Headlight help
Headlight help
So I just replaced the headlight bulbs because the passenger side one was out. When I put the new bulb in and tried to turn on the lights it is still out! I tried disconnecting and reconnecting the harness numerous times but it still won't turn on. Anyone have any other ideas for troubleshooting why a headlight won't turn on. The DRLs and high beams work. But for whatever reason I can't get the main HID bulb to illuminate. Really wanting to try to figure this out without spending an arm and a leg getting it diagnosed at the dealership.
You can find replacement ballasts on eBay or look in classifieds. I also bought a set of HID bulbs from eBay and they have been working well.
Let me know what happens...
Take the bulb from the side that is working and plug it to the one that isn't working to trouble shoot. This will help identify if the ballast is bad (since you know the bulb works).
You can find replacement ballasts on eBay or look in classifieds. I also bought a set of HID bulbs from eBay and they have been working well.
Let me know what happens...
You can find replacement ballasts on eBay or look in classifieds. I also bought a set of HID bulbs from eBay and they have been working well.
Let me know what happens...
I looked up buying a replacement and found them for ~$120. That part doesn't bother me… the part that I am confused on is how to replace it. I was researching trying to find DIY guides and so far everything I am reading is saying you have to remove the entire front bumper, then remove the entire headlight and then disassemble that as well. Does this sound right? I may have to take it somewhere because I don't have the time to do all of that right now.
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Well I bought two brand new bulbs and replaced both so I am guessing it must be the ballast. That really sucks..
I looked up buying a replacement and found them for ~$120. That part doesn't bother me… the part that I am confused on is how to replace it. I was researching trying to find DIY guides and so far everything I am reading is saying you have to remove the entire front bumper, then remove the entire headlight and then disassemble that as well. Does this sound right? I may have to take it somewhere because I don't have the time to do all of that right now.
I looked up buying a replacement and found them for ~$120. That part doesn't bother me… the part that I am confused on is how to replace it. I was researching trying to find DIY guides and so far everything I am reading is saying you have to remove the entire front bumper, then remove the entire headlight and then disassemble that as well. Does this sound right? I may have to take it somewhere because I don't have the time to do all of that right now.
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Well I guess I'll be calling around for quotes! Thanks for the help guys.
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