BMW E39 LED Angel Eyes Upgrade

Installing aftermarket LED halo angel eye bulbs into a BMW E39 5-series.
You can find this LED bulb kit here. Link: tinyurl.com/2p...

[@nestaa51]

How long did they last?

[@trainboy15]

Hey, How are you doing . I'm a 17 Working Kid and I'm Really Interested in a Late 90's Early 00's BMW , Any that You'd Prefer that'd be a Little Bit Easy on the Pockets lol Please Let Me Know thanks .

[@plomafia00]

i just recently put these on..but when i start the car they start flashing each side one at a time...its kinda cool, just the computer checkn to see if they work or somethin.

[@urimsllamniku8972]

So 2 bulbs works for four halos

[@need4spe3dBeast]

Yep

[@thenerfherder9586]

There’s fiber optic cables that spread the light out to the halos and dots in the orange reflector

[@thenerfherder9586]

There’s fiber optic cables that spread the light out to the halos and dots in the orange reflector

[@urimsllamniku8972]

@@thenerfherder9586 that was 8 years ago??!

[@TheCarista]

I would like to see it on night in this video as a comparison...thats the only negative point of this video :) otherwise, very good job :)

[@Matty-Z]

Hey Ryan, massage some mineral oil (very inexpensive laxative) onto your fan shroud and other dark plastics to bring back their brand new luster. The heat resistant properties make it great for under-hood applications.

[@tailenols]

well... basically, good thing, but what I did was - changed the light bulb itself. There's BA9 socket and I only had to find the most powerful LED bulb with the same socket. it costed 0.99$ per piece, so I did it below 2$ for both. Technique is quite the same only difference is that you have to take out not the whole plastic holder with the mirror, but the tip of it, where the bulb has to be put. I'm sure some can take the bulb out with mirrror on, but I have big fingers and had problems. Luck

[@jgripen969]

I've got a '97 540i with yellow angel eyes and xenon headlights from factory (i take it it's the facelift one's, but from what i understand facelift came '00 and shouldn't be on my 540? And yes i know for a fact that it's not aftermarket). Sellers on eBay keep saying "fits e39 00-03" and similar but the setup looks exactly like mine. Am i missing something here? Did the 540i get the facelift from the beginning in '96? I want to be 100% sure that i'm buying the right one's. Thanks in advance for a reply, it would mean a lot =)

[@E39Source]

Facelift came 9/00 for the 2001 model year and later. Somebody may have retrofitted them to your car. If they are Hella facelift lights, these angel eye bulbs featured in this video will work.

[@justinallison1442]

Thanks for sharing, just watched the video and ordered immediately, $20 and coming from right here in California from eBay. Didn't realize how simple it was. Can't wait to see the upgrade.

[@danzerrillo4472]

Great video. Quick question.... Did the new bulbs cause any warning lights to appear on the dash? I've heard that aftermarket bulbs cause the system to show a dead/inoperable bulb. Thanks in advance.

[@agapr0]

Hi thanks for video, i will do same tomorrow for my e39😎😜

[@romka_ind]

Personaly I don't like, that throws are so long in a ''sport'' car, also knob is too tall in my opinion, especialy for me cause im kinda short. ZHP knob is a 330ci ZHP edition knob it looks almost like the one you have, but it is shorter and heavier and that makes shifts more precise. If u want u can find an illuminated one too.

[@KashTagg]

Just found these on Amazon for $26.88 with Amazon Prime. Without Prime the 6000k 5W were just over $24. I'll update on how they perform once they are received/installed.

[@need4spe3dBeast]

Haha looks like your 5 years late on updating

[@sirmo667]

@@need4spe3dBeast Now 7 years

[@dani-eh3tf]

now 8 years

[@robertbartlett3147]

10 years?!!

[@brelamich]

Did it last 10 years ?

[@E39Source]

These bulbs are still working!

