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Replace headlight bulbs please

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At the risk of being exposed as a simpleton, has anyone got any instructions on how to change the headlight bulbs please???

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Use "xenon gas

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Phillips claim that this bulb uses "xenon gas to project up to 80% more light on the road than standard halogens whilst still remaining road legal".

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Use 5mm socket

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Use a 5mm socket with long reach extension when you are near the comfort of your own toolbox.

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Use socket

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It is advisable to use a socket set rather than the tool included in the kit in the car.

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Use too many times)

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The headlamp removal tool is a bit temperamental (or at least it is if used too many times).

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Replace headlight bulbs please

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At the risk of being exposed as a simpleton, has anyone got any instructions on how to change the headlight bulbs please???

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Use "xenon gas

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Phillips claim that this bulb uses "xenon gas to project up to 80% more light on the road than standard halogens whilst still remaining road legal".

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Use 5mm socket

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Use a 5mm socket with long reach extension when you are near the comfort of your own toolbox.

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Use socket

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It is advisable to use a socket set rather than the tool included in the kit in the car.

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Use too many times)

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The headlamp removal tool is a bit temperamental (or at least it is if used too many times).

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POST 1 / ORIGINAL POSTEROriginal post

So I've read the reviews and decided to upgrade the headlight bulbs in my C2 (2000), non litronic, to "Phillips X-treme Power" xenon gas bulbs. Phillips claim that this bulb uses "xenon gas to project up to 80% more light on the road than standard halogens whilst still remaining road legal". I got these off ebay £19.95 for a set, you need two sets for main & dip beams on both headlights. At the risk of being exposed as a simpleton, has anyone got any instructions on how to change the headlight bulbs please??? I know you shoudn't touch the bulbs.

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http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D65x8G1f6AI :thumbs:

POST 3Original post

It's very easy. follow this guide http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D65x8G1f6AI It is advisable to use a socket set rather than the tool included in the kit in the car. TB

POST 4Original post

It is described in the hand-book/manual too. It's under "Practical Tips, Minor Repairs" section. Check out this thread also: http://www.911uk.com/viewtopic.php?t=54922 The headlamp removal tool is a bit temperamental (or at least it is if used too many times). Keep it for emergencies when you are at the side of the road in the middle of nowhere. Use a 5mm socket with long reach extension when you are near the comfort of your own toolbox.

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Thats great thanks chaps, I've watched the video, got my 5mm socket & off to have a bash at it

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