2015 BMW 328 Headlight Bulb Replacement

How to replace the low-beam bulb on a 2015, BMW 328 GT, F34. Bulb used, H7 halogen
There are a few tabs around the bulb that must be slightly bent. Here is a link to a description of that step and a pic that helped me. f30.bimmerpost...
Note: My 7 year old son wanted to learn how videos were scripted, story boarded, shot and edited. While not a complete work of art, this video was a project we did together so he could learn the basics of video creation. We hope you will find it to be of some use.

[@kirazliburak]

Thank you very much. First I tried at least for half an hour and failed. Then I came back home and saw your video. It took me 5 minutes afterwards.

[@milkchaser]

Thanks for showing such a clear image of the tabs holding the bulb in. That's the trickiest part of this and it's really hard to get a good image from such a small place.

[@mckennabrad]

You're welcome!

[@Lapacca1103]

You forgot to note the razor sharp bits in the hole you have to reach into! You can almost hear the German engineers crying out ' you thought you won the war! '

[@chewsmba]

Thanks for your tabs tip on the bulb. Everybody skipped that step and just said they got it back in. I was frustrated until I found your video. First bulb took me about 30 minutes because I couldn't get the bulb back in. 2nd bulb took 2 minutes or less. THANK YOU!!!!

[@brnprettiegrl88]

Same

[@mckennabrad]

You’re welcome. Glad it helped!

[@couturerb]

Thank you so much for this video! As a single Mom these types of things become a struggle but with your help I was able to get the bulb replaced and get back to my 2yo in 10 mins. TY TY TY

[@megamanblack4309]

What does being a single mother has to do with it?

[@PaulsToolReview]

I'm right handed and found turning the driver side wheel inward worked best for me. I had to do the entire job by feel. On the other side, I left the wheels where they were so now the passenger side wheel was facing outward and did the everything like before left handed now that I had some experience. Looking back on it, I think the outward for the passenger side did give me more space where I needed it doing everything left handed. Since I wasn't going to repeat the experiment on the right side, I called the job done and moved on. By the way, I used a quarter to pop the outer cover clasps which worked great as they fit perfectly to do this job and require minimum space. Any job I walk away from with no burns or cuts is a win and this was just a dirty job since you are in the wheel well with a tire that's in the way. I did both lights in about 15 minutes with most of the time spent on the first one.

[@conniekim1213]

I was able to replace my low beam all by myself for the first time thanks to your video! Thank you! 🙌

[@mckennabrad]

Nice work!

[@AndrewImmordino]

Brad, appreciate the tips / video! Had my light just go out & save me about $100.00

[@samprakos]

BMW can go straight to H-E double hockey sticks but this video was essential RE the notch pointing up so thank you!! Now hopefully my hand heals quickly.

[@wakeupworld216]

Thanks bro! 🙏🏾 I’ve got a f30 but I’m sure it’s similar! Low beam just went out and this should be helpful for me! I’ll try on my day off! 😂

[@mckennabrad]

Good luck. You got this.

[@edotalmor9208]

This came is super handy! I happen to have the same exact car (not that it matters for the actual bulb replacement) but your tips and accurate description helped to nail the job!

[@mckennabrad]

Glad it helped, Edo. I actually just had to replace my other side too. Glad I had a video to follow.

[@kevin83972]

I love the gt everydayyy

[@brnprettiegrl88]

Thank you for this. I changed my bulbs less then 5 minutes. In the Vegas heat at that.

[@mckennabrad]

Glad it helped. Ironically my other bulb just went out. It’s been a while since doing this and I now live on the Georgia heat. I hope I’m as successful as you.

[@monika7561]

I just watched your video and was able to change these bulbs in my GT. Those pesky tabs were a bit of a struggle but I made it. thanks !!!

[@mckennabrad]

Glad it helped!

[@natebusch2266]

I just did it. Only thing I will say is that you absolutely cannot look down into the hole where the light is without removing the wheel, regardless of whether wheels point left or right. I had to do it all by feel (hope the new light is set in correctly; I heard felt it click in). Nonetheless this video did help a lot giving me an idea of what I could not see in there ( like putting the light on so the odd part is at 12 o’clock )

[@dionmohr]

I’ve searching several videos and no one still had my covers nor bulb. They all had the xeno whatever. Even tho my BMW is 2013 this 2015 instructions was perfect for me to move forward with my light changing project. Never does any local mechanics want to touch BMW. I do not blame them these vehicles when things need to be fixed are a pain in the ass. But it takes a lot for them to need. Except for the gaskets. Who ever created those for the BMW is an idiot.

