DIY: OBC Light Bulbs - Make your own

[stilljester]

Hi Everyone - Well the OBC in my wagon didn't work when I bought it. It became quickly obvious that all it needed were new bulbs. So I called BMW and nearly fell out of my chair when they told me $5.10 a piece. So I made my own.

You will need:
Soldering Gun
Cutting Pliers
Small Awl
2721 1.2W Bulbs

Step 1 – Pickup these bulbs at your local parts place – These were $1.98 for the set of two. Bulb # 2721 is the correct size and wattage.


Step 2 – Remove your old blown bulbs


Step 3 – Use the small awl and push down and forward on the two small tabs which secure the bulb to the housing.


Step 4 – Your removed bulb will look like this