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Old 01-21-09, 10:50 PM
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i'm having problems with mine and xenon depot hasn't been very respondsive....
i think i might be doing it wrong sooo.... i wanted to know if there was a DIY for the d4s bulbs... i've tryed search but nothing.... or maybe someone can post a step by step for me...thanks
p.s. pics would help alot
Old 01-21-09, 11:14 PM
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err... d4s bulb swap or HID kit install? please be descriptive in what you want to do
Old 01-21-09, 11:32 PM
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im with ^^ more specific. the main problem with changing the bulbs in the headlights is how cramped it is.
Old 01-21-09, 11:43 PM
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i think the OP meant bulbs.

access to the d4s bulbs are blocked by the airbox on the passenger side and the washer fluid filler hose on the driver's side. get those two out of the way, and you have a little bit more space to work with.

and to the OP: what kind of problems are you having exactly?
Old 01-22-09, 04:56 AM
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tommy... i can pm you with my number then call me during the weekends i cn guide you through how to change your D4s Bulbs..... you might need extenders to takeout the nuts..
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extenders to take out the nuts? :uhh:

i don't recall having to remove any nuts or bolts, but i do remember that the d4s bulb is held in by two wire clips: one on the topside of the base, one on the bottom side.

once you unclip those two, the bulb should turn and slide out.
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NOT to be an *** (projectdna ) but if you need a DIY for changing out headlight bulbs, I don't think you should be doing this. It's pretty straight forward.

But as projectdna has been stating how to do it, that's pretty much it
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Originally Posted by iSuxeL
NOT to be an *** (projectdna ) but if you need a DIY for changing out headlight bulbs, I don't think you should be doing this. It's pretty straight forward.

But as projectdna has been stating how to do it, that's pretty much it
i kinda agree its not very hard, but then again if you dont work on cars much its not that easy also. the hardest part i think is actually getting your hands in there to take it out. my hands are big and it took me a while to get them out.
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Originally Posted by projectdna
the washer fluid filler hose on the driver's side. get those two out of the way, and you have a little bit more space to work with.
I forgot about that. That is the hardest part, even with my small hands.
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d4s bulb swap....

the left head light goes out alot, it used to be from me just turning right, and i went to a body shop and they said they have to take off the bumper etc. etc. and charge me a crazy amount... that was before the problem started happening...so i actually did it my self but it was a while while while while ago and it seem fine for a little while but not tis like i go over a bump it goes out i turn it goes out...

from what i know its pretty easy, exact motors put them in like 10 minutes(thats the first set i had)

thanks
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i suggest swapping bulbs side to side to see if it's the bulb or something else.

for example, if you swap bulbs from side to side and the other headlight goes out, then it's the bulb.

but if you swap bulbs from side to side and the SAME headlight goes out, then it's NOT the bulb.

by this point, you'll probably need to take your car into service to get it checked out.

i'm not an expert on lighting, but testing it properly can help eliminate possibilities.
Old 01-23-09, 12:19 AM
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unless the OP is asking how to rebase a HID bulb to D4S?
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easyy to do, u just need patience..it takes 40mins. or more step by step..i know there was a DIY somewhere because i remember saying to myself not to disconnect the battery but directions said otherwise. i ended up taking the whole intake air box out and the washer fluid hose out, and use gloves or u will get scratched up!!! n you need an extender like mentioned above to take some bolts/screws w/e out. headlight bulbs are right inside the (2) black boxes which have a yellow writing/warning, one on the left side by the intake and one on the right side next to the washer fluid hose. you will go inside and twist out the thick (i believe) silver cord w/ the bulb attached to some pins. it's not too hard..you can do it!! then make sure not to touch the bulb w/ fingers!! n then well, cross ur fingers because u gotta put the intake back in and reconnect the battery so there aren't errors to se if ur bulbs work/or are in correctly. PM if u want more detail but i think sum1 offered u to call so good luck!!
Old 01-23-09, 07:17 AM
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Hopefully this thread will help you out some

https://www.clublexus.com/forums/is-...ment-help.html
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Nice find AzNLeX350


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