Diy: HID Install

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04-20-2008, 06:26 AM
Aug

Diy: HID Install

http://i58.photobucket.com/albums/g2...oyinstalls.jpg

HID Install - Reborn

Okay, so this install is pretty straight forward.. I did it on my old EP.

I did this install over 2 years ago, so if I left anything out let me know! Thanks guys!

Took me less than 15 minutes, and I'm not so bright...

Install Difficulty: 2/10 (You have to touch things)

Before she was sold I relocated the ballasts in the bumper, behind the safety of my splash guards.. Which I don't have pictures of since they were posted as attachments on the old thread :mconfused:

Of course, like the beginning of any modification involving your cars electrical system: Unplug your battery.

http://i58.photobucket.com/albums/g2...-battery-0.jpg

For this install I suggest you also remove the battery to ease the installation process.

Step 1: When mounting the ballasts keep in mind of what has to be connected. You want to leave room for slack between each ballast, the battery, and the igniters. The wiring should be kept away and protected from anything which could melt the protective insulation.

http://i58.photobucket.com/albums/g2...id-mount-3.jpg

Step 2: I mounted the ballasts using existing holes for my original setup.

http://i58.photobucket.com/albums/g2...id-mount-1.jpg

I got suggestions from other members stating that these points are prone to moisture, which is bad for anything electrical.. haha, woops

http://i58.photobucket.com/albums/g2...id-mount-2.jpg

Step 3: Plug in the controller to your driver side headlight, this will allow your HIDs to turn on with the oem switch.

http://i58.photobucket.com/albums/g2...movebulb-2.jpg

Step 4: Wrap electrical tape around that connection, and the now unconnected passenger side lamp socket.

http://i58.photobucket.com/albums/g2...d-plugin-1.jpg

Step 5: Plug the lamps into the igniters and install them into the headlights (like the original bulbs would have).

Step 6: Re-install the battery, and connect the HID power cables to the battery terminals.

Step 6: Attach the terminals on to the battery again

http://i58.photobucket.com/albums/g2...-battery-1.jpg

Step 7: Test them out! and be like whoa

http://i58.photobucket.com/albums/g2...id-after-3.jpg
04-20-2008, 09:18 AM
civictype_r04

Nice write up.
04-21-2008, 09:56 AM
danosir

what did you purchase for this install?
04-21-2008, 09:59 AM
az-epdrvr

yes do tell where can i pick some up at
04-21-2008, 10:04 AM
Aug

http://i58.photobucket.com/albums/g2.../diy-hid-1.jpg

I just bought a cheap eBay setup for a 100 shipped. From what I can see, there isn't much difference from these and the brand names :mcool:
04-21-2008, 10:09 AM
benkieboy

wow that's a good deal. i am using the O-nex ones. got them for 135. i think it's not that bad too.
04-21-2008, 10:28 AM
fungkeyfresh

xenith xenons on the GB for $115 shipped :mcool:

btw good write up.. installed mine last night but it didn't take me less than 15 min hahha
04-22-2008, 01:05 PM
STP03BlueSI

Wow that is one clean engine bay! Nice write up!:msmile:
04-23-2008, 10:19 AM
SyckSiR

i like the flavor of this write up....
04-23-2008, 10:22 AM
thechromecoyote

If the strut towers are bad for install locations, do you have pics of where would be a good place to install them?

And do you have a write up for fuse box relocation? Thats pretty tight looking.
04-23-2008, 10:22 AM
jeenyusss

+1 for pie
05-01-2008, 07:48 AM
Emjay

Great write up. I just got my Xenith Xenons and am planning the install this weekend.

Quote:

Originally Posted by aug

...Test them out! and be like whoa...

My favorite line in DIY!
05-01-2008, 08:06 AM
FoReVaPmP

:clock: Nice Writeup pie boy!!!!.... I saved the first pic for my collection.:msmile:
05-01-2008, 09:54 AM
LMRacer77

So, are these the same steps I would use to install the Xenith Xenon H4 Bi-Xenons? I hate wiring....
05-01-2008, 10:10 AM
thechromecoyote

Quote:

Originally Posted by LMRacer77

So, are these the same steps I would use to install the Xenith Xenon H4 Bi-Xenons? I hate wiring....

yes. The bi- xenon setup from Xenith is plug and play for h4. There are lots of plugs, but most of them are for the blubs, not the OEM harness, thats just a single plug from the relay.
05-01-2008, 11:58 AM
LMRacer77

Quote:

Originally Posted by thechromecoyote

yes. The bi- xenon setup from Xenith is plug and play for h4. There are lots of plugs, but most of them are for the blubs, not the OEM harness, thats just a single plug from the relay.

Thank you Sir!
07-07-2008, 11:10 PM
hatchman_ep

Does this give you highs and lows or just one really brite glow?
07-12-2008, 10:50 AM
Unknownally

Great write up! I wish I could afford HIDs.
07-12-2008, 11:25 AM
liquid cooled

Heres where i mounted my ballasts (same spot on both sides.
I used 3m moulding tape (double sided tape that is designed for outdoor vehicle use) and zip ties just for extra insurance.

http://i234.photobucket.com/albums/e...Picture112.jpg

http://i234.photobucket.com/albums/e...Picture114.jpg