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timmy0tool

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start with the easy stuff first, so change the bulb out first.
now usually I tell folks to swap left to right and see if the problem follows or stays.
with you, both sides are out which makes troubleshooting difficult.

in my experience if the bulb ignites then goes out, the bulb is bad. if it doesn't even ignite, ballast (which is less common).

Legender

Kind of strange to have both bulbs go at the same time. I would lean toward something common between them....

05ls430518

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Just to give you a heads up if its the actual headlight that is messed up each headlight is $1420 new......I hope you dont need to get them replaced.

bloomwcjkl

I see headlights on eBay for $250 including shipping. No need to panic yet if it isn't bulbs.

05ls430518

iTrader: (1)

Your not getting 04-06 headlights for $250 he has an 05 they go for $700-$1000 all day long used because of the afs. If you found 04-06 headlights for $250 please post a link.

Scootymad

1st rule of troubleshooting: check the easiest thing first. In this case, check the fuse and the relay. Consult your owners manual for the location of the fuse and relay for the headlights (I can't remember it off hand). Then check your bulbs. Also it will pay to check your voltages as well. If you're not getting 12 volts to the headlight plug and you have a good fuse and relay, then you have something a bit more sinister. If you have a blown fuse, put another one in and try it, if you get some light and it pops immediately you could have a short somewhere. Auto electrical can be either a really easy fix, or you will be chasing your tail for days.

iriz

$1400-$2000 for two used headlights??!!

For that kind of money you can buy a whole 2004 salvage car with only a slight rear end damage - AND start a carrier as used parts seller on eBay!

05ls430518

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Actually the headlights are $1200-$1400 new a piece so your looking at $2800-$3000 for two new headlights. Used they are usually $600-$1000 a piece.

I know this is all fact because someone vandalized my car last june including the headlights.

rbock

I just bought a new headlight for an 04 model, and it listed for $1445. And that is with out bulbs.

05ls430518

iTrader: (1)

Thank you for posting this from what I understand the 04-06 lights are so expensive due to the afs swivel thing the car does when you steer.