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Also he says that in new Skoda Rapid car this plug and play set up is not possible. Don't know what to do now!! | |
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![]() Source: Google Images It is very simple. The new harness takes one input from the stock bulb connector leaving the other one free (so just tape it). Connect the positive terminal to the battery directly and the negative terminals to any of the screws directly threaded to the car’s body. Secure the relay somewhere in the body. Connect the new bulbs to these ceramic bulb holders. You are done. Last edited by Gannu_1 : 27th March 2015 at 12:19. | |
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Update - I just called TAFE Access (A.S.S) and got connected to a person who handles the electrical work. He also confirms the above. In the new Rapid, the plastic holders are replaced with the rubber holders. So there is a need to cut the holder to insert wires. So the end result is that 100/90 upgrade is not suggested and may prove costly with voiding the warranty in case something goes wrong in future. Last edited by rki2007 : 27th March 2015 at 12:44. | |
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If he is referring to the connection between the new harness' male H4 connector and the stock harness’ female H4 bulb connector, the two need to be simply plugged: ![]() And you need to apply automotive tape over it to secure the connection so it doesn't come off. The regular household insulation tape will work but it begins peeling off after exposure to heat in the engine bay and dust. I am not sure why the holders have to be cut! All H4 bulbs have a standard holder based on the layout of the 3 pins on the bulb. You don’t have to cut the holder. | |
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Is it the type 1) with one connector on the back for headlights/park/indicator which is then split inside the light assembly or is it type 2) with separate connectors for all bulbs? Type 1 will come with plastic lid behind each bulb for access and Type 2 will have a rubber grommet behind headlgiht bulb with an opening for the headlight wire to plug in to the bulb. If its Type 2 you can use a plug and play H4 headlight relay kit with no modification required to the headlight assembly or the wiring. But if its the Type 1 with a single connector its a little bit complicated but possible and there is a chance of moisture entering the headlight if the cap is cut or modified to pass the wires. i10 has a headlight similar to the type 1 which I mentiond above (so do many other cars) and heres how i did the headlight wiring to use higher wattage bulbs. http://www.team-bhp.com/forum/modifi...b-upgrade.html | |
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I don't think this will create serious warranty issues unless the headlight itself becomes faulty. It is indeed a good thing they refused to upgrade since I have seen a lot of cases where they simply throw the lid away and wire the new holder as it is. After some days, the whole assembly gets moisture laden and dust filled. Hence, either follow the silicone sealant method or leave the setup as it is. Last edited by audioholic : 28th March 2015 at 00:35. | ||
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I got it done in 2012,but the installer did a shoddy job leaving a near 2" gap on the plastic cover open resulting in dust,moisture seeping through and the right HL assembly is ruined because of that. Ensure they use good relays,don't leave the plastic cover open and you shouldn't have any issues. | |
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Try Poona Motors Camp. Most of my and friends jobs were done there. And they stock quality stuff. But beware of sales pitch. Stick to philips relay and philips rally. |
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Distinguished - BHPian ![]() ![]() | ![]() Changed ecosport's bulb to Osram Night Breaker Unlimited H4, 60/55w P43t. Was planning to go for Philips Xtreme Vision but settled for this. Paid 2k for the pair. Shall post some pictures in my ownership thread tomorrow. |
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BHPian ![]() | ![]() Has anyone tried the new fangled LED bulbs. I seem to be getting mixed reviews on them, more negative than positive though |
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Infractions: 0/1 (10) | ![]() Got a headlamp upgrade done on my Swift ZDi today after a lot of thinking, searching and reading. Details below: Wiring harness kit: Hella (Sustainable upto 130W) Bulbs: Philips Rally 100/90W H4 (P43t base). Costs incurred: Wiring kit: ₹1200 Bulbs: 180 each x 2 = ₹ 360 Labour: ₹50 Total: ₹1550. I did use nylon cable ties too for the installation to keep the wires bundled to prevent them from moving around or getting damaged in the long run. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ For further details and pictures, check the below link of my ownership review that has the needed information: http://www.team-bhp.com/forum/test-d...ml#post3673686 |
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Looks pretty overpriced. The hella wiring kit costs somewhere around 800 and other brands are even cheaper at 500-600. Also, I noticed that this kit doesn't have the option to replace the relays in case it goes bust. Do check on that. If yes, then carry a spare set of bulbs and relay. I am planning to upgrade my WagonR headlights too so I have an option to choose between hella and my tried trusted roots. The roots comes with replaceable relays. |
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