HID Light Bulb help??=(
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Joined: Oct 2011
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From: California
HID Light Bulb help??=(
it's my first time to this forum... so HI =]
I bought 2006 base Mustang(Pony package) used few months ago...
Wasn't my first option.... but I still love my car=]
anyway... i am a GIRL....... don't KNOW ANYTHING about cars...
(even though it's my second car.. only thing I know is how to load gas?)
my mustang had HID light when i bought it..
and my light have been having problem of not being turned on occasionally..
but if i turn it on&off multiple times i will get them...
NOW it's almost as if it doesn't turn on at all... and too much of hassle
i decided to change my bulb but SO lost with as to which bulb to get it...
my dad tried to change it for me.. but he's first to HID too.. so HE"S LOST...
went to local store with the bulb... but they said their OUT..=(
i was going to order on ebay... but too many options...=(
previous owner used 6000k brightness one but other than that...
I DON'T HAVE A CLUE =( help PLEASE !!!!!!!!!!!!
I bought 2006 base Mustang(Pony package) used few months ago...
Wasn't my first option.... but I still love my car=]
anyway... i am a GIRL....... don't KNOW ANYTHING about cars...
(even though it's my second car.. only thing I know is how to load gas?)
my mustang had HID light when i bought it..
and my light have been having problem of not being turned on occasionally..
but if i turn it on&off multiple times i will get them...
NOW it's almost as if it doesn't turn on at all... and too much of hassle
i decided to change my bulb but SO lost with as to which bulb to get it...
my dad tried to change it for me.. but he's first to HID too.. so HE"S LOST...
went to local store with the bulb... but they said their OUT..=(
i was going to order on ebay... but too many options...=(
previous owner used 6000k brightness one but other than that...
I DON'T HAVE A CLUE =( help PLEASE !!!!!!!!!!!!
4th Gear Member
Joined: Nov 2010
Posts: 1,717
From: Indiana
Welcome. I know very little about the HID option for the mustangs from the factory, but I'll try to throw some info your way.
First off, the bulb size on a mustang will always be H13 (or 9008 either will work).
The problems you are describing could be any variety of wiring problems (maybe frayed, or the ballast(s) is/are going out?). Or you can get lucky and it could be the bulb is bad. I would just try replacing it [the bulb] first, and see if that solves your problem. If not, post back here.
From this thread:
https://mustangforums.com/forum/2005...tting-off.html
It seems that just ANY HID replacement will not do. So you are going to need exact factory replacements (or another bulb with the same wattage) if you want to change out the bulbs, they are called Osram Xenarc D3R 35W bulbs, from what I have been told.
Now you asked about color temps? In my opinion, you should never exceed 6000K, that will give you a nice light blue tint along with a very pure white base color. Anything greater than that will be deeper and deeper blue, then eventually purple (around 8000K-9000K).
Anything below 6000K will be white, and below 5000-4000K will obviously be yellow-white (lower than that and you start to get into the superstar sylvania bulbs, WHICH ARE NOT HID, so do NOT use those).
Are you asking how to change the bulbs? There should be a write up somewhere on this forum just search it, otherwise let me know, I or another forum member can guide you through the process- its fairly simple.
First off, the bulb size on a mustang will always be H13 (or 9008 either will work).
The problems you are describing could be any variety of wiring problems (maybe frayed, or the ballast(s) is/are going out?). Or you can get lucky and it could be the bulb is bad. I would just try replacing it [the bulb] first, and see if that solves your problem. If not, post back here.
From this thread:
https://mustangforums.com/forum/2005...tting-off.html
It seems that just ANY HID replacement will not do. So you are going to need exact factory replacements (or another bulb with the same wattage) if you want to change out the bulbs, they are called Osram Xenarc D3R 35W bulbs, from what I have been told.
Now you asked about color temps? In my opinion, you should never exceed 6000K, that will give you a nice light blue tint along with a very pure white base color. Anything greater than that will be deeper and deeper blue, then eventually purple (around 8000K-9000K).
Anything below 6000K will be white, and below 5000-4000K will obviously be yellow-white (lower than that and you start to get into the superstar sylvania bulbs, WHICH ARE NOT HID, so do NOT use those).
Are you asking how to change the bulbs? There should be a write up somewhere on this forum just search it, otherwise let me know, I or another forum member can guide you through the process- its fairly simple.
Last edited by aaquib1992; Oct 6, 2011 at 05:00 PM.
3rd Gear Member
Joined: Jul 2008
Posts: 963
From: Tampa, FL
it is mostly likely an aftermarket HID kit (I dont think a 2006 v6 even had an HID option factory).
These kits have all kinds of problems, and the problem you are describing is common.
The ballast is failing or has already failed. The bulb is probably fine. Replacing the bulb will most likely not fix the problem.
The cheapest solution would be remove the HID kit completely and go back to the stock bulbs. Or you can get a new aftermarket HID kit for around $120. The are very simple to install and are completely plug and play!
These kits have all kinds of problems, and the problem you are describing is common.
The ballast is failing or has already failed. The bulb is probably fine. Replacing the bulb will most likely not fix the problem.
The cheapest solution would be remove the HID kit completely and go back to the stock bulbs. Or you can get a new aftermarket HID kit for around $120. The are very simple to install and are completely plug and play!
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