Outstanding detailed step by step video... I thank you from all women that have slack ass men in their life . Videos like this help me be independent. Thank you
Thank you. Very detailed and to the point. I just ordered a ballast because my old bulb did not light up when I changed it. Now I can test it the correct way when I take the head light out again.
I was stumped. Paid for the expensive light bulb first. Sure wish I had seen this before that purchase. Awesome video presentation...especially liked the brevity and getting to the options quickly
I don't know what are how to say this ! But your video was awesome 👌 👏 😎 🙌 😍 😀 👌. I have 3 kids and over the road driver . And it's brothers like you that make life so smooth. And I bless you 🙏 thanks . And for those who want to down this cool ! But I've never done this before ! And for the head lights its $1000 ! For each I was told. God bless you 🙏 ❤ 🙌 !
Good videol, I would check fuses before dismantling anything, for right one access is tight after removing air filter box and wheel well cover, but it is not necessary to remove bumper. Left side is bit trickier . Tell tale of failing HID is turning pink, it might still last about week to month but is ready to be replaced, if bulb starts starts acting - delayed start, flickering but still lightning up when fidgeting with the switch is indication that ballast is going.. If acting fast , you can get replacement ready from Amazon before total fail. If the ballast fails replace bulb as well, it's bitch to do it again. Make sure to get HID's of the same temperature (stock is 4300K) or replace both. Best visibility is with 5000k, with 4300 and 6000 second. higher numbers go more fancy blue but are not as effective.
So I replaced my ballast already and it worked for a week then cut back off I also used gloves to buy new bulbs in. Any advice I was guessing a wiring kit but wasn't sure
I got a question I have 2010 cadillac dts premium the right fog lamp doesn't have power at the connector fuse it's good and the left fog light works good any help will be appreciated
Man, I thought you solved my problem! I checked fuse #11 and it was blown! I thought I would just replace the fuse and be done. Nope. The new fuse blew immediately. I'm guessing it's the ballast. Is there a way to get to the ballast without taking everything apart??
I replaced my ballast awesll as you did on my 2011 lasted 3 days but I did notice like on mine you have moisture inside im guessing that is the issue why it burned out again
Nando Ortiz mines has moisture and the light start flickering and went out a few days later. Did the light come back on with u changed the ballast again?
@@martinc1184 it will come back on and you will continue to buy ballasts every winter spring and fall... seems as if there is a flaw in the design of the drivers side headlights..... every escalade owner i know 07-14 has changed the driver side ballast at least once
Moisture damage my HID and ballast so I saw another video guy add silicone to all around the headlight where all the clips are and it work for me ever since I rarely see moisture. This headlights are really bad design and is common issue
Thank you. Very detailed, just one more thing , can u please explain how we can test the low and high beam bulb? also i'm replacing all possible light bulbs on my escalade 2010. just missing the little yellow ones, the little tiny yellow ones located on top of the light, do u know where can i get their replacement in LED??? thanks in advance for your help>
I bought a new ballast and headlights months later, may headlights went out...it rained a lot could water in the ballast cause lights to go out...on both sides...pls respond....
My right low beam is out. I bought new lamps and new ballast still not lit. I have one relay that controls both sides only right side is out. Could it be short ground? If so how do I test for it.
this is a very common issue with these trucks. tahoe, escalade, yukon. condensation builds up and falls to the bottom directly into the ballast which is located as you can see, on the bottom.
Hi. I’m having a similar problem but it looks like my light bulb wants to turn on but it doesn’t basically it kinda just flashes. What could it be the problem?
Great video !!! Thank you ! Ps. You don't have to remove the bumper for this .. im guessing you removed it for some other reason.. For the lower bolt.. you can reach up under your fender shroud with a 10mm socket and loosen it.. dont need to take it the whole way out ;)
omg. i missed that fuse. and it was the problem...this time, i've replaced 4 ballasts now 0 bulbs 1 fuse. i fucking hate these headlights. they just keep filling with condensation and everytime i take the ballast off its filled with water. i've resealed everything, tapped off everything. at this point i just buya new ballast every year and a few times a year take the headlight out to dry and call it good.
