Dorman 601-065 xenon lighting ballast for the 2012-2017 BMW 650i and other vehicles feeds and regulates power to the HID headlight bulb. It is a direct replacement for a ballast that has failed from a voltage surge in the electrical system, and it is intended to get the headlight working again.
- Part of the Dorman OE Solutions line
- Aluminum body, 4 in long, 3 in wide and 1 in thick
- Pin-type terminals: 5 terminals and 2 connectors
- Complete control module replacement type
Quick facts
- Part: Dorman 601-065 xenon lighting ballast
- Fits: 2012-2017 BMW 650i and other vehicles
- Material: Aluminum
- Condition: New
A failing ballast can show up as a headlight that flickers, cuts out or stays dark. These signs alone do not prove the ballast is the problem, since a worn HID bulb is another common culprit. This listing is one ballast, and the 2012-2017 BMW 650i takes two.
Fits
This ballast is listed for a wide range of BMW, Mercedes-Benz, Mini and Volvo models, including the 2012-2017 BMW 640i and the 2013-2017 BMW 640i Gran Coupe. It is a direct-fit replacement for these vehicles.
Specifications
Fit and size
- Quantity per vehicle: 2
- Body length: 4 in
- Body width: 3 in
- Body thickness: 1 in
- Terminals: 5, pin type
- Connectors: 2
Build and materials
- Body material: Aluminum
- Replacement type: Complete control module
- Condition: New
- Country of origin: China
In the box
One high-intensity discharge igniter. The wiring harness and installation hardware are not included.
Interchange: 63117356250 · 63127255724 · A1669002800 · HID140 · HID145 · R66059 · R66036 · R66053 · 31297423
This part cross-references / interchanges with the following part numbers:
63117356250, 63127255724, A1669002800, HID140, HID145, R66059, R66036, R66053, 31297423
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the Dorman 601-065 xenon lighting ballast fit the 2012-2017 BMW 640i?
Yes. Dorman 601-065 is listed for the 2012-2017 BMW 640i. If your car is not named here, look up your year and model in the "Vehicles it fits" section on this page.
What comes in the box with the Dorman 601-065 ballast?
The package contents are one high-intensity discharge igniter. The wiring harness and installation hardware are not included.
Is the body of the Dorman 601-065 ballast made of aluminum?
Yes. Dorman 601-065 has an aluminum body measuring about 4 inches long, 3 inches wide and 1 inch thick, with 5 pin-type terminals and 2 connectors.
How do I check whether my xenon lighting ballast is why a headlight flickers?
A headlight that flickers, cuts out or will not light can be signs of a failing ballast. HID circuits run on high voltage, so have a shop test the ballast rather than probing it yourself.
Does Dorman 601-065 replace part number 63117356250?
Yes. 63117356250 is one of the other numbers this Dorman 601-065 ballast replaces, along with others such as HID140 and R66059.
