Replacing Bulbs - Mercedes-Benz SLK 2014 Operator's Manual

bulbs of the same type and the specified
voltage.
Marks on the glass tube reduce the service
life of the bulbs. Do not touch the glass tube
with your bare hands. If necessary, clean the
glass tube when cold with alcohol or spirit and
rub it off with a lint-free cloth.
Protect bulbs from moisture during
operation. Do not allow bulbs to come into
contact with liquids.
There are bulbs other than the Xenon bulbs
that you cannot replace. Replace only the
bulbs listed ( page 115). 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.
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.
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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Replacing bulbs

Bi-Xenon headlamps
Cornering lamp: H7 55 W
:
Tail lamp
Backup lamp: W 16 W
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Changing the front bulbs
Removing/mounting the cover in the
front wheel housing
To remove: switch off the lights.
X
Turn the front wheels inwards.
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