Well...don't be tempted to go for the Slylvania Silverstar Ultra bulbs. Those don't seem to be highly recommended. Check this thread.
Well...don't be tempted to go for the Slylvania Silverstar Ultra bulbs. Those don't seem to be highly recommended. Check this thread.
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View my fuel log 2015 Mirage ES 1.2 manual: 52.2 mpg (US) ... 22.2 km/L ... 4.5 L/100 km ... 62.6 mpg (Imp)
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View my fuel log 2015 Mirage ES 1.2 manual: 49.6 mpg (US) ... 21.1 km/L ... 4.7 L/100 km ... 59.5 mpg (Imp)
Fummins (09-30-2019)
That's a new one. Can't see how the eff different headlights can throw those warning lights. Led's or hid's I can see but otherwise nope. I'd still check for what codes were stored for next time they come back on. You never did mention whether you have something plugged into the obd port?
Last edited by Fummins; 09-30-2019 at 07:26 PM. Reason: didn't realize this thread had two pages til just now. duh
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View my fuel log 2014 Mirage SE wussie cvt edition. 1.2 automatic: 37.7 mpg (US) ... 16.0 km/L ... 6.2 L/100 km ... 45.3 mpg (Imp)
Hey Fummins I forget - what headlamp bulbs are you using for your fleet? I'm sure you've found some are better (brighter/last longer?) than others.
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View my fuel log 2015 Mirage ES 1.2 manual: 49.6 mpg (US) ... 21.1 km/L ... 4.7 L/100 km ... 59.5 mpg (Imp)
We just use basic 9003 philips brand bulbs. I've installed brighter more expensive bulbs in other vehicles and they burned out noticeably faster than the plain jane ones.
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View my fuel log 2014 Mirage SE wussie cvt edition. 1.2 automatic: 37.7 mpg (US) ... 16.0 km/L ... 6.2 L/100 km ... 45.3 mpg (Imp)
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View my fuel log 2015 Mirage ES 1.2 manual: 49.6 mpg (US) ... 21.1 km/L ... 4.7 L/100 km ... 59.5 mpg (Imp)
Yes sir. Most last what seems like for ever but there are a few cars that just eat light bulbs like crazy. One will burn out then the other side a week later, then the other one again after a few months.
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View my fuel log 2014 Mirage SE wussie cvt edition. 1.2 automatic: 37.7 mpg (US) ... 16.0 km/L ... 6.2 L/100 km ... 45.3 mpg (Imp)
Local places (Walmart, AutoZone, etc...) in my area seem to carry standard Sylvania headlights ($8.75).
https://www.walmart.com/ip/Sylvania-...-Bulb/16913606
Walmart also carries standard Phillips headlights ($5.13) on their website.
https://www.walmart.com/ip/Philips-S...of-1/109979471
If the price is the same, I sometimes prefer Walmart over Amazon. If something is faulty, I can just return it to the store for a refund. Walmart will use various vendors at times, however, & that can eliminate the easy returns to the store.
Adding headlights to RockAuto.com order may be the cheapest option?
I haven't had to replace a factory headlight, but I have a basic Sylvania on hand. I may try to pick up a standard Phillips. It may be interesting to try both (Sylvania vs Phillips) at the same time, & see which one lasts longer?
Personally, I think the Mirage headlights throw a nice beam of light with just plain headlight bulbs. It also seems odd that the Sylvania Xtravision headlights were causing a problem? They seem to be a slight upgrade for just a couple bucks more.