[@khan_xo]

I have a 99 528i and my headlights don't have halos, would I have to modify the the wires if I purchased aftermarket headlights with halos?

[@mahammedetawil208]

id rather stay with the yellow one cuz it’s more fabulous n clear at night

[@JonnyMessiah]

Love your videos and I would love your help?!!

[@Upthevolume2007]

They're actually neither lol, I will link you to a photograph of the wiring/rear of the headlight housing. See if you can work it out. tinyurlDOTcom/n63llz4

[@Lego_Man_0202]

What is the exact brand name or model number of the LED because when I click on the link it says ERROR?

[@E39Source]

These are unbranded and there are no part numbers either. I just search Ebay for "E39 LED halo 6,000k 10w" and buy some that are already in the US.

[@TimoKrausMedia]

Do they have xenon?

[@mrb3673]

I'm a bit confused... there's 4x angel eyes on the E39, but you only changed two bulbs.. Is this some sort of witchcraft?! 🤣

[@E39Source]

Each headlight uses only one bulb to power both rings. They used fiberoptic technology to disperse the light evenly.

[@ayoubbaniahmad5006]

At 4:35 you are completely wrong.

[@Upthevolume2007]

Regarding the main headlight bulbs I also have the OEM yellow bulbs and I was wondering if it is possible to do a straight swap of the bulbs to the white Xenons? Thanks

[@athuld1]

Does it works on 1999 bmw e39 528i

[@Albi.k]

I have a03 525i with the same stock bulb just like in the video andwhen i look in the housing thing where the bulb goes there's something there like a stop, would this light you bought work for fine just like it worked for you?

[@TheArcher1801]

Bought some Cree 60 watt LED's and for some reason, the driver's side bulb won't work. Swapped out the known good bulb with the bulb I thought was bad and that didn't light up either. Hmm.

[@mrkhd7317]

Great video, that was very useful. Thanks.

[@bobagins8579]

GREAT FUCKING VIDEO BRO

[@SPQRiTalian90]

Thanks a lot I'm doing this now for sure

[@nicksantoro6183]

For Regular headlights using the H7 bulbs we now have to switch over to LEDs when using the new headlights ?

[@Ipoditouchreview3r]

hmm i wonder if the e39 i just bought has these... i know they are blueish not yellowish

[@ivorton23]

Replaced mine yesterday with the same set...just noticed the flickering tonight when i turned my key on...kinda freaked me out at first but i guess its normal somehow

[@ratbastard1847]

After 9 years, would you say they are a good product? I’m looking for some quality bulbs.

[@E39Source]

They still work! the $20 Ebay ones are surprisingly good.

[@mariusjagminas847]

+E39Source Hello, I was reading a lot but just get tired... What would you recomend to make the fog lights make look the same bright?? I mean if the led is 5W what would be the most similir brightness option for the fogs? many thanks in advance

[@CBSoldier24]

Dude what part of maryland are you from? we should do a photoshoot, I have a e39 M5 Red... and I have the 10W version of the LED angel eyes.

[@MYLBETOO]

So I have a 01 e39... so if I get those light bulbs from e bay witch one should I get???? And will they fit easily like that with no problems????

[@walidpowerbenz3994]

bmw m5 e 39 is thes best car is seen befor

[@paulwest4478]

You installed LED Angel light bulbs. What was the brand? Do they flicker after they have been on for a while? If so what was the fix

[@Viktoriamo]

Very good DIY.Does it still work or did you already replace one of the led's because it broke?

[@brey93]

So the one bulb lights up 2 rings? Only 2 bulbs total? I have a 2001 bmw 530i

[@E39Source]

Correct

[@JTD19881369]

oddly on a black car i like brighter yellow bulbs... the yellow reminds me of like some sort of panther getting ready to kill some thing... however.... my current e39 is titangrau metallic so ill be going white

[@abecoulter8550]

they are modules not bulbs

[@DawidDuisburgDe]

oryginal ist oryginal

[@Mr82lindo]

I am tempted to go with the 10W version, what do you think worth it or 5W just as good? Also are yours still going strong no error codes and all that jazz? Thanks in adavance.

