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Old 01-07-05, 07:40 AM
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Ok, I have H.I.D. headlights on my GS400 (2000) My car is also under warranty (3-year/100,000 miles) So anyways, one of my headlights went out and they tried to tell me it's not under warranty, I don't know if it is or isn't, but I think it's kind of messed if it isn't. They also told me the GS's headlights are "vented" 'cause I pointed out condensation (WHEN I BOUGHT IT) I think the headlight went out due to the condensation since I noticed a lot more than usual when it went out on me. What should I do? Do any of you have information on it? Thanks, any help is appreciated.
Old 01-07-05, 09:19 AM
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Well if you see a lot of water inside the headlight housing then your bulb may have gotten burned up because of it.
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hid bulbs under water? ummm imho not sure if it's a good idea. i tend to think it's the bulb out. and nop, you are out of warranty for sure so you will have to replace them yourself.

about the condensation, if you do a search you will see that it's a common problem for the gs. but tell the dealership to stop their BS, what's venting headlights?!
Old 01-07-05, 10:06 AM
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philips bulbs on ebay are very cheap, around 70.00 for the pair. if you rule out that your ballast is still good, change both bulbs so they match.

warning, changing hid bulbs is hard to do, even if you have small hands.
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its the bulb....replace it and you're good


can't believe Umnitza is on here as well
Old 01-07-05, 10:59 AM
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wow, i never would imagine that the bulb would work under water
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Originally Posted by umnitza
Changing bulbs is a piece of cake, anyone can do it.

And bulbs underwater, yeah, it's easy.
man now this is the first time i see this pic
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Originally Posted by umnitza
Having done that personally, I'd advise against doing it.

Professional only please. But, it's doable, I've actually submerged the whole system underwater, not just the bulbs.

everyone should know...Matt (Umnitza) is a crazy Russian... (but aren't most russians
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Originally Posted by umnitza
Changing bulbs is a piece of cake, anyone can do it.

And bulbs underwater, yeah, it's easy.

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LoL crazy russians yes we are indeed.
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thanks for the help
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