Safety instructions for handling bulbs/light sources (exterior lighting) (M3 base, M3 Competition, M3 Competition M xDrive, M3 CS)
WARNING:
All headlight types, regardless of the type of light sources used, can be dangerous due to their blinding glare!
Do not look directly and for long periods of time into the light
WARNING:
Laser, LED and Xenon headlights in particular can be very dangerous due to their blinding glare:
Do not look directly and unprotected into the light
WARNING:
Xenon headlight: Mortal hazard due to high voltage!
Disconnect all components from voltage supply before removal
Work on the entire xenon lighting system (igniter, control unit and xenon bulb) may only be carried out by qualified personnel
WARNING:
Halogen bulbs are under pressure:
To avoid injury, wear protective goggles and gloves
IMPORTANT:
To avoid short circuits:
Disconnect bulbs/light sources from the voltage supply before changing them (lighting system and ignition off)
Disconnect bulbs/light sources from the voltage supply before changing them (lighting system and ignition off)
Do not touch glass plungers with bare hands, as even the smallest amount of contamination will causing etching and reduce bulb service life
Only touch light bulbs with clean gloves or a clean cloth
Do not expose light bulbs to mechanical vibrations
Use only recommended light bulbs
Follow the light bulb manufacturer's notes without fail