Replacing Bulbs - Mercedes-Benz SLK Operator's Manual

Keep bulbs out of the reach of children.
Otherwise, they could, for example, damage
the bulbs and injure themselves.
Never use a bulb which has been dropped.
Such a bulb may explode and injure you.
Halogen bulbs are pressurized and could
explode when you change them, especially if
they are very hot. You should therefore wear
eye protection and gloves when you are
changing them.
There are bulbs other than the Xenon bulbs
that you cannot replace. Replace only the
bulbs listed ( page 113). Have the bulbs that
Y
you cannot replace yourself changed at a
qualified specialist workshop.
If you require assistance changing bulbs,
consult a qualified specialist workshop.
Do not touch the glass tube of new bulbs with
your bare hands. Even minor contamination
can burn into the glass surface and reduce
the service life of the bulbs. Always use a lint-
free cloth or only touch the base of the bulb
when installing.
Only use bulbs of the correct type.
If the new bulb still does not light up, consult
a qualified specialist workshop.
Bulbs and lamps are an important aspect of
vehicle safety. You must therefore make sure
that these function correctly at all times.
Have the headlamp setting checked regularly.

Replacing bulbs

Overview: changing bulbs/bulb types
Halogen headlamps
Low-beam headlamp: H7 55 W
:
High-beam headlamp: H7 55 W
;
Turn signal lamp: PY 21 W
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Bi-Xenon headlamps
Cornering lamp: H7 55 W
:
Tail lamp
Backup lamp: W 16 W
:
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