Many automakers use 2 similar bulbs: 9006/HB4 for low beams and 9005/HB3 for high beams.  The standard 9006 (55W) bulb produces 1000 lumens of light while the 9005 (65W) produces 1700 lumens.  With a simple modification you can convert the 9005 to fit into 9006 housings.

Note: 9005/6XS base bulbs do not have the right angle and are shorter & can be used in most instances with 9005/6 bulbs as long as the plug can be inserted.

Viewed from the back you will notice the top plastic tab of the 9005 bulb has more material towards the left, you will need to remove approx. half to get the bulb to fit into 9006 headlight/foglight housings

Note: some Toyotas can fit a 9005 into the 9006 housing without modification of the tab.

You will need:

• File/chisel tool or Dremel type tool
• Toe nail clippers, or cutting pliers
• Two 9005 bulbs
• Protective eye glasses

1) Remove 3mm of plastic from the left side of the center until you have 5-6mm left.  Don't worry this does not have to be precise

2) *Remove the two guides inside the socket.

*If you do not want to dremel out the middle groves we sell a conversion harness and headlight socket. CLICK HERE TO VIEW

This modification can also be done to convert 9005/HB3 to go into housings for 9145/H10 (45W)

Caution: this “mod” is not endorsed by either the manufacturer or Suvlights.com, it has been applied to some vehicles but will probably work on others. Additionally the modifications may involve work best done by a qualified mechanic.  You may wish to check with your local governing agency for being "street legal".