C240 aftermarket headlight problems
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C240 aftermarket headlight problems
hi everyone
iam really glad that i found this website, anyways i did somthing stupid before doing any research i just went on ebay and bought a pair projector headlights for my 2002 c240 since i didnt like the foggy oem style and wanted to give my baby a better look
how ever today after installation of these projector headlights i ran into problems the light leveling does not work correctly right side turns on while left is off while its on auto on high beam both turn on and today was a bit rainy and after turning off the car i saw smoke inside of headlights caused by raine
im really pissed at my self and i have no idea what to do, all i wanted was clear headlights nothing more
anyone has any idea what i should do?
here is the link of sh*t i bought
plz guys i really need help
iam really glad that i found this website, anyways i did somthing stupid before doing any research i just went on ebay and bought a pair projector headlights for my 2002 c240 since i didnt like the foggy oem style and wanted to give my baby a better look
how ever today after installation of these projector headlights i ran into problems the light leveling does not work correctly right side turns on while left is off while its on auto on high beam both turn on and today was a bit rainy and after turning off the car i saw smoke inside of headlights caused by raineim really pissed at my self and i have no idea what to do, all i wanted was clear headlights nothing more
anyone has any idea what i should do?
here is the link of sh*t i bought
plz guys i really need help
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thanks for the reply phoenix so the leveling problem wont be solved in anyway?? where can i get after market headlights for my car which is 100% water proof
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Welcome to the forums. Some one will say STFF, which means Search The Friendly Forum. There may be stickies, or, a good search will show you available options. May cost close to twice those cheap ones, unfortunately. Bi-Xenons will run ~1500...
Lots to read, look in the FAQs!
Lots to read, look in the FAQs!
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Welcome to the forums. Some one will say STFF, which means Search The Friendly Forum. There may be stickies, or, a good search will show you available options. May cost close to twice those cheap ones, unfortunately. Bi-Xenons will run ~1500...
Lots to read, look in the FAQs!
Lots to read, look in the FAQs!
thank you phoenix by the way what do you think of depo made headlights are thoes 100%waterproof?
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The depo headlights aren't that great. Its been discussed in detail. If you want to read about it do a search.
Your best bet is to cut your losses, put the oem lights back in and save for a set of OEM bix. Or try to return those and get the depo headlights that look like OEM.
Your best bet is to cut your losses, put the oem lights back in and save for a set of OEM bix. Or try to return those and get the depo headlights that look like OEM.
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The depo headlights aren't that great. Its been discussed in detail. If you want to read about it do a search.
Your best bet is to cut your losses, put the oem lights back in and save for a set of OEM bix. Or try to return those and get the depo headlights that look like OEM.
Your best bet is to cut your losses, put the oem lights back in and save for a set of OEM bix. Or try to return those and get the depo headlights that look like OEM.
That pretty much sums it up. Now is it worth having the lights polished, is the question (probably asked and answered in the threads that C240owner is referencing)
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Try out some Eagle Eyes. They are what I just got. I think the light output and pattern are better than the Depo's, and they are fully plug and play.
As for which ones are waterproof, it's a crap shoot, even within the same brand.
Someone else who got Eagle Eyes didn't have any leaking.
I, however, did, and had to un-install in order to apply silicone sealant.
As a safeguard, do yourself a favour and seal the seams between the lenses and bodies prior to initial installation. It's only around $5.00 for a tube of clear silicone sealant.
As for which ones are waterproof, it's a crap shoot, even within the same brand.
Someone else who got Eagle Eyes didn't have any leaking.
I, however, did, and had to un-install in order to apply silicone sealant.
As a safeguard, do yourself a favour and seal the seams between the lenses and bodies prior to initial installation. It's only around $5.00 for a tube of clear silicone sealant.
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1. do you have the OEM XENON to begin with? IF you do. The only thing you should/can replace them with are the Bi-Xenon. Everything else are just wasting money.
2. auto-leveling is BUILT into the headlight unit. NONE of the aftermarket headlight has them. The ONLY auto-leveling headlight other than the OEM Xenon IS the Bi-Xenon.
3. If you DON'T already have OEM Xenon. Then it doesn't matter what brand/look of the aftermarket headlight you bought they are all 99.9% plug and play. meaning if something doesn't work properly you've probably done something wrong with the wiring.
4. If you see smoke it's most likely water went in and a bulb burnt out. OR a simple short of the ****ty design of the aftermarket lights.
and finally...search the forum please. Aftermarket headlights has been covered to death.
2. auto-leveling is BUILT into the headlight unit. NONE of the aftermarket headlight has them. The ONLY auto-leveling headlight other than the OEM Xenon IS the Bi-Xenon.
3. If you DON'T already have OEM Xenon. Then it doesn't matter what brand/look of the aftermarket headlight you bought they are all 99.9% plug and play. meaning if something doesn't work properly you've probably done something wrong with the wiring.
4. If you see smoke it's most likely water went in and a bulb burnt out. OR a simple short of the ****ty design of the aftermarket lights.
and finally...search the forum please. Aftermarket headlights has been covered to death.
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Welcome to the forums. Some one will say STFF, which means Search The Friendly Forum. There may be stickies, or, a good search will show you available options. May cost close to twice those cheap ones, unfortunately. Bi-Xenons will run ~1500...
Lots to read, look in the FAQs!
Lots to read, look in the FAQs!
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