake!
Thanks for this video. Did both headlights today in about 30+ minutes. A little pain to get headlights out and back in. This video provided the exact steps!
I can't tell you how much I appreciate people like you who put how-to videos like this on UA-cam. You're a lifesaver (and cash saver too). Well done, Andrew.
Great video! You gave all the important points and tips without any unnecessary talking found in most tutorials! Changed both bulbs on my LCI 2010 E61 in approx. 45 minutes including washing my hands afterwards =)
Excellent video!!! One of the best instructional vids I’ve ever watched. And, if you have a long 3/8” drive extension there is no need for the flexible drive.
Excellent tutorial. I was able to do the job in less then 30 minutes today. Thanks again.
Thanks for your video. Very helpful.
I just did my right beam. For other users, make sure you purchase the D1S Xenon lamp module (with the complete assembly), not the H7 bulb in the owner's manual.
Andrew your tutorial is one of the best ever. Made this job real easy and not to mention saved a lot of money and time.
Thanks again.
Jim
Great job! I watched several videos before yours, and I was confident that I could change my lights out only after watching yours. You saved me a lot of time and money! Thanks.
I love finding an amazingly well done videos. Had to waste my time with like 4 before finding this one. Thank you so much!
Outstanding - very helpful. I changed out my 530XI bulb with out any issues. Thank you for your concise video!
This is a good video. The technique definitely worked on my 2008 BMW 528i with ordinary H7 headlights. Two minor comments: (1) I did not need a flex shaft for the lower bolts. In my car, I could see straight down to the bolt head, so a straight extension shaft was sufficient. (2) It is possible to replace the bulb with no tools at all. I managed to get the plastic door popped out and almost finished the entire job before I decided it would be nice to loosen the assembly and get some room to maneuver. A person with smaller hands than mine could do it easily.
Nicely done. Well presented, and made the job easy. Saved me a couple hundred dollars I’m sure.
Just did this today. This was really helpful and I think it took longer to watch the video than it did to change the bulb. Without you being so kind to bother recording and posting it would have not been so simple ...Thanks
Thanks, Andrew! Worked like a charm. Only finicky part was getting the unit lined up/fitted correctly after install.
Excellent video. No waffle or time-wasting. Thanks
thanks so my much. Managed to save 100 of her majesty's pounds in garage costs by following your video. Did manage to break the trim though but that was me being lazy.
Really appreciate for making this video, It only took 25 minutes to replace the light, and 25 minutes to find my socket which I dropped accidently inside while hooking up the light LOL. Keep up the good work bro :-)
Thank you! Great work! It saved a lot of time! 525i touring 2007. For those who have pre-lci models, you will need D2s lamp
Good video and excellent audio. Narration was superb.
Thanks Andrew Pollock!! Directions are spot on. Like others posted, BMW dealer wanted $375 ($225 just for bulb) and local BMW exclusive repair center $325. NAPA Phillips bulb $100, believe they make about 50% margin so even that's not a bargain. I think their dealer scam is up as your video provides the path. My other 5 vehicles all have owners manuals with directions to replace headlamps, at least BMW could provide in theirs as well. Instead it says to contact BMW dealer.
Great video. Very clear and no waffle. Perfect. Thanks
You made headlight bulb replacement a very straightforward taks. Thank you for shooting the video.
Thank you. I had my headlight off already. You helped me get the thing back in place.
Great Video Thanks for posting. I followed your instructions and had absolutely no problems. (Good call on the flexible extender.) You saved me $$$. Thanks again!!!
Thanks for taking the time to walk me through this process. You saved me hours of work time. Great explanation.
Great tutorial, shows just how easy this job is.
Although I like the look of the LCI headlights, I'm grateful for a pre LCI car as the xenon bulbs are much cheaper because they are separate from the ballast. I was able to get some really bright Chinese knock offs (don't judge me they work) for $70 and change both my lights. Great video.
just got mine replaced and your video helped alot..thanks
Thank you much,! twas very helpfull.After watching this didnt take me that long to get my headlight done.
