Unsuccessful replacement of bulbs with LEDs caused damage to the Mazda 6 optics

Mazda

The cost of work in each case is individual and depends on the condition of the vehicle optics, its malfunctions, the exchange rate when purchasing consumables and elements of vehicle optics and vehicle lighting.

Cost of works and materials:

Headlight disassembly/assembly
800 UAH
Lens mounting repair
350 UAH
Headlight corrector repair
350 UAH
Headlight wiring restoration
700 UAH

Overview

The owner of a Mazda 6 contacted us after oncoming drivers began flashing their headlights frequently — even when the low beams were on. He then decided to replace the stock bulbs with LEDs. However, the new bulbs did not fit, and when he tried to install one of them, the module mount broke.
We diagnosed the entire headlight with the standard lamps. A stationary stand showed an excessive tilt angle — this was the cause of the glare, not poor-quality lamps.
Instead of buying a new module, we used a donor ‘apple’. The module was assembled and adjusted. The light no longer blinds oncoming cars.
The headlight was reassembled and installed on the car. The light was adjusted on a test bench for automotive optics.
Even a simple replacement of lamps can cause damage if the lamps do not match the headlight design. Do not trust catalogues alone — it is better to consult specialists.
Cost of work performed:
More information
Car
Mazda 6
Completed works
- Headlight disassembly/assembly
  800 UAH
- Lens mounting repair
  350 UAH
- Headlight corrector repair
  350 UAH
- Headlight wiring restoration
  700 UAH
- The total cost
  2200 UAH
Result

The cost of work in each case is individual and depends on the condition of the car optics, existing problems, and the exchange rate when purchasing consumables and installation elements for car lights.

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