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Removing Headlight Bulbs on BMW X5

Model: BMW X5 E70 - Years: 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013
Part: Headlight bulb

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Want to remove the front headlight bulbs? Let's see how to disassemble the front headlight of a BMW X5. Lift the hood, locate the inspection cover for the headlight (located at the back of the headlight), and remove it. You will find the bulbs with metal clips: pull the bulb holders out of the headlight and extract the damaged bulbs using a screwdriver.

Install the new bulbs (always the correct type and size) and insert the bulb holder into the headlight housing.

Test the operation of the front headlight, then secure the headlight covers.


Updated on 31 March 2026 by ScegliAuto


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