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10-24-2009, 07:39 PM | #1 |
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Z4M Angel Eye Bulb Replacement?
Just found that one of my angel eyes is out.
Has anyone changed the bulbs for the inboard angel eyes? I haven't found a DIY or part number anywhere online. Thanks!
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10-25-2009, 02:07 AM | #3 |
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Just out of warranty here. I think I found the part number though, can anyone confirm that the following is the correct part?
63127170858 "BULB SOCKET WITH BULB F PARKING LIGHT"
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10-25-2009, 11:10 AM | #4 |
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I'd ask the dealership for verification; but looks about right - that PN is #15 on this pic.
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11-12-2009, 11:17 AM | #5 |
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apexstrafer, could u post details n a pic of the replacement bulb b4 it goes in? I'm wondering whether it could be replaced with a SMD LED to make the angel eye brighter... similar to what PIAA etc have for other BMWs with factory AEs...
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11-12-2009, 12:59 PM | #6 |
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That looks like it would fit. Here's some details on the bulb that goes in there:
You'd need to cut apart the "socket" that the factory bulb comes in to replace it with an LED. I easily did so with a Dremel. My only concern would be that anything other than a 12v 10w bulb would trip the warning light on the dash and/or blow a fuse.
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11-12-2009, 05:41 PM | #7 |
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hey thanks... gonna take this to my bulb guy... he sourced me licence plate SMD LEDs with no errors... maybe he can do these too...
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12-03-2009, 07:13 AM | #9 |
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Are you saying the OEM bulb is not designed to be replaced? Seems silly as it appears to be a filament bulb so obviously will periodically die. Does BMW expect you to buy the entire assembly with the bulb in place every time it dies?
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12-03-2009, 12:13 PM | #10 |
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Yes and yes. The "bulb assembly socket" from BMW is $50 while bulb itself is available online for less than $6.
https://www.lightbulbemporium.com/us...v_10w_ba9s.asp I have pictures of the parts at home, I'll post them later.
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12-07-2009, 02:40 PM | #13 |
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If mine die out in an unreasonably short time, I'll let you guys know. They're still kicking though and it's been almost a month.
Sorry about the lack of pics as promised, I meant to get some the other day. It really is a simple job though.
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12-07-2009, 03:44 PM | #14 |
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Which bulb did you use?
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12-07-2009, 05:35 PM | #15 |
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Ended up using the Ushio bulb in that link. Paying 10x as much for the BMW part when all I needed was the bulb didn't sit well with me.
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12-07-2009, 10:06 PM | #16 |
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01-30-2010, 03:44 AM | #17 |
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Is the 2006 Z4 have 2 angel eyes in each light when the parking lights are on or no? When my parking lights are on only one of the angel lights go on in each light
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02-01-2010, 01:19 AM | #18 |
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I want bright white led bulbs...
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From what I have read, the inner lamp is a dummy, and there is only 1 angel eye in each headlamp assembly. I have the Bi-Zenon lights and that is the way they are set up.
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03-24-2010, 02:33 AM | #21 |
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Anyone try sourcing some BA9S LED bulbs from Ebay? I came across a few but not sure if these would directly plug in without having to modify anything. Having the error code on the dash wouldn't really be a biggie either.
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/10-pc...Q5fAccessories |
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