What’s the middle light bulb for? The top is running lights, bottom is on for bright and dem but Mines not working for bright or dem in the middle ,so it’s either the bulbs or electrical but I still need to know which feature it’s for , thanks
SMH the top light is your park light along with the yellow LEDs along the side.......the middle bulb is your daytime running lights and they come on when your suv is in drive and the headlights are not on
I have the same issue and replaced the bulb. I took it to a shop and they said it’s the module, I initially told them before hand that it’s probably the ballast long story short they’re telling it’s gonna cost $400 for the part from a Cadillac dealer, I’ve looked everywhere and can’t find a part cost that much, feels like I’m being ripped off. Also being charged $200 for a parking assist sensor. Your feedback is much appreciated
A CAUSE If you buy from a third party vendor that makes that same part I guarantee you the item will cost you 1/4 of the ridiculous $400 they are asking for. I found this out when I was also buying a OEM part, they love to rip you off sense they think only they can make the parts.
I just converted my entire front end to LED. While removing the front fascia gives you more room, it isn’t absolutely required. I removed all of the top bolts (under the plastic cover) and removed the two 7mm bolts and plastic retainer to reach the lower headlight bolt from inside the fenderwell. It takes some wiggling and pulling on the grille (don’t pull so hard that you break it, it IS only plastic!), but it can be done.
Justin Peyton yea.. the middle are the daylight running lights.. just put your lights on auto and they should come on in the daytime.. thers a lil round dome on your dash and thats what turns them on in the day..
blueresendez yeah the censor , well that’s odd having such big lights for day time 😂😂 that seems a stupid idea , the top should be used for that not what seems to be the highest bulb , sometimes I wonder about the designers of these cars
ArtsyRaccoon The middle lamp is your Daytime Running Lamp. It will only come on when the lamps are not turned on (daytime) and the vehicle is in gear. Test it the same as the headlight, except with those settings in place.
En el foco del lado del pasajero no tengo voltaje solo tierra pero el lado del pasajero si enciende lado pasajero todo está bien la balasta y el foco está bien solo no ay corriente positiva llegando allí. ... k puedo aser relebadores están bien fuciblesctbien. K Pedria estar mal
I have a question, I have a Cadillac escalade 2012 I take for a check up cause the left headlight, doesn't work, on the process they tell me that I have to change the whole thing, but they was charge me a lot of money. So I decided to buying by my self. And one of my friend made the installation but ain't work still doing the same thing. So,do you have an idea what can it be?
Good video. Who needs production quality when you just get to the facts.
Outstanding detailed step by step video... I thank you from all women that have slack ass men in their life . Videos like this help me be independent. Thank you
girl, say it again!! i try to do it all by myself too lol this video helps me greatly!
Thank you. Very detailed and to the point. I just ordered a ballast because my old bulb did not light up when I changed it. Now I can test it the correct way when I take the head light out again.
Bro you literally just solved so many problems for me. Thank you man you were very explanatory and helped tremendously thanks
I was stumped. Paid for the expensive light bulb first. Sure wish I had seen this before that purchase. Awesome video presentation...especially liked the brevity and getting to the options quickly
I don't know what are how to say this ! But your video was awesome 👌 👏 😎 🙌 😍 😀 👌. I have 3 kids and over the road driver . And it's brothers like you that make life so smooth. And I bless you 🙏 thanks .
And for those who want to down this cool ! But I've never done this before ! And for the head lights its $1000 ! For each I was told.
God bless you 🙏 ❤ 🙌 !
Good videol, I would check fuses before dismantling anything, for right one access is tight after removing air filter box and wheel well cover, but it is not necessary to remove bumper.
Left side is bit trickier . Tell tale of failing HID is turning pink, it might still last about week to month but is ready to be replaced, if bulb starts starts acting - delayed start, flickering but still lightning up when fidgeting with the switch is indication that ballast is going.. If acting fast , you can get replacement ready from Amazon before total fail. If the ballast fails replace bulb as well, it's bitch to do it again. Make sure to get HID's of the same temperature (stock is 4300K) or replace both. Best visibility is with 5000k, with 4300 and 6000 second. higher numbers go more fancy blue but are not as effective.
So I replaced my ballast already and it worked for a week then cut back off I also used gloves to buy new bulbs in. Any advice I was guessing a wiring kit but wasn't sure
Thank you looks like i have a bad ballast. Videos we're very helpful and to the point.
