How-To : Aftermarket HID Conversion Kit Install Warning: Neither Focus Fanatics nor its Members may be held responsible for the outcome of performing such a modification to ones car(Ford Focus). Such acts are performed at ones own risk, and sole responsibility must be assumed. This may include, but not limited to, the voiding of Ford vehicles factory warranty. Always put safety first; using jackstands, eye protection, and all other required safety measures. It is also recommended to have supervision whenever possible. Items Needed: 1. Phillips Screwdriver 2. Drill 3. 1/8" Drill Bit 4. 10mm Socket 5. 1/2" Socket 6. Ratchet 7. Wire Cutter/Stripper 8. Electrical Tape 9. 3/4" Metal Screws or Use Provided Wire Ties 10. Latex/Rubber Gloves 11. Allen Wrench (Adjusting Head light) Optional for Non-Adapter Setup 1. Flat-Pin Connectors 2. 16 Gauge Female Connectors 3. 6' of 16 Gauge Wires Install Time: Difficulty Level: 1-2 Hours 4 Directions: Aftermarket HID Conversion Kit Close-up image of the HID kit. Optional Items These items are only required if you do not have an available H4 or 9007 adapter. Step 1 Remove the battery cover. Step 2 Use a 1/2" socket and ratchet, remove the battery strap. Step 3 Use a 10mm socket and ratchet, remove the negative battery terminal. Step 4 Repeat the same procedure for the positive battery terminal. Step 5 Remove the battery from the engine compartment. Step 6 Locate the rubber boot behind the head light housing. Step 7 Remove the boot. Step 8 Behind the boot there should be a plastic ring holding the light bulb in place. Rotate the ring counter clockwise to unlatch the bulb from the housing. Step 8 Put on your Latex glove and remove the bulb from the housing by pulling it straight back. Step 9 Cut four wires approximately 2' each. Step 10 Install and crimp the flat-pin connector at one end of the 16 gauge wire. Step 11 Install and crimp the female connector to the other end of the 16 guage wire. * Repeat Steps 10-11 for all four wires. Step 12 After completing Steps 10-11, your wires should look like this. Step 13 Locate the existing head light bulb socket. Step 14 Insert the wires completed in Steps 10-11 into each of the head light socket. Make sure the negative wire is inserted into the middle slot. The two outer slots are for your High and Low beam. Step 16 Use electrical tape to secure and seal the wires into place. Step17 Slide the plastic ring through the HID bulb. Step 18 Slide the bulb back into the head light housing and rotate the plastic ring clockwise to secure the bulb into place. Step 19 Use the provided double-sided tape, attach the mounting bracket to the ballast. Step 20 Using a 1/8" drill bit, drill a small hole into the fender wall. Then using a Phillips screwdriver and 3/4" screw, mount the ballast into place. Step 21 Repeat this procedure for the other side of the car. Step 22 Connect the wire harness to the 16 gauge wires leading from the head light socket. Plug the wire harness into the ballast and tape away any exposed wires. Step 23 Plug the wires leading from the HID bulb to the ballast. Step 23 Use wire ties to secure any extra wiring. Tuck away the loose wires behind the ballast. Step 24 Inspect the installation for any remaining exposed wires. Step 25 Turn the head lights on and make sure everything is working. Step 26 Should you need to adjust the aiming of the head lights. Park your car in front of a wall or garage and use an Allen wrench to adjust the vertical adjusters. Final Images Here are some night time images taken after completing the HID Conversion kit installation.