2013 Ford Edge Se dual or single beam headlights.

[Aron Tigchelaar]

Hi guys, after scouring the forums I've found some topics on what I'm looking for, but am still slightly confused. It seems like the headlights in my edge are a single beam(single filament) and use a shutter in the projector to change from high to low beams. But after visiting my local Canadian tire(best store in Canada) they seem to tell me that it's a duel beam light (dual filaments) that I need. Can anyone clear this up for me? Been looking at getting an hid kit but then it would seem I need a bi-xenon? Thanks in advance

[cjh]

Your low beams are the halogen projectors, your high beams are the inner lights next to the grille.

 

EDIT: didn't see you have a 2013. Was referring to the 2015+ gen. Not sure if the same holds true or not.

Edited March 23, 2016 by cjh

[omar302]

It seems like the headlights in my edge are a single beam(single filament) and use a shutter in the projector to change from high to low beams.

This is correct, single bulb with single filament, shutter moves to create low/high beams (that's for 2011-2014 Edge & 2011-2015 MKX).

[Aron Tigchelaar]

This is correct, single bulb with single filament, shutter moves to create low/high beams (that's for 2011-2014 Edge & 2011-2015 MKX).

[Aron Tigchelaar]

Why would so many places seem to think I need a duel beam? even some websites online want me to get a bi-xenon.

[candurin]

Aron, it is likely simple confusion. As you have a Canadian edge, your Headlights are utilized as DRLs (simply a lower voltage is supplied to the headlight bulb). Perhaps all other places assume the DRL is operated via separate filament, but this is not the case. You can always call a dealer or even try a set of dual filament bulbs to ensure that this is NOT the type you need.

 

Also, be aware that you will need to go to a dealer (or anyone that has access to Ford's IDS tool) to have your DRLs relocated (via programming) from your headlights to your parking/turn lights. Otherwise, HID kits won't work at the reduced voltage and you will lose the DRL functionality anyway (or risk damaging your HID kit).

[Aron Tigchelaar]

That clears a lot up, thanks.