W126 - How Remove Headlight Bulb?? - PeachParts Mercedes-Benz Forum

ezrider · #1 01-26-2006, 11:09 AM

I got the assembly apart to the point of removing the three stainless clips that hold the glass lens in place but cannot get the glass lens loose. What is the secret or what am I missing?

Thank you.

TX76513 · #2 01-26-2006, 11:10 AM

Are you just replacing the bulb?

benzboy87 · #3 01-26-2006, 11:14 AM

The headlight bulb is accessed through the back of the headlight. You have to remove the gray cover by pinching the tabs at the top and lifting straigt up. There is a retaining ring that holds the bulb in place. Turn the ring counter-clockwise and then slide the ring away from the assembly. Pull out the bulb and it's housing. Then unclip the socket from the bulb. You can do this step before removing the ring if you can actually get the socket to release - I couldn't.

TX76513 · #4 01-26-2006, 11:16 AM

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Originally Posted by benzboy87

The headlight bulb is accessed through the back of the headlight. You have to remove the gray cover by pinching the tabs at the top and lifting straigt up. There is a retaining ring that holds the bulb in place. Turn the ring counter-clockwise and then slide the ring away from the assembly. Pull out the bulb and it's housing. Then unclip the socket from the bulb. You can do this step before removing the ring if you can actually get the socket to release - I couldn't.

What he said if you are just replacing the bulb 5 minute job at the most

ezrider · #5 01-26-2006, 11:16 AM

Got it, Thanks!

ezrider · #6 01-26-2006, 11:19 AM

What is a good local source for the correct bulb, except the MB dealer? Located in Clearwater, Fl. Can't really complain, original bulb only lasted 16 years.

Thank you.

TX76513 · #7 01-26-2006, 11:20 AM

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Originally Posted by ezrider

What is a good local source for the correct bulb, except the MB dealer? Located in Clearwater, Fl. Can't really complain, original bulb only lasted 16 years.

Thank you.

Autozone, Advance, O'Reilly, Pep Boys. Take your pick very common bulb. Keep your fingers off the glass part of bulb as you install.

ezrider · #8 01-26-2006, 11:28 AM

Never cease to be amazed at the clever and accurate engineering on these cars. Mine is a 1991 350SDL, original owner 176K miles. Still runs and looks oustanding.

Thanks again!

mbenzer · #9 04-21-2013, 05:02 PM

Followed the directions in this string and cannot get the retaining ring to turn CCW--or CW for that matter. Even gently tried to use an adjustable plier.

mbenzer · #10 04-22-2013, 07:26 AM

Done--read someplace else to use WD40 to loosen the retaining ring and it worked! Replaced both bulbs with brighter Sylvania's at Auto Zone for 24.95.