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Old 02-02-11, 05:44 PM
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Default LED DRL replacement

I just searched the forums for the past 30 minutes for a guide on how to actually change the drls, but i couldnt find any. I just ordered these leds http://www.v-leds.com/Interior-LED/G...38587-1-2.html
and i have them in my room now. too bad i dont know how to install. help please
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Those are 194/168's you would use those as parking lights.

1. remove plastic engine cover(s).
2. remove dust/water cover behind center of headlight by unlocking the metal wire (located left side of headlight, can't miss it)
3. Once cover is removed, you will see 2 housings, one for DRL (big) and one for parking light (small) which is located above DRL. *Twist housing to the left to unlock, then pull out.
4. Remove bulb and replace with LED
5. Before you reinstall the housing, be sure to turn your lights on to ensure that the bulb works. If bulb does not light up flip it around and try again.
6. Put everything back the way you found it and ensure cover is nice and toight!

*Note: For driver side use 10mm to remove the washer fluid tube for easy access.
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the air filter box is in the way of the pass side. do i need to take it out?
Old 02-02-11, 06:18 PM
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Yes. remove anything that you feel is impeding you from doing a proper install. I put in my aftermarket intake before changing up my lights, so I never worried about that.

Let me know how it goes...you're welcome to PM
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^^It depends... Most do not need to remove the air filter box. It is a tight squeeze though.
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rtfm please
Old 02-03-11, 08:38 AM
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Originally Posted by Snubbles
rtfm please
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I just replaced my DRL and parking lights last night, too bad one of the DRL lights or adapters didnt work, now im rocking one night DRL and one ugly drl, but VLEDS is shipping me a new one..... pretty easy, just gotta stuff the module in behind the dust cover.
Old 02-03-11, 11:08 AM
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really man? Bulbs? Pop the hood and look with your eyes, lol. Jut remove whatever is in your way and pop the covers off
Old 02-03-11, 11:13 AM
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how to change the bulb is in the manual, you know the one that comes with the car in the glove box
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lol you guys breaking his *****...

OP, how did you install work out for you?
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