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Old Dec 9, 2009 | 08:25 PM
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Hey everyone.

I'm having a problem with my driver's side headlight. When you turn the headlights on, they both warm up okay, then the driver's side fades down to a dull purple color.

I am not familiar with HID headlight systems, but is this a problem with the bulb, or the ballast? There's no flickering at all. I'm thinking it's the bulb, but I wanted to make sure before I go and buy one.

Thanks!

PS - Here's what the headlights look like at normal operation.

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Old Dec 10, 2009 | 08:44 AM
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Why don't you switch the bulb over from the other side and see? I'd say bulb but it's always good to make sure first.
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Old Dec 10, 2009 | 05:08 PM
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bulb is going out
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