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Well for starters, what wattage bulbs are you using? be sure to use only the specified wattage for the SC...Any much higher, and they might even melt the sockets.
When I had my LS400 I changed the headlights as to me the factory ones were dim. I had PIAA and Sylvania's I was always replacing a headlight. Especially when it was cold out. I was told do not start the car with the headlights on. I always use the auto off feature which should not affect it at all.