Do you know how to troubleshoot the approach lighting/ lights under mirror?
Do I need a different ballast for LED headlights?
I got a question I have 2010 cadillac dts premium the right fog lamp doesn't have power at the connector fuse it's good and the left fog light works good any help will be appreciated
Value of ohms of resistance means continuity. That is good. What am I missing?
My bulb looks black does it means it is bad and when I first start the escalade up it works but yhe color looks different
Man, I thought you solved my problem! I checked fuse #11 and it was blown! I thought I would just replace the fuse and be done. Nope. The new fuse blew immediately. I'm guessing it's the ballast. Is there a way to get to the ballast without taking everything apart??
I replaced my ballast awesll as you did on my 2011 lasted 3 days but I did notice like on mine you have moisture inside im guessing that is the issue why it burned out again
Nando Ortiz mines has moisture and the light start flickering and went out a few days later. Did the light come back on with u changed the ballast again?
@@martinc1184 it will come back on and you will continue to buy ballasts every winter spring and fall... seems as if there is a flaw in the design of the drivers side headlights..... every escalade owner i know 07-14 has changed the driver side ballast at least once
Kendrell unfortunately that’s is the only way just get a new set of factory lamps and check for a good seal
Do you have a link as to where you bought the headlights?
Moisture damage my HID and ballast so I saw another video guy add silicone to all around the headlight where all the clips are and it work for me ever since I rarely see moisture. This headlights are really bad design and is common issue
Thank you. Very detailed, just one more thing , can u please explain how we can test the low and high beam bulb? also i'm replacing all possible light bulbs on my escalade 2010. just missing the little yellow ones, the little tiny yellow ones located on top of the light, do u know where can i get their replacement in LED???
thanks in advance for your help>
What's the middle light do? Neither of my middle lights come on and they are both new.
So I already bought a new bulb I also bought a ballast that silver piece at the bottom and the light is still not working all the fuses are good
Do you have a video on removing the bumper to remove the whole driver side light assembly?
I bought a new ballast and headlights months later, may headlights went out...it rained a lot could water in the ballast cause lights to go out...on both sides...pls respond....
My right low beam is out. I bought new lamps and new ballast still not lit. I have one relay that controls both sides only right side is out. Could it be short ground? If so how do I test for it.
Hey Buddy ? How did the ballast cost
Do you know where I can buy those screws that secure the ballast to headlight.
Would a bad ballast kill your battery
How i know what's the right ballast for Cad 2007 ?
this is a very common issue with these trucks. tahoe, escalade, yukon. condensation builds up and falls to the bottom directly into the ballast which is located as you can see, on the bottom.
Hey both of my lights are not turning on. What do you think could be the issue that will cause them both to not come on
What's the center light for
What if the side orange array of lights are not working on the driver's side?
Hello, excuse me, I would like to know why the focus of the center does not turn on
How much do a balance cost
Nice Diagnostics thank you
Hi. I’m having a similar problem but it looks like my light bulb wants to turn on but it doesn’t basically it kinda just flashes. What could it be the problem?
Great video !!! Thank you !
Ps. You don't have to remove the bumper for this .. im guessing you removed it for some other reason..
For the lower bolt.. you can reach up under your fender shroud with a 10mm socket and loosen it.. dont need to take it the whole way out ;)
2:50 Why am I getting 0.05 volts to my headlight when I test it like this ⁉️ help bud
Is water an issue on these headlights for them blowing out either the bulb or the ballast mine has moisture in it as yours does in the video
yes, these headlights have a moisture problem and that's the main issue for the ballast since it sits at the bottom
I changed my headlight and just took a small portion of bumper loose..took only 25 minutes total time to change and put back together..1st timer
Got my ballst replaced twice on the driverside and the bulb still not working
How could I prevent water from entering the headlights...?
Great video... but what if I replace the bulb and ballast and still no light?
you will need to make sure that the fuse that goes to the correct side isn't blown
omg. i missed that fuse. and it was the problem...this time, i've replaced 4 ballasts now 0 bulbs 1 fuse. i fucking hate these headlights. they just keep filling with condensation and everytime i take the ballast off its filled with water. i've resealed everything, tapped off everything. at this point i just buya new ballast every year and a few times a year take the headlight out to dry and call it good.
