I have a 2008 RX400h. The HID lamp went dead and I tried replacing it. The replacement did not work, so I assume maybe the ballast is bad. I figured I might as well replace the entire assembly, since I also get condensation during the Summer months. During the winter the condensation clears up. Well, the Dealer wants about $1700 to replace the entire thing. Does anyone know where I can buy a cheap HID headlamp assembly and I can have my mechanic do the replacement for labor cost.
Also, another option would be to install the Halogen assembly. I see I can get that one about $120 vs $5-900 for the HID AFS Assemblies. I dont need the HID or the AFS feature. Does anyone know if I can put a normal Headlamp assembly into a car with the HID and AFS option. The dealer said no, thinking the wiring would be different, but I used to work for an Automotive supplier and they normally make all the wire harnesses exactly the same. So they don't have to know what options are going into the car later.
Thanks,
Anthony