2011 ISx50 HEADLIGHTS VS 2012 ISx50 HEADLIGHTS - Differences Exposed
Racer
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so i had the bubbling issue on my '11 IS when i first looked at it sometime in 2011 (maybe october or even earlier), it wasnt as bad as some members here. but im looking at my headlights now and the bubbling issue isnt very visible but theres a very small hint of where the bubble used to be.... you think i can still have my headlights changed under the TSB? anyone who replies to this, thank you in advance.
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so i had the bubbling issue on my '11 IS when i first looked at it sometime in 2011 (maybe october or even earlier), it wasnt as bad as some members here. but im looking at my headlights now and the bubbling issue isnt very visible but theres a very small hint of where the bubble used to be.... you think i can still have my headlights changed under the TSB? anyone who replies to this, thank you in advance.
Racer
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a bit OFF TOPIC but if anyone could answer me, itd be greatly appreciated. I had a coworker tell me today that they saw the 2012 ISx50 on the road and i asked him how he knew that it was a 2012 model and he said that the rear was different, specifically the tail lights... can anyone link me or just tell me the differences other than the LEDs being brighter for 2012 models...THANK YOU IN ADVANCE.
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maybe you guys can help me so i had the bubblig problem also on my 2011 is 250, the dealer said yes to switching but i dont think hes giving me the 2012, he told me there getting the same light as on the car nothing different. do you think its the 2012 or would they give me a 2011 and have this same problem all over again you know. tell me what you think i should say CL members to the lexus dealership.
Racer
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maybe you guys can help me so i had the bubblig problem also on my 2011 is 250, the dealer said yes to switching but i dont think hes giving me the 2012, he told me there getting the same light as on the car nothing different. do you think its the 2012 or would they give me a 2011 and have this same problem all over again you know. tell me what you think i should say CL members to the lexus dealership.
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FYI for All...
maybe you guys can help me so i had the bubblig problem also on my 2011 is 250, the dealer said yes to switching but i dont think hes giving me the 2012, he told me there getting the same light as on the car nothing different. do you think its the 2012 or would they give me a 2011 and have this same problem all over again you know. tell me what you think i should say CL members to the lexus dealership.
The OLD 2011 headlight part numbers are toast...
When they order you the new replacement 2011 / 2012 headlight housings for your 2011 IS..
..They will AUTOMATICALLY receive the newest replacement parts, which have the new improvements..
Lack of dealer employee training is the issue your having right now.
Regards,
Joe Z
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I had the TSB headlamps installed today on my 2009 IS350. (Great customer service from Sewell, by the way, in sending me the replacements). Here are a few things I noticed:
1. The 2012 LEDs do appear whiter as everyone mentioned, but slightly less bright to my eyes. With the old LEDs, I had to nearly close my eyes when looking at them directly they were so bright. The new LEDs I can look at straight on and not bother my eyes as much.
2. The material covering over the top of the round HID headlamp 'hump' is now a very dark, pebbly black/grey color. On the old lights, this material was plain black.
3. I noticed some very small dust particles in my headlamps before they were ever installed and am not sure how they got there.
Also, unrelated to the LEDs: When I turn on my lights, my bulbs do not seem to level (I don't see the movement of the light beam on my garage wall). I'll call the installer tomorrow and see if he did not connect the auto-leveling feature - does anyone know what is causing this?
1. The 2012 LEDs do appear whiter as everyone mentioned, but slightly less bright to my eyes. With the old LEDs, I had to nearly close my eyes when looking at them directly they were so bright. The new LEDs I can look at straight on and not bother my eyes as much.
2. The material covering over the top of the round HID headlamp 'hump' is now a very dark, pebbly black/grey color. On the old lights, this material was plain black.
3. I noticed some very small dust particles in my headlamps before they were ever installed and am not sure how they got there.
Also, unrelated to the LEDs: When I turn on my lights, my bulbs do not seem to level (I don't see the movement of the light beam on my garage wall). I'll call the installer tomorrow and see if he did not connect the auto-leveling feature - does anyone know what is causing this?
Last edited by Lenscap2; Apr 3, 2012 at 06:25 PM.
I had the TSB headlamps installed today on my 2009 IS350. (Great customer service from Sewell, by the way, in sending me the replacements). Here are a few things I noticed:
1. The 2012 LEDs do appear whiter as everyone mentioned, but slightly less bright to my eyes. With the old LEDs, I had to nearly close my eyes when looking at them directly they were so bright. The new LEDs I can look at straight on and not bother my eyes as much.
2. The material covering over the top of the round HID headlamp 'hump' is now a very dark, pebbly black/grey color. On the old lights, this material was plain black.
3. I noticed some very small dust particles in my headlamps before they were ever installed and am not sure how they got there.
Also, unrelated to the LEDs: When I turn on my lights, my bulbs do not seem to level (I don't see the movement of the light beam on my garage wall). I'll call the installer tomorrow and see if he did not connect the auto-leveling feature - does anyone know what is causing this?
1. The 2012 LEDs do appear whiter as everyone mentioned, but slightly less bright to my eyes. With the old LEDs, I had to nearly close my eyes when looking at them directly they were so bright. The new LEDs I can look at straight on and not bother my eyes as much.
2. The material covering over the top of the round HID headlamp 'hump' is now a very dark, pebbly black/grey color. On the old lights, this material was plain black.
3. I noticed some very small dust particles in my headlamps before they were ever installed and am not sure how they got there.
Also, unrelated to the LEDs: When I turn on my lights, my bulbs do not seem to level (I don't see the movement of the light beam on my garage wall). I'll call the installer tomorrow and see if he did not connect the auto-leveling feature - does anyone know what is causing this?
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Lead Lap
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From: MI
I just had the TSB done on my 2011, and i honestly don't see the difference in whiteness of the LED from the old ones. My car was built in June of 2011, I wonder if it's possible that by then Lexus had already switched to the 'whiter' LED?
Driver
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I noticed some of your other post about being concerned about headlights from sewell not being the latest revision. But clearly in the description it states they are
"Our exclusive, revised lamp kit includes everything required to retro-fit your 2006 to 2010 IS250, IS350 or IS-F with a seamless plug and play method for installation to the stylish look of the latest 2012MY LED Headlamps. The loaded headlamp option is required for IS models factory equipped with the standard, base package Halogen head lamps."