[@twalker294]

@E39Source I can do that. I just got the ship notice and they should be here Friday so I should be able to have it up this weekend.

[@randyacosta8799]

I saw the link u had provided in the bio isn’t functional any longer. Can you provide an updated one for me to purchase the proper bulbs?

[@E39Source]

I updated the link.

[@randyacosta8799]

@@E39Source y’all are the best ❤ thank you

[@regularperson7]

Could i do this to my '99 5 series even though it doesn't have angel eyes but still has running light

[@fabiandee8178]

Did you find the airbox was in the way when doing the car's right side (N/S for u guize)? I found it made it more fiddly but removing it would be too much work when it's not strictly necessary. I bought the Mtec v3 HIDs which look near identical to these, so I'd expect these are an Mtec copy. The Mtecs come with the wiring harness in bits so you have to assemble it yourself and there are no instructions for this. Red wire on the harness doesn't go to red on the wire socket but to black which is counter intuitive -> trial and error. They are also a PITA to assemble, plug in, and remove/disassemble as everything is such a tight fit. Yours seem to have come preassembled which is much more user friendly and saving of your time. The Mtecs also seem to have an oversized gasket which flops about a bit, and comparing it to the gasket on the original bulb, I think the issue is that it's too soft and stretchy. It comes from the factory looped around different parts of the light to put it under tension which looks ridiculous. Yours seem to be normally designed here which I like. I did note when pulling out the old bulb and installing the LED is that there is a lot of crud around the inside the socket that could do with wiping off with a cloth and some meths or you get a load of dirt all over that nice new gasket straight away.

[@MegaHamez]

I got the same ones for my e39, but like that other comment, I think they were the 3 watt ones... :(

[@ggilreath02161964]

Cool -- thanks man! Should look really good on my 2003 530i

[@ameerjase6630]

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[@deaconeric268]

@Ameer Jase Yup, been watching on InstaFlixxer for months myself =)

[@princeedwin4386]

@Ameer Jase yup, been using instaflixxer for since december myself =)

[@lilf1lthytrezzo]

how many did you buy? two pairs? cuz it looks like the light next to it turn white too.

[@ShanesAutos]

The E39 is my favourite BMW and indeed one of my favourite 4 door saloons, would love to own one some day. Thanks for the videos.

[@lyubomirgeorgiev1465]

So, did you get one mate? Did you made your dream come true?

[@GXPedition460]

I bought that same angle light for my X5, it died after a year later. Went back to the OEM, much better.

[@AKanunnik]

You better replace the adjusters on lenses headlamps... They watch down...

[@Upthevolume2007]

I assume they're not Xenon as they are the same yellow as Colton's bulbs were for his Angel Eyes. Thanks for the info!

[@larrymoya3410]

I'm from T.X cops are kool in my town so i put the blue ones they cost a little bit more $80

[@elioliver9554]

I got mine for $8 from Ali Express 55w dark blue

[@lesetjadiphoko4263]

I would love to put it on my car, thanks for the Video

[@allanbritcher622]

i installed a set of LED for the angel-eyes and although they looked good, they would flicker. Do I need to installed an additional component to rectify this or did I order the wrong bulbs?

[@allanmalbog4559]

LEDs are ordered and awaiting for shipment to arrive. Hopefully gonna look good.

[@g.por-quet2972]

thanks, you were probably right that one of the fiber optics were broken, 'cause i got the same one you have and installed it, and both rings came back on. (between, since one my ring stopped working, I have noticed many bmw with one ring not working... lol)

[@malachicampbell1058]

Hey quick question. I have the angle eye lights but don't have the connector for them. What is the wire connector called?

[@twalker294]

Yep I can't wait to see what they look like. I won't bother with a video since that's been covered but I'll do some before and after pics for sure.

