2006 Mercedes S-Class Owner's Manual - Page 397

Practical hints Replacing bulbs Notes on bulb replacement Warning! Keep bulbs out of reach of children. Bulbs and bulb sockets can be very hot. Allow the lamp to cool down before changing a bulb. 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. Only use 12-volt-bulbs of the same type and with the specified watt rating. G Switch 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 Center. Have the LEDs and bulbs for the following lamps replaced by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Additional turn signal lamps in the exterior rear view mirrors Bi-Xenon lamps* High mounted brake lamp Brake lamps Rear side marker lamps Rear parking lamps i Have the headlamp adjustment checked regularly. 396