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Questions tagged [headlight]

Questions about headlights, including main and dipped beams, dim-dip systems, etc

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Why are H4 LED headlights not designed correctly?

In traditional halogen H4 bulbs the low beam filament (the one with the reflector/shield) point in a 180 degree field and the high beam has no shield and has a full 360 degree coverage. This is how all H4 light assemblies are designed to use. Why…
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Water droplets on inside of glass that covers headlight

I am seeing water droplets on inside of the glass that covers the headlights. They don't seem to go away. How can I fix this? I think I found the answer here: http://www.ehow.com/how_5035812_remove-condensation-headlights.html
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What angle should my projector headlights be at?

A while ago I did a custom projector retrofit for my jeep. I really love the technology and it makes driving in the dark much easier and safer. Making the parts for the projector was not to bad, but I have had a really hard time finding a good…
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Best way to cover up the vents on a headlight that leak?

My aftermarket headlights that I just purchased have had problems with condensation for some time now. All the rubber covers around where the bulbs are place are sealed tight and installed correctly. I did notice the small "vents" which were…
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Can headlights become opaque on the inside?

I've noticed that one of the headlights in my Ford Focus has become opaque. However, this doesn't seem to match with what people call "foggy" or "hazy headlights": not only the fog is not evenly spread (it's more of a "stain"), but it really looks…
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Single headlight does not come on but is not burnt out

I have noticed a problem recently with my Acura Integra's driver side 9006 headlight low-beam bulb. At first I thought the bulb was burnt out and needed replacement; however upon inspection I noticed that it is not burnt out, just not illuminating…
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Headlights- One Side Low Beam, Other side High Beam

I installed a new headlight bulb on just one side of my car. But now this happens when I try switching between high and low beam: driver side is low beam, passenger is high beam -switch- driver side is high beam, passenger is low beam My only guess…
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How to communicate to other drivers that their headlight are blinding you?

I drive a lot by night, and multiple time per day I encounter car with high beam on or incorrectly set low beam. This a least annoying and at worst dangerous, as I am not able to see the road or to assess their position correctly (When they are…
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Philips headlight bulb Confusing power?

Just going throw the subject I have get tired of OEM bulb especially on highway road cannot see good and feel no safety So i decide to change to performance bulb and i found philips xtream vision 9005 for lo beam but The problem is the philips…
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Why do the headlights of supercars looking flashing on video

Every time I see a video of a supercars, the headlights can be seen flashing. I understand that this is most probably due to the fact that the LEDS are not always and the camera can detect this time but why are they not always kept on?
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What's the best way to remove headlight condensation?

Quick googling, I found forums saying to put the headlight in the oven at around 250 until condensation evaporates, and the glue around the edge will reform. Is this safe? Is there a better way to remove condensation and prevent it in the…
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Is a temporary covering required/recommended around a broken headlight?

My 2009 chevy Silverado must have gotten hit in a parking lot (Florida), the drivers side headlamp is shattered. A replacement is on order. I've seen people cover broken brake and tail lights with red translucent tape. I was wondering if it's…
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passenger side high beam and low beam not working new bulbs and fuse are not blown

My 2005 Honda Accord hybrid passenger side high beam and low beam not working new bulbs and fuse are not blown
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What's up with my headlights? One appears brighter, from inside only

Car: 2012 Subaru Outback. After years the factory bulbs were dim. I got them replaced (by a dealer, because the procedure is a pain for this car) and I resurfaced the outside of the glass, which looks really good now. The new bulbs seem brighter...…
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what causes my headlamps to stop turning off automatically?

i have a 2004 Toyota Tundra. just recently the headlights would not turn off automatically when i turned off the key and opened the door.
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