[@e4raf7]

Do you know the manufacturer or part number. I wanna order these.

[@E39Source]

I wish, these things are too generic for that. Searching E39 LED halos on ebay seems to buy the best bet. They're around $30.

[@petya0980]

Update the link please I wanted to get those but wasn't sure which ones were good quality and which ones weren't

[@g.por-quet2972]

hey, what would that mean, if one of the park lights stopped working. since 1 bulb is for both halos, right?

[@icefreeze117]

Is that Ballast for the low beam xenon lights? Also does your car have xenon high beams? Thanks for your time and I'm buying those bulbs today.

[@e39source87]

The ballast is the for the low-bean xenons. High beam xenons didn't come around until the next generation 5 series.

[@icefreeze117]

***** Thanks for the quick reply. I just purchased an E39 today and I am going nuts on upgrades. Real quick, how many watts did the bulbs have? 3W correct? Thanks in advance.

[@Seniorsix]

I used to have an e46 and angel eyes installation on that car was a pain in the ass, I ve recently bought an e39 m5 and angel eyes replacement for it looks as easy as filling a bowl with cereal! Thanks!

[@MYLBETOO]

What watts should I get I seen some that say 3,5,6,10??????

[@BrandonVink]

I have the 60watt version its like the F10 in brightness level

[@klyle83]

Just bought these. Do yours flicker when you start the car?

[@stephenchimenti]

Did these burn out at all. Do they still work good?

[@MYLBETOO]

Thanks u very much.. also what watts should I get ???I seen some that say 5, 6, 10,

[@frank215]

Nice! Too bad for e36's, its not so simple to swap in new AE's.

[@GabrielHernandez-uj9fi]

Got the 530i oem lights but I really want to put these led lights on jst makes it look cleaner

[@CHB94]

Planing to doing this. It really looks... off.. when you look at the car and get a yellow light. Thanks!

[@victorcontreras1783]

Buying a 98 model, I don't know if it comes with angel eyes though. If not, what do I do to install angel eyes?

[@E39Source]

There are ways to open up the pre facelift (97-00) lights to add angel eyes, or you can upgrade to the facelift lights. Search around for ways to open up the pre facelift lights; it's been done before.

[@georgepatton8693]

there is a video up on e39source on how to do it

[@AbrarKhan-up1fq]

i have 2001 bmw 525i,can you guys suggest where to get better quality headlamps as i broke my one.... please.TIA

[@E39Source]

Abrar Khan Buy the OEM headlights either new or in good condition used online, there are no good quality aftermarket headlights that I've seen.

[@mrnajee1]

i looked down below for link for angel eye bulbs but no cigar. can you post a link and do they have a 3k angel eyes bulb? thx

[@BobbyOHearn]

RH Albright www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_odkw=e39+3k+angel+eyes&_osacat=0&_from=R40&_trksid=p2045573.m570.l1313.TR4.TRC0.A0.H0.Xe39+angel+eyes+led.TRS0&_nkw=e39+angel+eyes+led&_sacat=0

[@Makaveli85]

How long did those bulbs last you??

[@E39Source]

I know a lot of people who are using these bulbs, and none of them have failed yet! Some are 7-8 years old and still going strong.

[@sonofab33ch]

no BMW will be easy on the pockets! lol I just turned 18 and own my second e39. They are my absolute favorite. However, I recently bought a 2000 540i and love the power but regret getting rid of the legendary I6. If you decide to go with an E39 defiantly stick with the 6-cyl unless you relieve your stress by playing red-light racer, then I'm all for a 540i or M5. LOL good luck on your purchase man!

[@need4spe3dBeast]

Lol I only like the v8 ones the 6 cylinders don’t do it for me

[@tokolohomokale354]

Definitely getting these 🇿🇦

[@jordanclay5688]

Yeah man. I'm trying to do this to my e39 528 but still trying to find the right price. Any Advice?