Thanks Bud! Great guide! Saved me a lot of money!
Excellent video, thanks for saving me a lot of time, very professional!!! thanks again!
BEST VIDEO HOW I EVER SEE about e60 lights!! (: GJ!
just did this on my M5. you just saved me the dealer's "M" tax!
Excellent video! Thank you, will be performing in the next couple of days.
Excellent tutorial. I've watched them all and yours is the best. Question about Angel Eyes: Car is complaining of driving light malfunction. I see only the halo is out. Same thing? I'd love to see a tutorial on replacing the halo bulb.
Perfect video! Thank you so much. Thumbs up.
Good job man. Took me an hour after I confirmed the two small bolts. Saved me £1500 garage feeds too.
Thanks this helps a lot. Going to tackle the job soon!
Please excuse the typo. The replacement part was $220 with my discount. The video is still fantastic!
Thanks, your video was extremely helpful.
An excellent video. Thank you for sharing it.
Thanks man going to try this later on today I'm getting charged 700 bucks for this and I rather do it myself great video
Great video, thank you!
Great video. Thank you for making it.
thanks so so much. very helpful and well explained.
Thank you very much.. this was a huge help.
thank you sir for the video, very helpful.
great video is it the same for pre lci model
Thanks for the video. my low beam bulb is out, dealer wants $222 for xenon bulb, I found the bulb on -bay for $13, will this work?
Excellent video and narration. One suggestion. Please take a minute to blow or brush off the sand particles that are all over the work area. I was cringing as you were about to open the cover on the headlamp assembly. I envisioned all the sand particles falling into the headlamp and getting into the connectors and adaptive motor. One other thought you may have mentioned as an afterthought; when removing the headlamp unit, take off the round cover cap to better expose that first bottom 8mm nut. With the cap removed you will have a better view and may not need the flex extension tool.
great explanation . thanks.
Thanx for the great video!!
Did everything you did and everything worked out good but my light still won't turn on I'm thinking its the ballast or igniter if you have any info would be appreciated ty and great video
only thing I can think of is to check the connections and make sure they're on correctly. other than that, it may be a deeper problem with the ballast or igniter, as you suggested.
Thank you so much for this awesome tutorial Andrew. About the halo light, is there only one that lights up both eyes or does it need 2 halo lights for each side? I was planning to replace mine with LED Halo Lights but was hesistant because couldn't find a proper tutorial in youtube until I saw yours today! Kindly advice, thanks again.
Great Vid
great video.
ur awesome man!!
thanks that was so helpful A++++
Thank you
Great Video. Thanks. Had no problem getting to 8mm bolts with a solid 6" extension and deep 8mm socket. Just wish the bulb wasn't "dealer" only supplied at $245. Ouch!!!
As I mentioned in video, the bulbs are available on amazon for about 45 dollars each.
Andrew Pollock Yes, found them on Amazon for $60 but couldn't wait for shipping. Wife had to drive out of town on Sunday and dealership was only option on Saturday
Andrew Pollock what about daytime running lamp replacement? my headlights turn on fine but confused on the daytime lights.
one1uv4ev3r Daytime running light bulbs are accessed from the back of the headlight assembly. No need to remove entire headlight assembly. Also, daytime running lights are an option that must be turned on in your iDrive settings.
is it hard to change the high beam bulb for a 545i?
if not where I can find the cheapone. Thanks
thanks
My local BMW mechanic says my car takes h7 bulbs, but this video says d1s?
It seems some take the H7 and some the D1S depending on spec at manufacture. Pre 2007 most had H7 bulbs, but if you are LCI post 2007/2008 some have H7 and some have D1S, bit of a headache. I guess I will take it out check to be sure then order.
The good news is that I at least don't have to start from the trunk and disassemble the whole car going up to the head light to replace the bulb. LOL. This is so ridiculous. With my older Mercedes, this would be a 3 minute job with out any tools. I wonder if this "service oriented design" is the same way with ALL BMWs.
Thanks bro u just save me 300 $
Great video, thanks!!
Great video! thanks