The Jetta VA3 can be considered a cost-effective compact car. The starting price of more than 60,000 is relatively low. Therefore, the configuration of the vehicle is mainly practical. All models on sale are equipped with ordinary The halogen headlights do not use the currently popular LED headlights, and the lighting effect is relatively average.
In fact, the headlights of a vehicle are a very important configuration feature. It can be said that it is difficult to walk without headlights when walking at night. The halogen headlights equipped with the original Jetta VA3 have a very average lighting effect at night. If the headlights are turned on in urban areas, there is basically no lighting effect and they are directly covered by street lights, which still poses certain safety risks. Because if the vehicle headlights can illuminate farther and wider, then potential safety hazards on the road ahead can be discovered as early as possible, so that there will be more time to deal with them, and many accidents can be avoided. Since the lighting effect of the vehicle is so important and the halogen headlights of the original car are average, we will study the modification of the headlights of the original car. The model modified this time is the 2019 1.5L Manual Joy Edition.
First, let’s talk about the legality of modifying headlights. Judging from the relevant domestic laws, regulations and annual review policies, there are actually no overly strict requirements for headlight modifications. As long as the original car's headlights are reasonably modified, the lighting brightness and tangent of the headlights are guaranteed. As long as you meet the requirements, you can pass the annual review online. Be careful not to modify alternative lights such as devil eyes, angel eyes, etc. This will definitely not work.
Secondly, the choice of modification accessories. This modification only replaces the high beam of the original car, because the low beam is basically used in urban areas, and there will also be auxiliary lights on the road. A slightly worse lighting effect will have little impact on driving safety, and the high beam is basically used for running speed. Or it is used purely at night and has higher requirements for lighting effects. The headlight high beam of Jetta VA3 uses the H1 model. If it is better, you can just buy it accordingly. Judging from the current development of headlights, LED headlights are a mainstream trend. Many models are equipped with LED headlights as standard in the original car. The original Jetta VS5 is also equipped with LED headlights, so the modification uses LED light sources. , the price purchased online is about 300 yuan per pair, and you must buy the ones specifically for the original car.
Finally, the actual modification steps. Because the purchased headlights are specially used for special cars, the main replacement operation is to remove and install the headlight source, which is relatively easy and does not require any major technical difficulty.
The first step is to remove the original car's headlight high-beam bulb. After opening the engine compartment, you can see the tail of the headlights on both sides. Near the inside is the high beam of the headlights. First open the dust cover at the back, then open the fixed spring buckle and then remove the original Car light bulb.
The second step is to install the new LED light source. First assemble the adapter base on the LED lamp to the lamp holder, then fix the limit spring, insert the LED lamp into it, and adjust the lamp beads to the appropriate direction. Then test the headlight lighting condition and continue to adjust if there are any problems.
The third step is to assemble the LED light source accessories. Assemble the headlight wiring and accessories into the headlight body and secure them, and then cover the dust cover on the tail of the headlight. Note that since the LED light source has heat dissipation parts, it is recommended to replace the dust cover with a slightly larger size to reserve more space.
Generally speaking, it is very practical to modify the high beam of the headlights of the vehicle. After all, the high beam is used most when walking at night. After modification, it will be more comfortable and safer to run.
