I'm trying to replace a burnt out H7 bulb on my 05 mini cooper W/Xenon and I am a bit confused on how to actually remove the bulb. It looks like there is a ring that allows you to put a new bulb in but it doesn't seem to allow you to take the old out (Like it has barbs). It's not my car so I don't want to try to force it out. Any tips on removing the bulb?

Thanks

 

Unplug bulb, remove clip ( will fold down) , remove bulb, install new bulb exactly in position of old bulb, re-install clip ( raise back into position ), plug back in, and test.

 

Bump. I am running into the same problem. . . .removal of the silver clip with the 3 prongs does not seem to be simple. Am I missing something here. Help. Pics would be great.

 

i am alos stuck at this point... how do i remove the clip holding the bulb?

 

Bump . .. anyone?

 

It depends.... acording to Haynes:

On models up to 07/04, release the retaining clip and remove the bulb. This clip sort of moves out of the way...

After 07/2004, they changed the clip and you may need a screw driver or similar to "press the middle retaining clip outwards." and the new bulb is just pressed into the socket 'til the clips catch.

 

how do u release the retaining clip? its goes all around the bulb...there no turning or twisting..

 

I'm guessing you have the AFTER 07/04 version? I've never seen one and only relate what's in Haynes....my 02 unclips easy....

From the Haynes pictures I suspect you may need to get in there and play ..pushing the 3 pins back until the bulb is free

don't blame me....I didn't do it

 

mine is 05.. i still cant get it out