Version Identification: Notes

Xenon systems on BMW vehicles are supplied by two manufacturers - Bosch and Hella. These systems vary between models.

The first version system on the E38 is referred to as Generation 2.1 an can be identified by the flat bottom edge on the headlight housing.

The Generation 3 system has been introduced on the 1999 model year E38 and can be identified by the rounded (scalloped) edge of the headlight assembly.