THE FABIA CLUB

fablover · Newbie Joined: 30 Apr 2013 Posts: 2

Hi Fellow Fablovers,

I'm facing serious issues driving at night as my new office is ~25km and have to now compulsorily drive in late evening

My Fab's(Ambiente Plus 1.2 TDI CR) headlights are completely inadequate and with rains in bangalore its becoming a nightmare to drive over potholes and bumps
Last night I missed seeing a bump and luckily did no damage as was at ~30-40kmph

Have complained many times to skoda and also spoken to customer service managers , but they are saying our headlights passed all tests and you cannot upgrade as it would void the warranty !

Pls let me know if any of you have upgraded to higher wattage bulbs, and any good dealer in bangalore to do the same

many thanks
Fablover

fabia652@gmail.com · Posted: Fri May 24, 2013 1:00 pm Post subject: Re: Headlights upgrade

hisundeep · Newbie Joined: 16 Aug 2011 Posts: 37

Hi,

Even i'm planning to go for higher wattage bulbs. Here is the outcome of my research.

You can go in for 100/90W bulbs with Relay(Cut-out) harness which comes with ceramic holders.

Bulbs:
1) Philips Rally or Extreme Vision
2) Osram Night Breakers

Pricing should be around 900/- to 1,200/- range

Relays:
1) Roots
2) Hella
3) Philips

Pricing should be around 800/- to 1,400/- range

All these relays come as plug n play. So, no skinning of existing wires. However, long usage over an extended period will damage the reflectors due to excess heat generated. Occasional usage should be fine.
Make sure you are buying from a dealer as there are lots of fake bulbs in the market.
Let us know your experience once you get it replaced. Smile

fabia652@gmail.com · Posted: Wed May 29, 2013 9:44 am Post subject:

fablover · Newbie Joined: 30 Apr 2013 Posts: 2

thanks Fellow Fab lovers,

Hisundeep,

I ve found a reliable local dealer, recommended by a friend in Jayanagar
He is also suggesting same thing 90/100 bulbs + Relay unit

He assured me that even I can replace them back to stock unit, anytime

Charges approx 2000/- for whole work.

My 1st service is due next month, so will manage for a month and then upgrade.

He demo-ed me how it will be done without cutting any exisiting wire.
Plus, you're right they will cut a hole in the back cover to insert the blubs

He didnt mention any over-heating issues, as new bulb will have new wire connected to batteries to draw power...will double check again.

Thanks
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hisundeep · Newbie Joined: 16 Aug 2011 Posts: 37

I was getting a pair of horns installed and in the meantime checked the Relay Harness. Yes you are right, the back of the reflectors need to be cut as there is no spacing for the new set of wires/ceramic holders from the relay. So, over a period of time there are chances that dust enters into the reflectors.

Using adhesive tape might not solve the problem, they might come out 'coz of the heat generated.