[@E39Source]

The angel eye headlights? They are indeed very expensive. To do it right though, they really should be OEMs, which will be around $1300 per set. Then these light bulbs are cheap, only about $30. The aftermarket halo headlights are garbage, don't fit right, and will leak fairly soon.

[@walidpowerbenz3994]

how can i get m5 e39 like this 😫

[@Fernando5455Jr]

Will this work with a 1998 BMW 540i? The car already has OED angel eyes.

[@IvanGomez-ox7tz]

try plasma halos, I recently purchased some for my car and makes them look so much nicer, very bright and eye catchy

[@Germanshepherdbrothers]

Wow I'm definitely going to upgrade my bulbs. Looks really nice!

[@Adamdrew0810]

I bought some of those on eBay and they burned out in 3 months .

[@rcorquiz117]

i bought the cheap ones:/ but once those go out i'll buy these i have the e39 as well

[@e4raf7]

so are the angels still working? I am looking into these for my e39, but I cant differentiate on Ebay which ones to buy

[@E39Source]

They are still working! Over a year old, and no problems whatsoever.

[@stephenchimenti]

Also I have halo headlights will this work?

[@e39source87]

If they look like Colton's in the video, yes. 2001+ cars have these headlights. His set is still the original one he put in, and it works fine still!

[@stephenchimenti]

***** Sweet!!! cant wait to install these

[@youpharaoh]

I've 99 E39 can i change the headlight with the angel eyes one or it's impossible ???

[@E39Source]

Yes, it is possible. You just need to watch the video published about two months ago showing how to update a 2000 M5 from the old to new style lights, the modifications are actually quite simple.

[@65GS4L]

I have a 98 e39 528i and i want angel eyes would it be cheaper to buy all new headlights that have them in, or find used ones from an e39 that does have them?

[@BobbyOHearn]

Simon2x If you stick with OEM headlights, it would be cheaper to buy used, but you should find ones with the adjusters in good shape. You can also purchase angel eyes that go inside your current lights.

[@corporalflores]

Dude.. thanks! I change mine out with your help. Thank again.

[@AliPawan]

How much W are these?

[@DaChosenOne2468]

Looks great! I wish BMW kept it this simple to replace in the e60. I own a 2010 528i and it was very annoying to replace the angel eye bulbs. However i did do it and am very happy with it!

[@paulie3jobs]

Great video, planning on doing this to my 2001. Can't decide on wattage or manufacturer. Ideally, I'd like to get ones that are as bright as the current model's OEM angel eyes

[@ZeroSpirit22]

i just bought my bmw e39 523i and when i change the different modes with light i can only have the "half light" or dimmers together with the angel eyes how do i get only the angels to be lit up?

[@e39source87]

I think you're referring to the common daytime running lights as they may be called on some E39s. The brights are on on lower power all of the time... I don't know why. None of our cars on E39Source were programmed like that, so I'm not sure what that's about. It may need to have the light control module re-programmed by a BMW dealer.

[@martens1710]

are they xenon bulbs?

[@E39Source]

The angel eyes themselves use one LED bulb per side. The car does have Xenon headlights, yes.

[@Consoft04]

Great Video and I see you are really nice about answering questions. I have a 2000 M5 E39 BMW preface lifted Headlights. I like the look of these, but the light bulbs in low beams are shit. I would like to upgrade the bulbs, High, low, and side bulbs without changing the look of the headlamps. I have seen tons of videos on how to facelift the headlights, but none on how to keep them OEM and change the bulbs. Please let me know if you have any suggestion. Thanks Chris

[@E39Source]

Assuming you have xenons, if you replace the bulbs with fresh OEM, they are really astounding headlights. Great light throw and super bright. These are some of the best headlights that BMW has ever made, I feel. Yours may be old and dim (yellowed or pink) or poorly aimed. Make sure that yours are adjusted properly (and that the lights don't have broken adjusters, making them impossible to aim properly).