2006 Mercedes R-Class Owner's Manual - Page 468

Practical hints Replacing bulbs Notes on bulb replacement Only use 12-volt bulbs of the same type and with the specified watt rating. Switch the lights off before changing a bulb to prevent short circuits. Always use a clean lint-free cloth when handling bulbs. Your hands should be dry and free of oil and grease. If the newly installed bulb does not come on, visit an authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center. Have the LEDs and bulbs for the following lamps replaced by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center: the additional turn signal lamps in the exterior rear view mirrors the high mounted brake lamp the Bi-Xenon* low beam lamps the Bi-Xenon high beam flasher spotlight* the front sidemarker lamps Warning! G Bulbs and bulb sockets can be very hot. Allow the lamp to cool down before changing a bulb. Keep bulbs out of reach of children. Halogen lamps contain pressurized gas. A bulb can explode if you: touch or move it when hot drop the bulb scratch the bulb Wear eye and hand protection. Because of high voltage in Xenon lamps, it is dangerous to replace the bulb or repair the lamp and its components. We recommend that you have such work done by a qualified technician. 467