Notices
IS - 2nd Gen (2006-2013) Discussion about the 2006+ model IS models

need foglights help

Thread Tools
 
Search this Thread
 
Old Dec 10, 2012 | 01:42 PM
  #1  
Lex9303's Avatar
Lex9303
Thread Starter
Driver School Candidate
 
Joined: Dec 2012
Posts: 17
Likes: 0
From: FL
Default need foglights help

I just got some xenon plasma yellow need to know if I have to take out the hole bumper just to install the bulbs?
Reply
Old Dec 10, 2012 | 02:09 PM
  #2  
skullkandy's Avatar
skullkandy
Driver
 
Joined: Jul 2012
Posts: 153
Likes: 3
From: QLD
Default

You dont need to take off the bumper

I found it easiest to bend back the fender mud guard to replace the bulbs, some people will suggest access the lil triangle cap near the front passenger side to replace one of the bulbs but I absolutely hated it.

REMEMBER to screw in the bulb first THEN connect the wire.
Reply
Old Dec 10, 2012 | 02:33 PM
  #3  
kumquatism's Avatar
kumquatism
Lexus Test Driver
CL Folding 100,000
iTrader: (10)
 
Joined: Sep 2009
Posts: 1,430
Likes: 1
From: SJ CA
Default

It's very possible to do it without removing the bumper. Going through the fender lining will give you enough room to install it. It is, however, easier to mount the ballast with the bumper off.
Reply
Old Dec 10, 2012 | 03:01 PM
  #4  
rookieIS's Avatar
rookieIS
Lexus Champion
iTrader: (8)
 
Joined: Jul 2011
Posts: 2,227
Likes: 1
From: California
Default

cant tell by your description if you bought HID's or just regular halogen bulbs.

regardless, you dont need to remove the bumper, but I personally would remove it for more clearance especially if you do have HID's.
Reply
Old Dec 10, 2012 | 03:27 PM
  #5  
GiantsFan's Avatar
GiantsFan
Lexus Fanatic
iTrader: (9)
 
Joined: Jan 2009
Posts: 7,550
Likes: 12
From: CA - Norcal
Default

I would HIGHLY suggest removing the bumper if it is HIDs... So you can run the wires and mount the ballasts in good places away from the elements, etc...

If you are just using halogens - going through the fender liner is fine
Reply
Old Dec 10, 2012 | 03:39 PM
  #6  
Gville350's Avatar
Gville350
Moderator
10 Year Member
iTrader: (10)
 
Joined: Mar 2011
Posts: 11,576
Likes: 444
From: South Carolina
Default

You can easily access the back of the fog housings with just turning the steering wheel in as far as possible, popping off the clips and 1 or 2 screws, and pulling back the wheel liner.
Reply
Old Dec 10, 2012 | 03:59 PM
  #7  
bob4256's Avatar
bob4256
Lexus Champion
iTrader: (17)
 
Joined: Sep 2010
Posts: 4,965
Likes: 11
From: Weston, FL
Default

Like others have said, you can go through the wheel well, but its much simpler to remove the bumper. Its not difficult to do
Reply
Old Dec 10, 2012 | 04:44 PM
  #8  
sunnyd91's Avatar
sunnyd91
Driver School Candidate
 
Joined: Jun 2012
Posts: 22
Likes: 0
From: NC
Default

Yeah, I just installed my HID fogs without removing the bumper. It was hard to wire and mount the ballast with little room through the fender liner, but it's doable.
Reply
Old Dec 11, 2012 | 10:44 PM
  #9  
quang's Avatar
quang
Lexus Test Driver
iTrader: (8)
 
Joined: Jul 2009
Posts: 1,280
Likes: 4
From: CA
Default

1. remove fender liner behind wheel well
2. remove the panels under the car
3. remove bumper
Reply
Old Dec 12, 2012 | 03:50 PM
  #10  
dong888's Avatar
dong888
Pole Position
iTrader: (1)
 
Joined: Mar 2006
Posts: 333
Likes: 0
From: ca
Default

search in the DIY section and there is a guide of showing the HID foglight installation without removing the bumper. I did it myself following the guide.

Removing bumper does give and benefit of hiding/securing the ballast better.
Reply
Related Topics
Thread
Thread Starter
Forum
Replies
Last Post
ej20child
RX - 2nd Gen (2004-2009)
9
Mar 23, 2015 10:22 AM
Brandicus
LS - 1st and 2nd Gen (1990-2000)
10
Aug 25, 2009 10:32 PM
ima do me
Lighting
4
Jan 27, 2009 03:45 AM
s6 4rings
IS - 2nd Gen (2006-2013)
2
Dec 15, 2007 06:18 PM
//935GS400
Lighting
3
Oct 17, 2006 02:27 AM




All times are GMT -7. The time now is 11:36 AM.