BMW Repair: Front turn signal bulb replacement, headlight assembly, turn signal


Question
2000 X5 4.4, My front drivers side amber turn signal & parking light bulb is out. Is this a repair the average auto owner can make or do I need to take it to a dealer. If I can make the repair could you please explain how and the bulb part number.


Thank you,


Rick Bolin

Answer
You need to remove the headlight assembly, it is held in with two 8mm screws on top under hood and one lower 8mm at the rear lower side of the light. Once removed the socket twists out of the housing. If you are comfortable with removing the lamp by all means proceed, it is not terribly difficult.