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Old 11-19-2021, 09:45 PM
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Default 2003 350z - HID or Halogen?

Hey 350z fam!

I've scanned online as much as I can but can't seem to find a clear answer.
I need to replace the low-beam headlight on my 2003 350z Touring model (Australia, if it makes a diff)
I believe the bulb will either be H7 or D2R but want to confirm before purchasing.

Is there a simple way to check whether it's HID or Halogen without taking off the headlight?

Also let me know if pics would help, more than happy to post.

Thanks in advance!
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After further inspection I was able to find small writing on the front corner of the headlight which lists the bulbs.

Sharing in case anyone else finds this valuable in the future.


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Old 11-20-2021, 03:44 AM
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It looks like you figured it out based on the stamps on the lens, but you can always confirm by removing part of the fender liner to see if there's a ballast on the underside of the housing.

Or, HID bulbs have a slight "warm-up" time period of a few seconds where they will appear sort of "blue-ish" before fading into a whiter color once you illuminate them. The H7 halogen bulb color will be consistent on startup.
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