What’s the middle light bulb for? The top is running lights, bottom is on for bright and dem but Mines not working for bright or dem in the middle ,so it’s either the bulbs or electrical but I still need to know which feature it’s for , thanks
SMH the top light is your park light along with the yellow LEDs along the side.......the middle bulb is your daytime running lights and they come on when your suv is in drive and the headlights are not on
Middle is DRL
Top is running light with low beam
Great help. Thank you
Great video bro
Thank you so much for the helpful video.
I have changed my passanger headlight 4 times since i got it sucks! Now i have replaced 2 ballast and still nothing
Thanks for the tip bro, exactly what you said it was.
I have the same issue and replaced the bulb. I took it to a shop and they said it’s the module, I initially told them before hand that it’s probably the ballast long story short they’re telling it’s gonna cost $400 for the part from a Cadillac dealer, I’ve looked everywhere and can’t find a part cost that much, feels like I’m being ripped off. Also being charged $200 for a parking assist sensor. Your feedback is much appreciated
A CAUSE If you buy from a third party vendor that makes that same part I guarantee you the item will cost you 1/4 of the ridiculous $400 they are asking for. I found this out when I was also buying a OEM part, they love to rip you off sense they think only they can make the parts.
Soooo you have to take the bumper off first?
I just converted my entire front end to LED. While removing the front fascia gives you more room, it isn’t absolutely required. I removed all of the top bolts (under the plastic cover) and removed the two 7mm bolts and plastic retainer to reach the lower headlight bolt from inside the fenderwell. It takes some wiggling and pulling on the grille (don’t pull so hard that you break it, it IS only plastic!), but it can be done.
Weh do the middle lights turn on.. i cant get mine to work
blueresendez did you figure it out? Just bought one and mine don’t work, are they suppose to come on for bright or dim?
Justin Peyton yea.. the middle are the daylight running lights.. just put your lights on auto and they should come on in the daytime.. thers a lil round dome on your dash and thats what turns them on in the day..
blueresendez yeah the censor , well that’s odd having such big lights for day time 😂😂 that seems a stupid idea , the top should be used for that not what seems to be the highest bulb , sometimes I wonder about the designers of these cars
Does this method work for the 2012 Escalade esv?
the middle lamp on the left doesn't work and i'm wondering what is the next step to find out
ArtsyRaccoon The middle lamp is your Daytime Running Lamp. It will only come on when the lamps are not turned on (daytime) and the vehicle is in gear. Test it the same as the headlight, except with those settings in place.
Help, mine sometimes works and sometimes it doesn't it blinks sometimes :(
Do I need a lemon too
En el foco del lado del pasajero no tengo voltaje solo tierra pero el lado del pasajero si enciende lado pasajero todo está bien la balasta y el foco está bien solo no ay corriente positiva llegando allí. ... k puedo aser relebadores están bien fuciblesctbien. K Pedria estar mal
Why am I popping ballast's
Thank you so much brother this very nice video
You are a godsend! thank you so much!
i have a Cadillac Truck and now I have no Headlights Left or Right!
Thank you so much, you are awesome
Thank you sir
Thanks Great info!
Mine appears to be the plug
Still have problem with my passenger headlights, change the new ballast
Lee Gutie got it figred it out?
Thank you so much great video
What will make the top headlight not come on...I already replaced.the bulb? So I know its not that
You don't have to take the whole entire dumper off all you have to do is take the top screws off the top of the bumper of the engine bay
The cost of a ballist
Tnx i was going to spend 300 on used one
Thank you 🙏
Thank you
Dude my cadi must be cursed I did everything you said and the light still will not turn on smh what’s next throw the whole truck away lol
Check your fuses bro
If you haven't already I mean.
❤❤❤
Thanks.
You don't need to remove the entire bumper unless you just enjoy wasting time!
I have a question, I have a Cadillac escalade 2012 I take for a check up cause the left headlight, doesn't work, on the process they tell me that I have to change the whole thing, but they was charge me a lot of money. So I decided to buying by my self. And one of my friend made the installation but ain't work still doing the same thing. So,do you have an idea what can it be?