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Old Jun 3, 2007 | 07:17 PM
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Hello everyone.

I am wondering if anybody could tell me the differences in the HID Headlights between Non-AFS and AFS (Housing, wiring, computers, and sensors).

I just bought a used 04 RX330 with halogen headlights and is really regretting not waiting for one with HIDs. I am currently researching what is involved in just replacing my current headlight housings with another set that has the projectors. I am hoping that somebody else here has gone through the same thing and could tell me which extra parts I would also need to purchase for the complete upgrade. A parts diagram would be very helpful.

Thanks in advance.
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Old Jun 4, 2007 | 07:34 AM
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Try searching....I am pretty sure somebody's done it. I can see some on ebay.
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Old Jun 4, 2007 | 08:40 PM
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Originally Posted by Doc2be98
Hello everyone.

I am wondering if anybody could tell me the differences in the HID Headlights between Non-AFS and AFS (Housing, wiring, computers, and sensors).

I just bought a used 04 RX330 with halogen headlights and is really regretting not waiting for one with HIDs. I am currently researching what is involved in just replacing my current headlight housings with another set that has the projectors. I am hoping that somebody else here has gone through the same thing and could tell me which extra parts I would also need to purchase for the complete upgrade. A parts diagram would be very helpful.

Thanks in advance.
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I'm pretty sure the dealer can assist you with an upgrade to non-AFS HID. AFS probably has to tap into the steering and speed sensors...

Good luck!
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Old Jun 5, 2007 | 05:50 AM
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You also need the electronics to control the AFS. In the end, it may be easier to trade it in for a 350.
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Old Jun 7, 2007 | 01:30 PM
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you could always just put some HID bulbs in the halogen housings, go with a softer light like 4300k so you dont blind anyone, i did that in my scion and it works great
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Its easier if you go with non-AFS headlights. Mainly you would just need the housings and a HID kit. The dealer will not help you do this unless you know someone on the side.
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