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How to upgrade headlights on BMW E46 325xi (M54B25) to LED

Posted: Tue Oct 01, 2024 11:41 am
by spinecki
How to upgrade headlights on BMW E46 325xi (M54B25) to LED

Options:
  • LED bulb replacement
  • Full LED projector retrofit
LED bulb replacement:
  • Choose H7 LED bulbs (for low beam) and H7 or H1 (for high beam)
  • Ensure proper heat dissipation and beam pattern
  • May require load resistors to prevent error messages
  • Installation:
    1. Remove headlight assembly
    2. Replace halogen bulbs with LED equivalents
    3. Install load resistors if necessary
    4. Reassemble and adjust beam pattern
Full LED projector retrofit:
  • Choose a complete retrofit kit (e.g., Morimoto XB LED)
  • Installation steps:
    1. Disassemble headlight housing
    2. Remove original projectors and bulbs
    3. Install new LED projectors and driver boards
    4. Reassemble housing, ensuring proper sealing
    5. Calibrate and align new headlights
Note: LED upgrades may require coding with BMW-specific software to prevent error messages.