A3 HID Conversion Installed
#1
A3 HID Conversion Installed
I finally got an HID conversion kit to work. I tried two kits and they both strobed/flickered. After weeks of trying to get them to work with a relay running power off the battery and special capacitors, all it took was VAGCOM programming. If you don't have access to a VAGCOM, try a local shop specializing in Audi or maybe your dealer would do it for you. Once you hookup the VAGCOM, go to Module 09 (Central Electronics), and set Byte 21 to value 12. My old value was 11 for Halogen and 12 is for Xenon (not Bi-Xenon). I had previously found a couple VAGCOM locations for Bi-Xenon lights and tried those, but they didn't help. I also installed the FK angel eyes headlights to get the projector lens for the low beams (don't put HIDs in stock halogen housings).The light pattern is fine. FYI - if you want the angel eyes to work, you'll have to run power to them separately since they are wired to get power from a connection in the harness that isn't used (at least not on my car). I have them hooked up and like them (those who disagree feel free to refrain from comment). If someone comes out with R8 style lights, I'd definately upgrade to those.
Headlights with everything off, only angel eyes on and HIDs onwith angel eyes:
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Headlights with everything off, only angel eyes on and HIDs onwith angel eyes:
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#3
RE: A3 HID Conversion Installed
ORIGINAL: boywonder
What HID conversion kit did you use? And where'd you get the angel eyes?
It's looking pretty good - nice job!
What HID conversion kit did you use? And where'd you get the angel eyes?
It's looking pretty good - nice job!
#5
RE: A3 HID Conversion Installed
ORIGINAL: mc1191
the kit looks great btw.
how's the build quality of the housing? comparable to OEM?
the kit looks great btw.
how's the build quality of the housing? comparable to OEM?
#7
RE: A3 HID Conversion Installed
I'm a complete noob to all this, so please excuse my ignorance. But did you have to buy new housings PLUS bulbs, ballasts, and igniters when doing the xenon/angel eyes upgrade, or did the AMI housings come with the lighting assemblies as well? Also, how well have the lights held up to weather, etc.? Sorry to bring this train to a screeching halt, but like many out there, I've been looking to make this upgrade as well. Thanks in advance!
#8
RE: A3 HID Conversion Installed
ORIGINAL: pradsz
I'm a complete noob to all this, so please excuse my ignorance. But did you have to buy new housings PLUS bulbs, ballasts, and igniters when doing the xenon/angel eyes upgrade, or did the AMI housings come with the lighting assemblies as well? Also, how well have the lights held up to weather, etc.? Sorry to bring this train to a screeching halt, but like many out there, I've been looking to make this upgrade as well. Thanks in advance!
I'm a complete noob to all this, so please excuse my ignorance. But did you have to buy new housings PLUS bulbs, ballasts, and igniters when doing the xenon/angel eyes upgrade, or did the AMI housings come with the lighting assemblies as well? Also, how well have the lights held up to weather, etc.? Sorry to bring this train to a screeching halt, but like many out there, I've been looking to make this upgrade as well. Thanks in advance!
#9
RE: A3 HID Conversion Installed
So:
-No issues from weather (moisture seeping into the housings, for example), wires shorting, "low beam failure" warnings from the car computer, etc.?
- Also, did you have automatic light/dark sensors for your headlamps before the mod, and if so, does that feature still work with the switch?
- Lastly, how was the fit of the housing? Was it built perfectly to spec, or did you have to make any adjustments?
Sorry for pestering you, I just want to make sure I've got all my facts before I jump into a major mod like this (I realize this isn't that big a deal, but for someone who's uneasy about even OPENING the hood of his car, this counts as a "major" mod :-p). And just so you know, you happen to have the A3 I wish I had. I got a great deal on my brilliant black, but if I could do it again it'd be Ibis White with Open Sky in a HEARTBEAT. SO. DAMN. SEXY. Anyways, thanks again in advance!
-No issues from weather (moisture seeping into the housings, for example), wires shorting, "low beam failure" warnings from the car computer, etc.?
- Also, did you have automatic light/dark sensors for your headlamps before the mod, and if so, does that feature still work with the switch?
- Lastly, how was the fit of the housing? Was it built perfectly to spec, or did you have to make any adjustments?
Sorry for pestering you, I just want to make sure I've got all my facts before I jump into a major mod like this (I realize this isn't that big a deal, but for someone who's uneasy about even OPENING the hood of his car, this counts as a "major" mod :-p). And just so you know, you happen to have the A3 I wish I had. I got a great deal on my brilliant black, but if I could do it again it'd be Ibis White with Open Sky in a HEARTBEAT. SO. DAMN. SEXY. Anyways, thanks again in advance!
#10
RE: A3 HID Conversion Installed
ORIGINAL: pradsz
So:
-No issues from weather (moisture seeping into the housings, for example), wires shorting, "low beam failure" warnings from the car computer, etc.?
- Also, did you have automatic light/dark sensors for your headlamps before the mod, and if so, does that feature still work with the switch?
- Lastly, how was the fit of the housing? Was it built perfectly to spec, or did you have to make any adjustments?
Sorry for pestering you, I just want to make sure I've got all my facts before I jump into a major mod like this (I realize this isn't that big a deal, but for someone who's uneasy about even OPENING the hood of his car, this counts as a "major" mod :-p). And just so you know, you happen to have the A3 I wish I had. I got a great deal on my brilliant black, but if I could do it again it'd be Ibis White with Open Sky in a HEARTBEAT. SO. DAMN. SEXY. Anyways, thanks again in advance!
So:
-No issues from weather (moisture seeping into the housings, for example), wires shorting, "low beam failure" warnings from the car computer, etc.?
- Also, did you have automatic light/dark sensors for your headlamps before the mod, and if so, does that feature still work with the switch?
- Lastly, how was the fit of the housing? Was it built perfectly to spec, or did you have to make any adjustments?
Sorry for pestering you, I just want to make sure I've got all my facts before I jump into a major mod like this (I realize this isn't that big a deal, but for someone who's uneasy about even OPENING the hood of his car, this counts as a "major" mod :-p). And just so you know, you happen to have the A3 I wish I had. I got a great deal on my brilliant black, but if I could do it again it'd be Ibis White with Open Sky in a HEARTBEAT. SO. DAMN. SEXY. Anyways, thanks again in advance!