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Old 02-21-14, 07:42 PM
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Default LED Headlight Retrofit question

Hey guys

Long time lurker, first time poster. I have done a lot of research on how to retrofit the 2011 LED lamps into my 2007 IS250 with halogens, and i need some help:

1) I installed a XenonDepot philips component HID kit; can this transfer over to the new headlights?

2) Can i reuse my dust covers/caps (as they are already drilled for HID portion) from my old to new?

3) I know I need a relay - do i get it from the dealer? or can i just buy it off ebay

4) do i need anything else other than the new style headlights? any harness or anything to make it all work? i didnt see anything but wanna make sure


Essentially ill swap my HID set up and all bulbs from my current headlights including caps/covers to the new style headlight.

Do I need to buy anything else? Missing anything? Seems you can get both sides for 1k on ebay, so not terrible

anything i should watch out for before embarking?

Thanks guys - i know the search function exists and ive read a lot but want to ensure im not missing anything

Will
Old 02-21-14, 09:23 PM
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In for updates. Interested on doing this myself! Hope it goes smoothly man.
Old 02-22-14, 04:46 PM
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me too, hopefully someone can respond so i dont end up wasting all my money on something that doesnt work! lol
Old 02-25-14, 05:06 AM
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I have. 2007 Lexus is250 swapped out headlights as well for 2011's. I bought them fully loaded for a lil over 1k. See if you can find loaded set. Much easier .
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Originally Posted by Ants250
I have. 2007 Lexus is250 swapped out headlights as well for 2011's. I bought them fully loaded for a lil over 1k. See if you can find loaded set. Much easier .
Thinking about changing mine too due to moisture inside.
I have oem non- hid 2008.
If I buy a set of newer 2011 oem HID is that a easy swap.
Is there much splicing? or plug and play.
Thanks
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Yes there it's pretty much plug and play except you have to relocate wires in harness. Look up the diy thread for led upgrade I followed that.
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Thanks. I did a search and a few different ones came up.
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