HID Ballast replacement
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Is 250 Second Gen
Everything I have read on here says people have been unable to just by the ballast because Lexus only sells the whole headlight assembly. But I used to work at a local Toyota dealership and am fully aware of the carry over of Toyota and Lexus part #'s. So I called my guys, and he and I did some digging... bingo. No need to buy the whole headlight assembly from Lexus! The above listed parts #'s change over, so we can buy the OEM Denso/Koito ballasts from the link i put up. $120 vs $1600... I know my choice!
- Hello , I read and reread, but besides the part number list,I couldn't find the link or an actual part number for only the ballast, not the whole headlight assembly. Do you know the part number for just the ballast on a 2007 Lexus Is 250? I would appreciate the information,as I can't find any correct information.
- Thank You.
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I have a 2009 lexus IS250 in need of a ballast replacement. Currently being quoted $2000 because the dealership doesn’t sell the ballast alone. I have had a bad experience with the cheaper D4S bulbs (had to replace after one year) i wanted to know what the best option for the ballast replacement.
Nevermind! It's compatible. I called Denso and the verified that the "Parts No. KDLT003 and DDLT003 are the same part. The Larger number specifies what vehicle they went to.
Lexus HID Headlight Ballast (Inverter Unit/Control Unit Module HID Box/ ECU Transformer)
Part numbers: TOYOTA
85967–52020
39000-78515
3900078515
85967-33030
8596733030
39000-78258
3900078258
85967-51051
8596751051
Will fit:
2006-2009 Lexus GS300 GS350 GS450 GS460
2007-2011 Lexus ES350
2006-2011 Lexus IS250 / IS350
2008-2011 Lexus IS-F
2007-2011 Lexus LS460
2008-2011 Lexus LS600h
2010-2011 Lexus RX350
2010-2011 Lexus RX450h
2006-2010 Lexus SC430
2006-2009 Toyota Avalon
2007-2008 Toyota Solara
2009-2011 Toyota Venza
2006-2009 Toyota Prius
Lexus HID Headlight Ballast (Inverter Unit/Control Unit Module HID Box/ ECU Transformer)
Part numbers: TOYOTA
85967–52020
39000-78515
3900078515
85967-33030
8596733030
39000-78258
3900078258
85967-51051
8596751051
Will fit:
2006-2009 Lexus GS300 GS350 GS450 GS460
2007-2011 Lexus ES350
2006-2011 Lexus IS250 / IS350
2008-2011 Lexus IS-F
2007-2011 Lexus LS460
2008-2011 Lexus LS600h
2010-2011 Lexus RX350
2010-2011 Lexus RX450h
2006-2010 Lexus SC430
2006-2009 Toyota Avalon
2007-2008 Toyota Solara
2009-2011 Toyota Venza
2006-2009 Toyota Prius
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The ballast on my left side has died. Has anyone bypassed the ballast and installed an LED bulb? I know it is possible, but you have to have access to the cables going into the ballast.
I am not technically very competent. "Dammit Jim, I'm a tax lawyer, not an engineer!" I spent 3 hours just getting the bulb out and transferring it to the other connection to confirm that it still worked.
I'd love to have non-Xenon bulbs and not have to worry about the ballast going bad. I am going to have to pay a mechanic to do this and it will cost me a helluva lot less if he does not have to remove the front bumper.
I am not technically very competent. "Dammit Jim, I'm a tax lawyer, not an engineer!" I spent 3 hours just getting the bulb out and transferring it to the other connection to confirm that it still worked.
I'd love to have non-Xenon bulbs and not have to worry about the ballast going bad. I am going to have to pay a mechanic to do this and it will cost me a helluva lot less if he does not have to remove the front bumper.
The ballast on my left side has died. Has anyone bypassed the ballast and installed an LED bulb? I know it is possible, but you have to have access to the cables going into the ballast.
I am not technically very competent. "Dammit Jim, I'm a tax lawyer, not an engineer!" I spent 3 hours just getting the bulb out and transferring it to the other connection to confirm that it still worked.
I'd love to have non-Xenon bulbs and not have to worry about the ballast going bad. I am going to have to pay a mechanic to do this and it will cost me a helluva lot less if he does not have to remove the front bumper.
I am not technically very competent. "Dammit Jim, I'm a tax lawyer, not an engineer!" I spent 3 hours just getting the bulb out and transferring it to the other connection to confirm that it still worked.
I'd love to have non-Xenon bulbs and not have to worry about the ballast going bad. I am going to have to pay a mechanic to do this and it will cost me a helluva lot less if he does not have to remove the front bumper.
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Well, mechanic confirmed the ballast is bad. $500 or so to replace one. Did not ask for the price for both. I also asked about repairing the AFS auto leveling system. They said it is built into the assembly. Cost of replacing both headlight assemblies was $3,200 and change. Uh...no. They are looking for aftermarket headlight assemblies. Oh...and the headlamp assemblies don't include the ballast or bulbs...so add $500 to that (or is it $1000 for two ballasts). Sheesh.
Anyone care to make recommendations?
Anyone care to make recommendations?
Last edited by Hugh9591; Aug 23, 2024 at 02:15 PM.
Well, mechanic confirmed the ballast is bad. $500 or so to replace one. Did not ask for the price for both. I also asked about repairing the AFS auto leveling system. They said it is built into the assembly. Cost of replacing both headlight assemblies was $3,200 and change. Uh...no. They are looking for aftermarket headlight assemblies. Oh...and the headlamp assemblies don't include the ballast or bulbs...so add $500 to that (or is it $1000 for two ballasts). Sheesh.
Anyone care to make recommendations?
Anyone care to make recommendations?
My suggestion is to bite the bullet and do a DIY.
It’s intimidating but doable with some basic tools (sockets, wrenches and picks for clips).
For me, having my 07 GS around for almost 15 years, new headlights are not a good investment nor did I want aftermarket since I wasn’t sure about light output and longevity of non-OEM lights. Also, I’d disable the AFS function and call it a day, I dont find it very useful anyways
Last edited by msgs350; Aug 23, 2024 at 08:58 PM.
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Well, I would not get much trading it in and I just spent a modest amount on new wheels and tires. Better the devil you know. I miss my old 99 Audi A4. I never had surprising, simple, super expensive repairs like this.
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Ballast and auto-leveler dead
Auto leveler on driver's side broke and caused vibration. The cost of new Lexus headlamp assemblies is cost prohibitive. Repair shop called to say they will install parts that I choose to buy. Very odd. I can buy components at a site they recommended for about $700 per side plus cost of ballast.
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