Upgrade to H7 LED Headlight bulbs…NOW! How to Install, Test & Review

In this video I test OSRAM Halogen H7 477 Bulbs v Halfords LED H7 477 Upgrade in a night comparison test so you can see the difference in upgrading with a full step by step install tutorial on by Abarth 595

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[ZERYN]

**Please note the labels are mixed up at **07:01**, Top is the H7 Led Bottom is the Osram H7, however it is clear to see the difference, Kindly accept my apologies**

[sebvds]

I will just say from experience in upgrading my headlights on my Volvo. They use projectors just like on your Abarth, but do be aware that the lens on the projectors are designed for halogens and not for LEDS, as the beam pattern differs between the different bulbs. Also bare in mind the reflectors within the projects do degrade with the exposure to heat for all those years, which will explain why mine used to be terrible, so no matter how bright your bulbs may be, the light output might only be ever so slightly better. Which is why i bought myself brand new projectors with in built LEDs which are insanely bright, they’re about the same as my dads brand new Audi which has factory fitted matrix LEDs. Just putting it out there that just an LED bulb replacement might not work for everyone, do your research lads👍

[tebogomogotsi]

I previously thought this kind of headlight will be a problem fitting it to the H7 socket. While in fact it's a plug n play connection. I'm definitely replacing my halogens very soon.

[volundrfrey]

I've done the led swap on my car, what I would say is that if your low/dipped and high beam are using the same bulb (most cars) then be careful. You don't want to be the guy blinding everyone coming towards you with your low beam, a lightbar hooked up to the high beam is usually not that difficult to install.

[chrisbow]

Great video. I was just about to buy these for my Transit van, but after reading the comments about MOT failures, and the mention on the eHalfords website that these bulbs are offroad only, I will be sticking the the standard bulbs, annoyingly.

[RHBengal]

Thanks for this video. The only thing missing is would you tell us what orientation did you set your bulbs at? I.e. 3 and 9 o'clock or 6 and 12? Thanks.

[JamzOs]

Just went to buy these today. Bloke let me open the box there’s no box (resister) did you get yours somewhere else ?

[davidriley]

At 3:26, are they’re Osram nightbreakers?

[faisalmehmood]

Dont forget guys. This modification is actually illegal and will most likely result in a failed MOT. You cannot convert Halogen headlights to LED headlights. You'll notice that when he shows the box, it specifically says "off road use only" meaning that it is not for use on main public roads. If you want actual road legal LED headlights, then you should buy an aftermarket entire headlight unit.

[brians]

Never showed the seal cover fitting back in place with the fan sticking out an extra 3cm...

[JamzOs]

Nice review mate
Are they error free? Wondering if there give error on my VW Tiguan

[tsomeky]

Hi there! I have a BMW X1 F48, and I have just replaced my H7 halogen with H7 LED from Amazon.
However they didn't come with a driver (or kit) - should I be worried about causing damage because of this? 😟
I have only tested them temporarily and seem to be working fine for now..
What do you think? Many thanks!

[simonattwood]

I am looking at these for my wife Fiat 500 hybrid. Do they seem much better than the horrible halogens on there at moment. Is the beam pattern OK doesn't dazzle passer bys. Thanks 👍🏻

[YouMeAtSixxxxxx]

Hiya, I want to change my abarth to LED also, you say it passed the MOT cause the beam pattern is ok. How do I make sure the beam Pattern is ok when fitting them?

[mocsok]

The Osram LEDriving XTR H7 LED looks like this. Which brand is the original manufacturer? 🤔

[simonattwood]

Sorry mate one more question b4 I go and grab a pair. How have they been in the car still all ok no error messages regarding the lights. Thanks 👍🏻

[davidriley]

This is really a game changer! The LED bulbs are so much brighter! The halogen bulbs are rubbish especially the pathetic yellow light and dim!! I also had a pair of LEDs too and they are so much better and see where I’m going!😅

[JamSr]

@ZER0Y0N, you made a labeling mistake starting at 8:59

[SlushieJ]

My country is trying to ban overly bright aftermarket lights in automotive.
Apparently incoming traffic gets blinded and are unaware how to drive, acting like a moth to the flames leading to crash.

[OLBV]

But don’t Halfords say retro fitting leds is illegal and these are for track and off-road use only? How did your car pass its mot?