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Replacing the Front Headlight Lens on the BMW 5 Series

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

This guide shows how to remove and replace the plastic lens of the front headlight on the BMW 5 Series, following the instructions below. First, remove the headlight from the body by unscrewing the mounting screws and disconnecting the electrical connectors for the bulbs. Next, use something thin and pointed to pry at the edges of the headlight lens assembly to access the interior of the headlight housing, as shown in the video. At this point, you can replace the lenses of the headlight assembly, applying the reverse procedure for reassembly!

Updated on 9 September 2026 by ScegliAuto

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