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Replacement of Rear Car Headlamp

Model: Mercedes Classe M W163 - Years: 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005
Part: Tail light

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Sometimes, car headlamps can get damaged due to an accident or simply because they have broken, and it is necessary to replace them. The lamps are among the essential parts of a car. They are used to produce beams of light for signalling or to illuminate the road, ensuring the driver has an optimal view of the roadway.

This guide shows how to replace the rear headlamp. First, purchase the appropriate headlamps.

Usually, you can access the screws or bolts securing the headlamps by opening the boot or from inside the cabin, near the rear floor, typically using an Allen key. Once the bolts or screws are removed, disconnect the electrical connectors that power the headlamp bulbs to be able to take it out.


Updated on 21 February 2026 by ScegliAuto


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