[@mckennabrad]

That's great to hear!

[@selenehuitron7781]

Thank you for this video! me being a woman I was able to do this sooo quick and easy

[@mckennabrad]

Glad it helped!

[@Clubheadnj]

I had no idea how to change the bulb it used to be easy. It was worth 40 bucks to take it shop 😂 free coffee and bagel But at least I know how now I’m thank you

[@tazabibihere-ethio4980]

Thank you for the detailed steps. Found the details only in your video. Thank you

[@dadon2024]

I can’t get the black wire harness off any tips?

[@ashleyleon8969]

I have no idea how you were able to see inside this housing?! I had zero visibility and had to do it all by feel. It should not be this difficult to change a simple headlight! Why would they even put the access there?? I cussed so much 😆

[@Mikeaawwck]

Its better than not having access there. Imagine having to change it through the top through the narrow gap. Or disassembling your front end.

[@natebusch2266]

German engineering to the max

[@Shavenuw129]

I've just tried doing this. Could BMW have made this any more difficult? Grazed knuckles, broken nails - I give up. I need two new front tyres anyway so I'll get the garage to do it... 🙄

[@mckennabrad]

I completely understand. I have definitely cut up my knuckles too. Sharp metal edges and small spaces. Ouch!

[@JodabeniTV]

How did you get the wire socket out? The you just force it out?

[@mckennabrad]

Great question. I don’t remember now. But my other light just went out and needs to be replaced. I’ll follow up once I do that one. Please let me know if you found another video that explains. I’d love to watch it beforehand.

[@JodabeniTV]

@@mckennabrad yes, bending one the metal tabs , makes the thing lose

[@mckennabrad]

I just completed the other light. I see what you mean. Yes, I had to slightly bend the tabs and then bend back.

[@moresmoke5994]

Came back to this video 👌🏾

[@melborrego6370]

I've done this bulb change a couple times, I'm giving the engineers at BMW the L for making this more of a pain than it has to be.

[@hapyro720]

This is german engineering at it finest over complicated

[@REFabbro]

Thanks for help Was tough getting my biggass hands in there lol

[@mckennabrad]

Glad I could help

[@tashtash555]

sweet. never changed a daylight bulb before so this video was beyond helpful. thanks Brad!

[@ericayanegui4764]

Thank you for uploading this video … made repair super easy! 👌

[@mckennabrad]

You're welcome!

[@barongamingboys4727]

Thank you for showing me broski w vid keep it up

[@FocusNow_]

how you get the black wire harness off? I pulled so hard but couldnt get a grip on it since I have large hands. Could barely get 3 fingers into the hole

[@mckennabrad]

Did you get it sorted out? I did my second bulb recently and noticed the same. It was a bit stuck coming off. Be sure to use bulb grease when you put back on. This may help if you need to replace again down the road.

[@ashleyleon8969]

Me too, I had to take the whole thing out and then disconnect it. I also had to do it all blind cuz I absolutely could not see in at all. I used my camera and took pictures to see if I was even close. This was most annoying thing I’ve ever done.

[@rickrodriguez717]

I have the best solution! Find a jiffy lube that has mechanics that work there only 10% do. Either buy the bulb at another place for 30 or they might have it for 21.00! They swapped out my bulb on my 3 series would of been for free if I bought the bulb from them so they were forced to charge me 21 the price of the bulb if I would of bought the bulb there! The mechanics were very professional and they all worked as a team! They do most basic fixes there as well! Save your money!

[@georgeurquijo524]

Thank u 4 the vid.

[@mckennabrad]

You’re welcome

[@LadyGwenuveire]

Would REALLY appreciate it if you had shown everything, I got stuck at taking the plug out !

[@mckennabrad]

It’s very difficult to film in a small opening with hands in there too. There are three metal tabs around it that are holding the lightbulb in place. They need to be bent slightly outward. Then you’ll be able to pull out the lightbulb. Around the 2:25-2:30 mark you can see what it looks like. Remember to bend them back when putting in the new lightbulb.

[@RacingRob301]

I'm going to be honest with you. Putting in this headlight bulb in this car , is by far and being serious the dumbest thing I will ever do from the time I was born until the time I die. I will tell my kids, my grandkids what the dumbest thing I ever did in my life was replacing this exact bulb in this 2017 bmw 330i I wouldnt recommend this car to anyone. Nothing against your video or anything. I'd argue the engineer behind this marvelous bulb replacement is in jail or should be

[@crosano19]

Hi! Have you replaced the break light before? Was searching for a video to show how to do that and came across this one which is helpful for the future!

