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Replacing Low Beam on BMW X5

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

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Turn off the vehicle, remove the key, engage the parking brake, open the hood, and use a prop rod to support it. Press the tab to detach the rubber cover on the back of the affected headlight. At this point, replacing the low beam bulb will be straightforward: simply lift the metal clip holding it in place and disconnect the connector attached to the bulb.

You will now have the xenon bulb with its electrical socket in hand. Insert the new xenon bulb you purchased and reverse the steps to reassemble.


Updated on 2 April 2026 by ScegliAuto


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