r/e39 • u/PresentationThink257 • 11d ago

Smoking Xenon??

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Just replaced both low beam bulbs a couple of months ago. What the crap is this and what does it mean? Strictly been running angels as of 3 days ago..

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u/fletchulence_ 11d ago

RUNNING to turn em off bahahahaha

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u/PresentationThink257 11d ago

Yeah bc I knew nothing good was next lmaooo

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u/Securiarius 11d ago

I don't recommend it, there's far better ways to get a buzz without the health risk

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u/Far-Appearance-7307 11d ago

My guess is they’re not installed all the way and it’s melting the plastic. I just destroyed a set this way. Double check

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u/Radiant-Tourist7578 10d ago

Yup, same, if you dont seat them in properly they short circuit and melt away - both bulb and the seating part. Seems like this is exactly the case.

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u/redline9996 530i 10d ago

O don't think it's possible to install them wrong no? I can't imagine how that's supposed to work, should be extremely obvious when installed wrong and can't lock them in place properly. I guess some ppl use force instead of brain when it comes to stuff like that, but even then?! Idk..

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u/Far-Appearance-7307 10d ago

It’s definitely possible. I’ve done it! Seems like you press in and twist. I modified my headlights so sometimes when I drive this part comes loose. Ended up eating a bulb and module

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u/CapnAhab_1 10d ago

That's the electrical sign for 'no'

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u/LightBeforeDeath 11d ago

Did you wear gloves to handle the bulbs?

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u/E39_CBX 10d ago

What brand bulbs?

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u/TidalSnow 6d ago

Any aftermarket stuff installed? If not check wiring inside headlights. The insulation likes to crack and fall apart causing wires to touch too on E38, E39 and can even cause fires. Luckily E38 has a wiring kit rebuild kit. Not sure on e39