Arrow-DRL LED Headlights — BMW 3 Series (F30/F31)
Full LED Conversion with Switchable White/Yellow Arrow-DRL — Halogen, Xenon & LED Models — 2012–2018
BMW F30 Sedan • F31 Touring • 320i • 328i • 330i • 335i • 340i • Pre-LCI & LCI • 2012–2018
The Arrow-DRL is BMW's sharpest current lighting signature — the angular strip that defines the face of the M4 and 4 Series (G82/G22). These headlights bring that design language to the F30, where the body lines were already pointing in this direction. The front end stops looking a generation behind and starts reading as something deliberate.
This is a complete lighting conversion. Bi-LED projectors replace whatever your car currently has — halogen reflectors, pre-LCI xenon, or LCI factory LED. Adaptive (AFS) xenon cars are fully supported. Every LED driver and control module comes pre-installed. Just select your factory headlight type at checkout — we handle the rest.
E-Marked (ECE) — road-legal in White DRL mode. Includes integrated auto-leveling.
Note: Does not fit the F34 Gran Turismo (GT) — different headlight housing shape.
Step 1 — Select Your Factory Headlight Type
We manufacture a dedicated version for each factory configuration. If you have adaptive (AFS) xenon, the standard xenon version covers you.
Factory Halogen
Pre-LCI & LCI (2012–2018)
Halogen reflector housing. Plug-and-play. No coding.
Factory Xenon (incl. AFS)
Pre-LCI (2012–2015)
Standard and adaptive xenon. Plug-and-play. No coding.
Factory LED
LCI (2016–2018)
Factory LED models. Plug-and-play. No coding.
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DRL Color Switching
Flash your high beams 5 times in quick succession to toggle the Arrow-DRL between White (~6,000K) and Yellow (~3,000K). The headlight retains your selection through ignition cycles. No apps, no wiring — just the high-beam lever.
White DRL is the E-Marked road-legal mode. Yellow is switchable for personal use — White mode should be active for inspections.
How These Are Built
Halogen, Xenon & LED — Zero Coding
The F30 shipped with three headlight systems across its production run — halogen reflectors, bi-xenon projectors (standard and adaptive AFS), and LCI factory LED. We manufacture a dedicated version for each one with the correct internal electronics for your harness. Adaptive xenon cars are fully supported under the standard xenon version. No coding, no error codes, no adapters.
Ships Complete — Nothing to Transfer
Every assembly includes all LED drivers and control electronics pre-installed. No xenon ballasts to move, no D1S bulbs to source, no ignitors to carry over. Your factory headlights stay intact.
Bi-LED Projectors with Auto-Leveling
High-output Bi-LED projectors replace the factory optics entirely. Sharp cutoff line, wide coverage, instant-on with no warm-up delay. The integrated auto-leveling motor adjusts beam height based on vehicle load.
E-Marked (ECE)
Every unit carries ECE certification covering the full assembly — housing, projector optics, and beam pattern. Road-legal in White DRL mode for TÜV, MOT, and EU periodic inspections.
Sealed Construction
ABS housings with PMMA lenses, sealed against moisture at every joint. Every pair is bench-tested before shipping.
2-Year Warranty
Two years of coverage from delivery date.
Installation
A straightforward headlight swap requiring front bumper removal — standard on the F30 platform. No wiring modifications, no coding on any version. Allow 2–3 hours.
- Remove the front bumper to access the headlight mounting bolts.
- Unbolt the factory headlights and disconnect the main harness plug.
- Plug the new headlight into your factory harness.
- Test before reassembly — verify low beam, high beam, Arrow-DRL, indicators, and DRL color switching (5× flash).
- Reinstall the bumper, align beam height using the integrated adjusters.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. The F30 Sedan and F31 Touring share identical headlight mounting points and connectors.
No. The F34 GT uses a different headlight housing shape that is not compatible with F30/F31 headlights.
Not at all. The xenon version covers both standard and adaptive AFS xenon. The internal electronics handle the AFS harness natively — no coding, no error codes. Just select "xenon" at checkout.
The factory LCI LED headlights use the previous-generation DRL design. These assemblies replace it with the Arrow-DRL from BMW's current design language and add switchable White/Yellow DRL capability — something the factory units don't offer.
Nothing. Every component is pre-installed — LED drivers, projector modules, DRL electronics, leveling motor. Your factory headlights stay fully intact.
Yes. The integrated leveling motor adjusts beam height based on vehicle load — the same auto-leveling behavior as your factory headlights.
Yes, if you're comfortable removing the front bumper on the F30. Standard hand tools and about 2–3 hours. No lift required.
Technical Specifications
| Light Source | Bi-LED Projectors (Low + High Beam) |
|---|---|
| DRL Design | Arrow-DRL — switchable White (~6,000K) / Yellow (~3,000K) |
| DRL Switching | Flash high beams 5× to toggle |
| Auto-Leveling | Integrated leveling motor |
| Operating Voltage | 12V DC |
| Housing Material | ABS + PMMA Lens |
| Certification | E-Mark (ECE) |
| Compatibility | F30 Sedan · F31 Touring · Halogen, Xenon (incl. AFS) & LCI LED · 2012–2018 |
| Not Compatible | F34 Gran Turismo (GT) |
| Sold As | Pair (Left + Right) |
| Warranty | 2 Years |
