Headlight upgrade

2003 NISSAN WINGROAD
72,000 MILES • 4 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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CAPPSIMON
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Hi all
Am Simon from Nairobi. I have a problem with my 2003 Nissan Advan/Wingroad in that the headlights are 55/60 watts and they appear too dim especially at night in poorly lit roads or in bad weather. I talked to a friend who told me I can upgrade the bulb to 90/100 for more light. How can I upgrade the light safely without overloading the wiring? Kindly help.
Apr 11, 2011 at 10:00 AM
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KHLOW2008
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You need to rewire the headlight with additional relays for the higher capacity bulbs. The kit is readily available at most parts stores, however quality seems to be a problem I always encounter.

Another minus factor would be the bulbs would discharge more heat and if your headlamp lenses are plastic, they would turn yellow faster.



Apr 11, 2011 at 1:27 PM
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