D2S D2R Replacement Ballast HID Xenon Controller Universal Type
Restore the brilliant xenon output of your European luxury or sports car without paying the "dealership tax." This Premium Replacement D2 HID Ballast offers OEM-level performance, fitting a wide range of legends from the BMW E39 to the Porsche 911, ensuring your night vision is crisp, clear, and reliable.
Restore Your Night Vision Without the Dealership Markup
Driving a precision machine like a BMW 5-Series, an Audi RS6, or a Lamborghini Murcielago is about the experience, but maintaining them can be a financial headache—especially when a headlight component fails. When your factory Hella or Philips ballast dies, the dealer often quotes an astronomical price for a simple replacement. You shouldn't have to choose between driving in the dark and emptying your wallet.
This Aftermarket Replacement D2S/D2R Ballast is the intelligent solution for the DIY enthusiast. Engineered to match the exact specifications of the original 5DV series units, it powers your HID bulbs with the correct 35W output for stable, flicker-free illumination. Whether you are restoring a classic E38 7-Series or keeping a Ferrari 360 road-worthy, this unit gets your lights back on at a fraction of the cost of an OEM box.
Key Features at a Glance
- True OEM Alternative: Specifically designed to replace the Hella 5DV 007 760 series ballasts found in many late 90s and early 2000s European vehicles.
- Plug-and-Play Precision: Connects directly to your existing wiring harness and D2S or D2R bulbs without the need for wire cutting, splicing, or soldering.
- Certified Performance: CE Certified to ensure safe operation, delivering a steady 35 watts to prolong the life of your xenon bulbs.
- Universal D2 Compatibility: flawlessly powers both D2S (Projector) and D2R (Reflector) HID bulb types.
How It's Used: Installation & Critical Verification
CRITICAL INSTALLATION WARNING: Visual Verification Required.
Before purchasing, you MUST remove your headlight and visually compare your existing ballast connector to the product images. Ballast designs vary even within the same model year.
Once verified, installation is straightforward. This unit is designed to mount in the factory location (usually on the bottom or back of the headlight housing). It utilizes the standard 12V input from your car and outputs the high voltage required to ignite the xenon gas. Simply unplug your dead unit, swap the D2 connector to the bulb, and plug the new ballast in. It is a direct swap that brings your headlight back to life instantly.
Product Durability & Build Quality
HID systems operate at high voltages and generate significant heat. A cheap ballast can fry your wiring or kill expensive bulbs. This replacement unit is built with high-quality internal components designed to withstand the thermal cycles of an engine bay. It mimics the warm-up time and operational stability of the original Hella unit, ensuring that your lights fire up every time you turn the switch, even in freezing conditions.
Your Benefits at a Glance
- Massive Savings: Achieve the same lighting performance for significantly less than the dealership part counter price.
- Safety Restored: Eliminate the danger of driving with a "cyclops" headlight.
- Preserve Your Classic: Keep your vintage luxury car on the road with parts that fit right and work right.
Extra Info & Specifications
Replaces Part Numbers:
- Hella / Philips Interchange: 5DV 007 760-41, 5DV 007 760-21, 5DV 007 760-05, 5DV 007 760-15, 5DV 007 760-07, 5DV 007 760-63, 5DV 007 760-01, 5DV 007 760-71, 5DV 007 760-29
- BMW: 63 12 8 386 708, 63 12 8 387 114
- Opel/GM: 90 565 932
- Audi: 4BO 941 471
- Other: 185554, LVQ 212-L300
Known Vehicle Fitment:
- Audi: A6 / RS6 (1999-2004)
- BMW: 7 Series E38 (1999-2001), 5 Series E39 (1998-2003), X5 E53 (2000-2003)
- Porsche: 911 / 996 (Turbo, GT2, GT3, Carrera 4/4S) (1999-2005)
- Mercedes-Benz: E-Class W210 (1999-2002), CLK W208 (1998-2002)
- Ferrari: 360 Modena (1999-2005), Enzo
- Lamborghini: Murcielago (2002-2010), Gallardo (2004-2008)
- Cadillac: Catera (2000-2001)