#Halogens vs hids lexus install#
#Halogens vs hids lexus drivers#
#Halogens vs hids lexus software#

This is in part because each lamp produces more lumens of light - about 2500 to the LED's 2000 total, though the total light perceived on the road is roughly equivalent. The HID lamps illuminate the sides of the road more brightly and their high-beam pattern is like a huge cone of light reaching quite high. If you want, you might want to get the HID non-AFS version headlights, this way you can avoid having to worry about aiming the AFS motors.īUT, the projector used in this non-AFS version headlight does not perform as well as the AFS version headlight projector.The light reflected back from roadside signs seems much brighter with LED than HID. You'll be able to tell the difference in output and cutoff line shape between the two ) The last thing you want to do is get the right side headlight being the HID AFS version and the left side headlight the HID non-AFS version. Just don't assume because you see the projector that it must have AFS. Some sellers might say 'non-AFS' and 'AFS' to differentiate the two, but it's best to look. I don't have pics, but when researching the headlights you should be able to tell the difference. The only way to tell the difference between 'HID with AFS' and 'HID without AFS' is by looking at the back side of the headlights. The 06-09 Rx400h's all came with the HID with AFS, but the Rx330 and Rx350's mixed and match. So if you see an Rx330/350 with HID's, it still not might have AFS. The second HID version uses a similar HID projector and bulb, but has the components for both the auto leveling AND the AFS system.Īka some 04-09 Rx330/350's out there have HID without the AFS. The first HID version has an HID projector and bulb, with only the auto-leveling. Obviously there's the halogen type (the type you have) but there are TWO different types for the HID headlights- which look exactly the same from the outside, so it can be tricky. Now, there are TWO 'types' of the HID Rx330/350 version headlights.

The wires for the ballast etc can be accessed from outside of the headlights, so you should be good with that too :) You don't need to take the headlights apart at all. The headlights size and bolt patterns are exactly the same (not 100% sure- but based on experience, it tells me they are). The headlights produced for the 07-09 Rx350/400h no longer had the problem and are your best betīy convert i meant you can simply buy the OEM HID version Rx330/350/400h headlights and switch them out with yours.

#Halogens vs hids lexus drivers#

There have been people though, who have bought special motor drivers to work the auto-leveling motors, so you can move them manually via a switch you put in the cabin, but again, it would require a lot of wiring.Īnd when buying the HID version headlights, stay away from the 04-06 Rx330 headlights as many of them have a condensation problem you won't find out about until you've already installed them in the car.

#Halogens vs hids lexus software#

The halogen car's don't come with the software in the computer, so it wouldn't be possible. You will also lose the AFS/Auto-Leveling functions, as these both require special computer and switch components worked into the car's main computer. Then splice your present high beam bulb to the HID headlight's high beam bulb, which is the same. No extra harness required, as there's enough current there. The 12V will activate the ballast which will illuminate the HID bulb. You'd need to splice the wires going to your present halogen low beam bulb, and wire them to the HID headlight ballast. You will need to do some hardcore wiring though, as the plugs will be very different. You can buy a used set of OEM HID Projector - version 04-09 Rx330/350/400h headlights and do the conversion. I put them on my RX300 and could see (and appreciate) the difference.

They have the same consumption and the filaments are in the same position(s), but they are nearly twice as bright and last as long os the originals. If you need more light you can try the 9011-9012 bulbs instead of the regular 9005-6. The BMW comes with a similar automatic sensing/adjustment. I can't comment on many aspects of your questions, but my 09RX came with the HID lights (and they swivel when you turn), and there is also a sensor on one of the rear suspension parts that controls the height of the lights, so that they do not blind oncoming drivers if the rear suspension 'squats' under load. They come complete with ballast and HID bulbs. I saw these OEM HID headlight unit on EBAY for around $150.00 for each side. what about AFS ? Are there any wiring modification needed? Is it an easey job? Sorry for alot of questions, I don't want to buy the headlight and end up not working on my car. Are they the same size and bolts pattern? Will the OEM HID unit fit on my halogen headlight ?.

#Halogens vs hids lexus install#

Hi everyone, My 04 RX330 come with halogen headlight and i was wondering can i buy an OEM HID headlight unit on EBAY and install its on my car?.