Mercedes-Benz 2006 C-Class - Manual (Page 400)

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Practical hints
Replacing bulbs
Rear lamps Notes on bulb replacement
ț Only use 12 volt bulbs of the same type
and with the specified watt rating.
ț Switch lights off before changing a bulb
to prevent short circuits.
ț Always use a clean lint-free cloth when
handling bulbs.
ț Your hands should be dry and free of oil
and grease.
ț If the newly installed bulb does not
come on, visit an authorized
Mercedes-Benz Center.
Lamp Type
7 High mounted brake
lamp
LED
8 Brake lamp P 21 W
9 Turn signal lamp PY 21 W
a Parking and side
marker lamp
P 21/5 W
b Backup lamp P 21 W
c License plate lamps C 5 W
d Rear fog lamp (driver’s
side only), tail and
standing lamp
P 21/4 W
Warning!
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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
ț touch or move it when hot
ț drop the bulb
ț 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.