[@AtoyaHughes]

Great video! Thanks a lot!

[@fernie988]

Is the same for a 2014 bmw 320 I

[@mckennabrad]

I’m not certain. But I think headlight housing in this F34 chassis will be very similar to the 320. Let me know what you find out.

[@samprakos]

Yes it is..same for 2012-2018 F30 line.

[@savysands3109]

Your video helped me so much thank you I hope you have a Great day 💪🏾💯💯

[@mckennabrad]

Glad it helped! Enjoy your day.

[@CP-ux9zd]

40 bucks I wish.. my Euro go to shop would have been 125 to start

[@watson10132]

It is very helpful, thanks. btw your son is cool!

[@mckennabrad]

Glad it was helpful!

[@h530dhaku]

Hi the round piece to my car wouldn’t open up. I think i put it on wrong when i first opened it up. Is there another away i can open it up now? its jammed

[@brandon1352]

I made the same mistake with the one under the hood thinking that was how to change the bulb. Long story short, I had to break off the little plastic triangles to get the cover off again to put it on correctly. If you find another way, good luck!

[@rjhamilton7397]

Does this work on the 2014 320i?

[@mckennabrad]

I’m not sure. Sorry.

[@samprakos]

Yes exactly the same

[@prequls]

would this work with D1S bulbs

[@SunkySilly]

My hands are too damn big, hurts like hell

[@calvinkelly494]

Boo how do u get those clips off???

[@mckennabrad]

This video shows. kzbin.info/www/bejne/nqecZoush6-bY7M

[@TruongNguyen-mg6vb]

I tried to take the bulb but I don’t know why it so hard to take it out.

[@mckennabrad]

There are a few tabs around the bulb that must be slightly bent. Here is a link to a description and a pic that helped me. f30.bimmerpost.com/forums/showthread.php?t=865909

[@TruongNguyen-mg6vb]

I have put the new bulb in but it still doesn’t work. I think it is because the connector doesn’t work also ?

[@mikepichor4707]

You need to show taking the plug off the bulb and actually taking the clips off

[@anotherindividual5799]

Good video brad

[@zhenghaogong6425]

Man I got the exact same car

[@norzyhd6593]

THANKS MAN

[@mckennabrad]

You're welcome!

[@sheeeanyam3885]

Thank you!

[@mckennabrad]

You are welcome.

[@aidandonnelly1944]

BMW be making everything over complicated lol

[@ODCO23]

i tried fixing my car and realized this the wrong video lmao i got a 228i 2014

[@mckennabrad]

I hope you were able to find the video you needed.

[@elcrookito2847]

Thanks for skipping all the important parts 😇

[@BeinCute]

As a female viewer u need to show the details!!! I don’t know how to get a plug out

[@mckennabrad]

Hi @beincute, I don’t think being a female viewer has anything to do with it. I’m certain it was more a result of the detail I covered (or didn’t in this case). I should have mentioned in the description that my son wanted to learn how to script, storyboard, shoot and edit a video. We did this together as an opportunity for him to learn before producing his own video. Clearly we missed some details. I hope you were able to find a better video. And never underestimate what you can accomplish!

[@speedygee6396]

As a moron you just stoopid

[@CP-ux9zd]

@@mckennabrad ... and still never answered the question on how to remove the wire plug. It's been asked a few times

[@mckennabrad]

@@CP-ux9zd hello. It has been a while since I changed one. But if you are referring to the electrical wire that attached to the bulb, I believe it just pulls off. You might try carefully using needle nose pliers to get a hold of it if stuck. But be careful if you do. You could crimp the wire harness. I hope that helps. Maybe someone else can answer as well.

[@JB12132]

What kind of plug?

[@matilda4722]

Very bad video. Doesn’t actually show how you pull them out, only shows when it’s out and in already

[@lard1892]

This job is so typical Eurotrash

[@univision1489]

Thank you sir

[@tevinreeves5170]

You didn’t show nothing waste of time

[@MR.F30]

It's not as easy as it looks, I took it to walmart, and the guy still couldnt put the led light in all the way.

[@royal011]

Useless!

[@LightningN1NjA]

Just buy American

[@craiggolden7072]

Thank you!

[@mckennabrad]

You're welcome!