2019 i30 N Line Headlight (Globe removal "tool")

Myowni30 · **August 30, 2019, 23:12:07**

Hi All,

lol, been a long time since I have been here on the forum, but have just purchased a new 2019 N Line. UK spec car.

Now I want to replace the standard H7 headlight bulbs with H7 osram night breaker unlimited bulbs.

There are 3 bulbs in each headlight, low, main and static turn. The main and static both have the old fashioned plugs and clips to hold them in place and are easy to change, but the low beam is in a really tight spot and has a holder that I don't seem able to remove.

Any one know how this type is removed as poor pic below shows. I have tried to turn it anti clockwise but it seems to not want to move if that is how its undone, All help appreciated.

Purplehazeffc · **Reply #1: August 31, 2019, 00:42:55**

Yep they turn.
But they also can be damn hard. The left side for me was tight as & took about 30 mins to get undone.

I also pretty sure that they turn anti-clockwise.

Dazzler · **Reply #2: August 31, 2019, 09:51:55**

I must have been really lucky with my SR. I found them (all 4) headlight globes easy to swap. One of the easiest cars to upgrade globes in I've ever had.

Myowni30 · **Reply #3: September 03, 2019, 12:40:20**

lol - made a small tool to unlock / lock the bulb holder. 32mm sink waste pipe x 60mm long. Just cut 2 notches in the end. Works a treat

Dazzler · **Reply #4: September 03, 2019, 12:58:11**

Quote from: Myowni30 on September 03, 2019, 12:40:20

lol - made a small tool to unlock / lock the bulb holder. 32mm sink waste pipe x 60mm long. Just cut 2 notches in the end. Works a treat

Well done! A photo would be great when you get a chance please.

Myowni30 · **Reply #5: September 13, 2019, 18:53:36**

Here we go:

Dazzler · **Reply #6: September 13, 2019, 21:49:10**

Well that's a bit special. Thanks for doing that!

I better sticky this topic.

The Gonz · **Reply #7: September 13, 2019, 22:44:52**

Ah 3D printers!

8jlogan · **Reply #8: February 16, 2020, 22:42:19**

I know it's been a while since this thread had an update, but it was the only one I could find which detailed the problem I encountered. I spent ages earlier today trying to loosen the bulb holder and what I found really helped was a small paint roller body which gave enough of a 'hook' to fit in the tight space and allowed me to push/pull as required with the necessary leverage from the handle. Didn't take much effort at all and saved a few more bloody fingers! 2/3 minutes of getting both bulbs out vs 20 minutes of trying beforehand.

Dazzler · **Reply #9: February 17, 2020, 08:36:07**

Quote from: 8jlogan on February 16, 2020, 22:42:19

I know it's been a while since this thread had an update, but it was the only one I could find which detailed the problem I encountered. I spent ages earlier today trying to loosen the bulb holder and what I found really helped was a small paint roller body which gave enough of a 'hook' to fit in the tight space and allowed me to push/pull as required with the necessary leverage from the handle. Didn't take much effort at all and saved a few more bloody fingers! 2/3 minutes of getting both bulbs out vs 20 minutes of trying beforehand.

Cheers for that!

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