So I wasn't happy with the stock HID bulbs that came with my car, so I went ahead and swapped them.
These are the ones I got:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/ (commissions earned)
While the stock lights offer decent brightness, they still look yellowish to me, and I am used to the 5000k HID's I had in my Axela. The blue tinted white light is easier on my eyes and I do not feel tired as I used to when I drove with regular 3300-4300k bulbs.
The bulbs were not easy to swap because I have large hands and forearms, but the access space is there if you are willing to try. First, I would strongly recommend disconnecting the battery for safety's sake, because there are alot of high voltage warning labels.
After doing so, I removed the waterproof lid, just twisting it counter-clockwise. Then I disconnected the HID connector, also twisting and pulling off. Lastly, two clips hold the bulb in place, you can pretty much feel it there, but I used a small mirror for clarification.
Reverse the process to finish up, and viola!
Stock bulb:
New bulb:
Light/color comparison: (left is stock, right is new)
All completed.
Bulb Housing Cover, this is a plastic piece that you turn counter-clockwise to take off.
Cover removed
View inside with cover removed
Close up of the ballast plug
Video
Quick lunch time vid I shot on my Droid Razr Maxx. I just wanted to show what everything looks like inside. I was unable to do a full replacement at the time.
Original post located at: http://bit.ly/NIPUQJ
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***Disclaimer*** This video is for informational purposes only. I am not responsible for your actions. Make sure to disconnect the battery before replacing the Xenon bulbs.
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Anyway, I went with the 6000k, and so far after driving at night in the pitch black roads of upstate NY, I am convinced that this works for me.
I know some of you will say that the "lumen output is lower" or "it's not as bright as the stock ones" but I am happy with it.
I will be changing the DRL bulbs next...
These are the ones I got:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/ (commissions earned)
While the stock lights offer decent brightness, they still look yellowish to me, and I am used to the 5000k HID's I had in my Axela. The blue tinted white light is easier on my eyes and I do not feel tired as I used to when I drove with regular 3300-4300k bulbs.
The bulbs were not easy to swap because I have large hands and forearms, but the access space is there if you are willing to try. First, I would strongly recommend disconnecting the battery for safety's sake, because there are alot of high voltage warning labels.
After doing so, I removed the waterproof lid, just twisting it counter-clockwise. Then I disconnected the HID connector, also twisting and pulling off. Lastly, two clips hold the bulb in place, you can pretty much feel it there, but I used a small mirror for clarification.
Reverse the process to finish up, and viola!
Stock bulb:
New bulb:
Light/color comparison: (left is stock, right is new)
All completed.
Bulb Housing Cover, this is a plastic piece that you turn counter-clockwise to take off.
Cover removed
View inside with cover removed
Close up of the ballast plug
Video
Quick lunch time vid I shot on my Droid Razr Maxx. I just wanted to show what everything looks like inside. I was unable to do a full replacement at the time.
Original post located at: http://bit.ly/NIPUQJ
__________________________________________________ ___________________
***Disclaimer*** This video is for informational purposes only. I am not responsible for your actions. Make sure to disconnect the battery before replacing the Xenon bulbs.
__________________________________________________ ___________________
Anyway, I went with the 6000k, and so far after driving at night in the pitch black roads of upstate NY, I am convinced that this works for me.
I know some of you will say that the "lumen output is lower" or "it's not as bright as the stock ones" but I am happy with it.
I will be changing the DRL bulbs next...
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