Solution For Non Retacting Headlights After Hid Install
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From: Bethpage NY
St. Jude Donor '09
Solution For Non Retacting Headlights After Hid Install
I think I solved the DOOR WONT GO DOWN PROBLEM with the HID install, The problem is the computer wont drop the lights due to a difference in wattage from the stock lights to the new bulbs, stock lights are 55 watts and hid bulbs are 35 watts. The solution I found was to wire a blinker bulb and holder directly in to the harness that runs from the headlight harness to the balast, thats the one that unplugs from your original stock bulb so there is no confusion, the holder i purchased had 2 wires attached to it, i took one wire and connected it to the + wire of the harness that runs from the balast to the vehicles stock harness,(RED) and took the remaining wire and connected it to a grounding point in the pocket the headlight assembly drops into (I used the bolt that holds the hinge for the hood), make sure you put a bulb in the holder and when your headlights are on the bulb should be lit that how you will know that it is installed properly,the bulb i used was a 7 watt blinker bulb, you dont want to go too high or you will run into the same problem. I took plenty of pictures and i would be more than happy to help over the phone if you want to call. I hope this helps you out with this problem good luck !!! PM me if this solution works for you!!!JOE
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I applaud your ingenuity in coming up with this solution.
I still feel that HIDs need a battery sourced relay harness like any quality aftermarket lighting set. My ACA set came with a separate wiring harness for each side. So following that example I installed one for my HID fog lights as well. For me, using a harness resolved all the odd issues with my HID kit.
I still feel that HIDs need a battery sourced relay harness like any quality aftermarket lighting set. My ACA set came with a separate wiring harness for each side. So following that example I installed one for my HID fog lights as well. For me, using a harness resolved all the odd issues with my HID kit.
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Joined: Nov 2007
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From: Bethpage NY
St. Jude Donor '09
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its an easy solution for a big problem that comes along with buying cheaper hid sets, im getting alot of pms from cf members letting me know that this is working for them. PM me if you had success with this process.
