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Old Mar 17, 2013 | 05:09 PM
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I have a 2010 ES350 with HID lights. I love the car but hate the lights because they are too low and I feel like I'm driving in the dark. They are bright enough, but not projecting high enough; I can't see exit signs, road signs, etc. Lexus said they can't be raised/adjusted upwards.

Is it possible to simply change the bulbs? Or is it more complicated, or even impossible? Thanks for your advice.
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Old Mar 18, 2013 | 10:06 AM
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it is way more than just changing bulbs...

every car I've ever seen has had a way to adjust the level of the headlights, even with auto leveling headlights that compensate for weight distribution...
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Old Mar 18, 2013 | 01:36 PM
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My Lexus dealer refused - they said that the lights would be too bright to oncoming drivers.

They put me in touch with a Lexus service specialist from "corporate". He looked at my car and said that while some cars have a 'mechanism' (sorry, I am not a car person) to adjust the lights, my model does not.

I am willing to spend money to fix this car. I don't like the new model (and finding a navigation/halogen combination seems impossible), and I only have 9,000 miles on this one. Other than the lights, I love it.

If anyone can direct me to a mechanic that that trust in the NY area, I would be appreciative. Thanks
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Old Mar 18, 2013 | 03:09 PM
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Find same car as Yours (2010 ES with HID headlights) and check if lights are the same and if they are not find the shop with equipment for headlights setting. I am 99.9% sure You can set headlights on Your car.
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