Headlight bulb replacement Guide2013 BMW X3
Complete DIY repair guide with step-by-step instructions. Find exact parts on Amazon for your vehicle.
Difficulty
Easy to Intermediate
Time
15-45 minutes
Parts Needed
2 items
DIY Savings
$100-400+
2013 BMW X3 — What You Need to Know
- →E83 X3 (2004-2010) uses H7 bulbs for both low and high beam on halogen models
- →Access is from the engine bay — no headlight assembly removal needed on most X3s
- →HID-equipped X3s use D1S xenon bulbs — replacement is more complex and usually requires headlight removal
- →Upgrade option: Osram Night Breaker or Philips X-treme Vision offer 50-100% more brightness in the same H7 format
Safety Warnings
- •NEVER touch the glass of an H7 halogen bulb with bare hands — skin oils cause hot spots and premature failure
- •HID-equipped X3s have D1S bulbs with HIGH VOLTAGE — do not attempt to replace HID bulbs with ignition on
- •Check your trim level: base models have H7 halogen, premium trims have HID (xenon) — these require different procedures
Tools Required
Nitrile gloves (do not touch bulb glass)
Flathead screwdriver (possibly)
Parts Needed
Low Beam BulbH7 55W halogen (standard trim) or D1S for HID-equipped vehicles
Shop on AmazonOEM 63127165743Osram 64210 H7 / Philips 12972VIS1 H7
High Beam BulbH7 (same as low beam on non-HID trim)
Shop on AmazonBasic Procedure Overview
- 1Open hood and locate the rear of the headlight housing on the side needing replacement
- 2Remove the rubber dust cover (twist counterclockwise and pull off)
- 3Unplug the electrical connector from the bulb
- 4Release the wire retaining clip (push in, rotate, and pull out)
- 5Pull old bulb straight out — handle by the base only
- 6Insert new H7 bulb into housing without touching the glass envelope
- 7Secure with wire clip, reconnect connector, replace dust cover
- 8Test headlight before closing hood
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