Dorman 601-189 High Intensity Discharge (HID) Lighting Ballast

Dorman HID Ballast for BMW Lighting Repair

Dorman 601-189 is a high-intensity discharge lighting ballast built to match the fit and performance of the original unit on select BMW vehicles. It restores proper headlight operation when the factory HID ballast fails, helping return consistent exterior lighting performance.

• OE-style replacement for BMW HID headlight systems
• Complete control module replacement type
• Aluminum body with silver finish
• 1 connector, 8 terminals, blade terminal type
• Direct replacement part number 601-189

Fitment and Application

Compatible with select BMW models across 2006-2019 applications, including BMW 118i, 220i, 230i, 740i, 750i, X1, Z4, and more. This part cross-references BMW 63117237647 for the same application.

• Fits 2018-2019 BMW 118i, N/A
• Fits 2012-2015 BMW 118i, N/A
• Fits 2014-2019 BMW 220i, N/A
• Fits 2017-2019 BMW 230i, N/A
• Fits 2017-2019 BMW 230i xDrive, N/A
• Fits 2016-2019 BMW 740i, N/A
• Fits 2010 BMW 740i, N/A
• Fits 2017-2019 BMW 740i xDrive, N/A
• Fits 2016-2019 BMW 750i, N/A
• Fits 2016-2019 BMW 750i xDrive, N/A
• Fits 2016-2019 BMW 750Li, N/A
• Fits 2017-2019 BMW 750Li xDrive, N/A
• Fits 2017-2019 BMW M240i, N/A
• Fits 2017-2019 BMW M240i xDrive, N/A
• Fits 2018-2019 BMW M5, N/A
• Fits 2018-2019 BMW M550i xDrive, N/A
• Fits 2013-2019 BMW X1, N/A
• Fits 2009-2016 BMW Z4, N/A, Control Module

What It Helps Fix

• Headlights that do not turn on
• Intermittent HID lighting operation
• Dim or unstable low-beam output
• Faults caused by a failed ballast or control module
• Lighting issues on BMW HID-equipped front lighting systems

Installation Notes

Verify the original ballast connector style, terminal count, and mounting dimensions before installation. The aluminum housing measures 3.7 inches long, 3.1 inches wide, and 0.8 inch thick, and the unit uses one connector with blade terminals. No wiring harness or installation hardware is included.

Quality Assurance

Dorman designs this HID ballast to match original fit and performance for specified BMW applications. The part is built as a complete control module replacement for restoring factory-style headlight function.