Standard Ignition HID151 High Intensity Discharge (HID) Lighting Ballast

HID ballast for Mercedes-Benz exterior lighting

Standard Ignition HID151 is a high intensity discharge lighting ballast used in select Mercedes-Benz applications. It is built with a female connector, one connector cavity, a male blade-and-pin terminal interface, and one terminal connection for direct replacement use in the vehicle lighting system.

Compatible With 2013-2014 Mercedes-Benz GL450 and 2013-2014 Mercedes-Benz SL550, as well as 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL65 AMG. If you are searching for a Mercedes-Benz GL450 HID ballast replacement or a Mercedes-Benz SL550 HID lighting ballast, HID151 is the direct-fit part number to reference.

• High Intensity Discharge (HID) lighting ballast for exterior lighting repair
• Female connector with one connector opening
• Male terminal design with blade and pin terminal type
• Direct replacement reference for Standard Ignition HID151
• Cross-references OE-style part numbers 1668203689 and HDB151 for the same application

Detailed product overview

This HID ballast regulates the electrical output needed to operate HID headlamp systems in the listed Mercedes-Benz vehicles. Standard Ignition HID151 is specified for 2013-2014 Mercedes-Benz GL450, 2013-2014 Mercedes-Benz SL550, and 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL65 AMG, making it a focused solution for exterior lighting service where the original ballast has failed or become unreliable. The connector and terminal configuration should be matched to the vehicle’s existing harness before installation.

Common issues this part can address

• One headlamp not illuminating on HID-equipped Mercedes-Benz models
• Intermittent HID lamp operation after startup
• Flickering or unstable HID headlight output
• No ballast response during headlamp activation
• Lighting fault caused by ballast failure in the headlamp circuit

Installation notes and tips

Verify the original ballast connector style, terminal layout, and vehicle application before replacement. Because HID systems operate at high voltage, disconnect the battery and follow factory service procedures before servicing the lighting circuit. Confirm that the replacement ballast matches the existing mounting and electrical interface on the vehicle.

Quality assurance

Standard Ignition is a recognized aftermarket brand for electrical and ignition service parts. HID151 is cataloged for the listed Mercedes-Benz applications and should be selected by part number and vehicle fitment to support accurate repair planning.