I just wanted to start this thread to further help with the Bi-Xenon headlight issues. There is an EXCELLENT thread here started by RRPhil. It shows very accurately how to remove the headlight assembly for service and test. However, I have seen several errors in various posts as to the cause of certain problems with the headlights and parts common names. I will be posting an additional repair procedure over the next couple of days with pictures on how to repair headlights with intermittent start and ones that are not fixed by replacing the Ballast.
This is the igniter for the Xenon bulb. [attachment=0:1jnd5fhm]4294967240.jpg[/attachment:1jnd5fhm] Back in the day, this was also referred to as a flyback transformer. It boosts low voltages to VERY high voltages (although very low current... if you got bit by it, it would smart, but not really hurt you) THIS is the ONLY place that high voltage exists in the system. This unit is inside the headlight assembly. It is also the cause of many of the failure to ignite for two or three tries AND dead light problems. It is also used in Mercedes, Audi, VW and Mazda (maybe others). They retail for around $70.
Someone may need to correct me on this (I am not close to my RAVE at the moment), but I do not think LR offers this as a separate part, but there are many sources for it. Anyhow, I will show you how to get the part out and back in to your headlamp and stop all those intermittent and dead headlamp problems.
I will also try to offer my assistance on any sound system/upgrades/electronics issues that some owners have. I own a distributor/retail company that offers upgrades for several european cars (LR included). However, I am not currently a sponsor, so I will not advertise here ... only offer help.
Stay tuned for those pictures and guide to headlamp service over the next couple of days!
This is the igniter for the Xenon bulb. [attachment=0:1jnd5fhm]4294967240.jpg[/attachment:1jnd5fhm] Back in the day, this was also referred to as a flyback transformer. It boosts low voltages to VERY high voltages (although very low current... if you got bit by it, it would smart, but not really hurt you) THIS is the ONLY place that high voltage exists in the system. This unit is inside the headlight assembly. It is also the cause of many of the failure to ignite for two or three tries AND dead light problems. It is also used in Mercedes, Audi, VW and Mazda (maybe others). They retail for around $70.
Someone may need to correct me on this (I am not close to my RAVE at the moment), but I do not think LR offers this as a separate part, but there are many sources for it. Anyhow, I will show you how to get the part out and back in to your headlamp and stop all those intermittent and dead headlamp problems.
I will also try to offer my assistance on any sound system/upgrades/electronics issues that some owners have. I own a distributor/retail company that offers upgrades for several european cars (LR included). However, I am not currently a sponsor, so I will not advertise here ... only offer help.
Stay tuned for those pictures and guide to headlamp service over the next couple of days!
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