XENON HID BULBSA GUIDE TO RING AUTOMOTIVE HID BULBS

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INTRODUCTIONThe Automotive Aftermarket has seen a steady increase in the demand for replacement Xenon High Intensity Discharge Bulbs (HID), also known as Gas Discharge or Xenon Bulbs.

Once the domain of luxury or executive vehicles, HID bulbs are now fi tted as standard to many vehicles.

At 3200 lumens, HID bulbs have a higher light output than halogen bulbs.

With a colour temperature of 4100oK they produce a crisp white light output that is close to daylight compared to the yellower 3000°K produced by standard halogen bulbs.

HID bulbs have a long life averaging around 3000 hours of use.

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XENON HID TECHNOLOGYUnlike conventional auto bulbs HID bulbs have no fi lament which are susceptible to vibration. Instead, there is a glass capsule in the centre of the bulb containing Xenon gas. Two metal electrodes sealed into the glass capsule enables a high voltage to arc across, igniting the Xenon gas which produces the light.

The start-up voltage required to arc across the capsule to ignite the gas is typically up to 26,000 volts.

Electrode Gas fi lled capsule

A BALLAST IS REQUIRED FOR EACH HEADLAMP.The ballast provides the correct voltage to start and operate the bulbs. The ballast for D2/D4 bulbs includes a starter to provide the 26,000v needed to ignite the bulb. In D1/D3 the starter is in the base of the bulb. Once a HID bulb has been ignited the ballast maintains a lower operating AC voltage. The operating voltage is 85v for D1 and D2 Xenon HID bulbs and 42v for D3 and D4 Xenon HID bulbs.

Typical Ballasts

Xenon CapsulePoint of ignition arc

Vehicleoperating

DC voltage

+ -

+ -

Vehicle operatingDC voltage

Ballast/Starter

26000 v AC start up85v AC continuous D242v AC continuous D4

Vehicleoperating

DC voltage

Vehicle operatingDC voltage

Ballast Starter Starter

26000 v AC start up85v AC continuous D242v AC continuous D4

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TYPES OF XENON HID BULBSThere are currently 4 types of Xenon HID bulbs;

D1, D2, D3 and D4. They have a suffi x of either R or S ie D1R or D1S. Bulbs with the suffi x R are designed to work in Complex Surface Refl ector headlamp units. Bulbs with the suffi x S are designed to work in Projector headlamps.

All Xenon HID bulbs must be fi tted with a direct replacement. So, if you remove a D2R Xenon HID bulb then it must be replaced with a D2R Xenon HID bulb.

D3 and D4 bulbs are more recent additions to the range and are designed to work with new compact ballasts. They are mercury free, so have better eco-friendly credentials. They also have a lower operating voltage – 42v AC.

COMPLEX SURFACEREFLECTOR HEADLAMPS

LENS REFLECTOR (ELLIPTICAL)

BULB

SHIELD

REFLECTOR (MULTIPLE MIRRORS)

BULB

BEAM PATTERN

R bulbs can be easily identifi ed by the black shield on the glass.

S bulbs have a clear glass

PROJECTOR HEADLAMPS

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4100oK

RANGE OF BULBSOE XENON HID

D2R D2S D1S D1R D3S D4S

D2R D2S D1S

XENON HID - BLUE

NEWIce Blue Range

5000oK

Part No. Type Voltage Wattage Base Barcode

R85122 D2S 85v 35w P32d-2 5055175211473

R85126 D2R 85v 35w P32d-3 5055175211480

R85402 D1S 85v 35w PK32d-2 5055175215129

R85406 D1R 85v 35w PK32d-3 5055175215112

R42302 D3S 42v 35w PK32d-5 5055175230610

R42402 D4S 42v 35w P32d-5 5055175230627

Part No. Type Voltage Wattage Base Barcode

R85122B D2S 85v 35w P32d-2 5055175230634

R85126B D2R 85v 35w P32d-3 5055175230641

R85402B D1S 85v 35w PK32d-2 5055175230658

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FAULT DIAGNOSIS

SAFETY CHARACTERISTICS

A Xenon HID system is made up of different components. Follow the simple checks to replace the correct part.

1) Check the ballast.You should hear an electrical switching noise around the headlight area, this is the ballast trying to ignite.

2) If the ballast can be heard then the bulb requires replacing.

3) If no noise is heard then check the relevant fuse (see vehicle handbook).

4) If the fuses are ok, the ballast or wiring are at fault. Consult an auto electrician.

Due to the high start-up voltage approx. 26,000 volts, in a HID system, safety features have been built in.

1) The Xenon HID system will automatically shut down if a fault occurs.

2) The Xenon HID system will automatically shut down if a cable is removed during operation.

3) In the event of a failed bulb the system will only try to light the bulb 7 times to protect the ballast electronics.

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BULB REPLACEMENTXenon HID bulbs require a high starting current that can be hazardous. This fi tting guide has been produced to show, step by step, how Xenon HID bulbs can safely be replaced.

NOTE: Before commencing any fi tting operation, ensure the vehicle is parked off the road with the handbrake on.

Step 1

Step 2

Consult the vehicle hand book for advice on how to remove the headlamp fuse.

IDENTIFY THE BULB REFERENCEThis can be found in the handbook or on the Headlamp unit. Alternatively check on Ring’s Find My Bulb App at www.ringautomotive.co.uk

1*D1S 1*PY21W

Made in AT63.11-7 259 547000000004573538

ZKW 15473

15474

011b 02A 00RLPL 4 12,501XCVERT

E 721.71.000.00 ECE links

07

12v

28-Feb-12EPR141k AI07 RL

24v

D3SD3S

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ISOLATE THE LIGHTING CIRCUIT1) Turn off the ignition and remove the keys.

FITTING - ACCESS TO THE BULBi) Consult vehicle handbook on to access the headlamps. ii) Replacement procedures differ from vehicle to vehicle. iii) This guide shows common easy to fi t procedures.

2) Switch off the headlight switch.

TYPE 1 - HEADLAMP REMOVAL➊ Remove the headlamp as per handbook. This could be a quick release system or Torx system. ➋ Disconnect the power connector. ➌ When removing the headlamp take care not to scratch the lens onany hard surface.

3) Remove the headlamp fuse.

Step 3

Step 4

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TYPE 2 - WHEEL ARCHTurning the wheel into full lock will help gain access.(Remember to remove key from ignition after locking wheels)

REMOVING THE BULB

FOR D1 AND D31) Disconnect the ballast ➊

2) Unclip metal retainer ➋

NOTE: If there is no metal retainer clip. Quarter turn the bulb anticlockwise to unlock

3) Remove the bulb ➌

Step 5 continues on the next page ➡

Step 5

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1) Rotate anti-clockwise and disconnect the connector ➊

2) Unclip metal retainer ➋

3) Remove the bulb ➌

FOR D2 AND D4

REPLACE WITH NEW BULBi) Replace the bulb following the previous instruction in reverse.ii) Check all the connections are made correctly.iii) Replace the headlamp assembly covers, removed to access

the headlamp.

CHECKINGi) Replace the lighting fuse and test the headlights are

working correctly.ii) Check headlight alignment

Step 5 continued

Step 6

Step 7

NOTE: Due to the unique aging process of Xenon HID bulbs, to ensure a colour match only replace in pairs.

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The Automotive Aftermarket has seen a steady increase in the demand for replacement Xenon High Intensity Discharge Bulbs (HID) also known asGas Discharge or Xenon bulbs.

• Ring stock a full and comprehensive range, including the latest D3 and D4 references

• All Ring Xenon HID bulbs are OE quality

• Application and fi tting guides available

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