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How to Replace the Headlight Bulbs on BMW 5 Series

Model: BMW Serie 5 F11, F10 - Years 2010-2017
Part: Headlight bulb

Want to replace the headlight bulbs on your BMW 5 Series? Let's see how to proceed: open the hood by pulling the lever located at the bottom right of the dashboard, and secure it with the provided prop rod. Remove the plastic caps located on the sides of the headlights, then locate the inspection cap of the headlight (located at the back of the headlight) and remove it. At this point, you will find the bulbs with metal clips; pull the bulb holder out of the headlight and extract the damaged bulb using a screwdriver. Install the new bulb (make sure it is the correct type and size) and insert the bulb holder back into the headlight housing. Reassemble all the parts you removed earlier.

Updated on 2 March 2026 by ScegliAuto

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