Jaguar F-Type X152 2018-2020 Daytime Running Light Optical Tube Replacement Service

Restore your Jaguar F-Type's daytime running lights with Lightwerkz's upgraded optical tube replacement and professional headlight repair service.

Dim or completely failed daytime running lights are a common problem on Jaguar F-Type headlights. Unlike many vehicles where DRL failures originate from defective LED chips, the Jaguar F-Type has a known weakness in the optical tube assembly that can cause significant light loss even when the original LEDs remain operational.

At Lightwerkz, we've partnered up with a manufacturer that offers a specialized repair solution that addresses the underlying failure, restores to factory brightness, and incorporates improvements inspired by Jaguar's latest headlight revision.

Why Do Jaguar F-Type Daytime Running Lights Fail?

The original Jaguar F-Type headlight assemblies, particularly those produced from 2017 through late 2019/2020, utilize a gloss black optical tube support component surrounding the light entry optic.

This component is a major contributor to premature DRL failures.

The gloss black material absorbs heat generated around the LED light source. Over time, excessive heat can cause the material to deteriorate, deform, and melt into the precision optical components responsible for transferring light into the daytime running light guide.

As this material deteriorates, it obstructs the optical pathway, resulting in reduced light transmission, uneven illumination, or complete DRL failure.

The LED chips themselves may still be functioning perfectly. The problem is that their light can no longer travel efficiently through the optical tube.

Jaguar's Updated PUXA Headlight Revision

Following widespread failures, Jaguar introduced an updated headlight design in late 2023 that addressed this heat-related weakness.

The original assemblies, commonly identified by the PU2 designation, utilized the problematic gloss black component.

The updated PUXA headlight revision replaces this component with a white version designed to reflect more heat and reduce the likelihood of thermal damage.

This change is significant because it addresses one of the primary causes of the original DRL failure rather than simply restoring the damaged optical components.

Unfortunately, complete PUXA replacement headlights can be difficult to obtain. Used assemblies are highly sought after, while new replacements frequently face limited availability and backorders.

The Lightwerkz Solution: An Improved Repair, Not Just a Replacement

Lightwerkz has partnered directly with a manufacturer to develop an upgraded optical tube replacement engineered to restore the strong, uniform illumination of the latest PUXA headlight revision.

Our repair incorporates the improved white optical support component, replacing the original gloss black design responsible for excessive heat absorption and premature deterioration.

Unlike many aftermarket optical tube replacements that restore only a portion of the original brightness, our upgraded solution is designed to deliver OEM-like light transmission and consistent daytime running light output.

In many cases, the repaired headlight matches or even exceeds the brightness of the opposite, original assembly.

We're not simply replacing the damaged part. We're incorporating an improved design intended to address the reason it failed in the first place.

What Our Jaguar F-Type DRL Repair Service Includes

• Professional disassembly of the factory headlight assembly

• Inspection of the optical tube, LED array, and associated components

• Removal of the damaged optical tube and original gloss black support

• Installation of our upgraded optical tube and improved white support component

• Professional reassembly and resealing of the headlight

• Functional testing of the repaired daytime running light

Why Choose Lightwerkz?

Address the Root Cause: Our repair incorporates the revised white optical support design rather than reinstalling the original heat-sensitive gloss black component.

Restore Factory-Like Brightness: Our upgraded optical tube is engineered to provide strong, consistent light output comparable to the latest factory headlight revision.

Avoid Complete Headlight Replacement: Preserve your original factory headlight assemblies and avoid the significant expense and limited availability of replacement PUXA headlights.

Specialized Headlight Expertise: Lightwerkz specializes in advanced automotive headlight repairs and modifications, including complex factory LED lighting systems.

Nationwide Mail-In Service: Customers throughout the United States can ship their headlights directly to Lightwerkz for professional repair. Local customers can also arrange in-shop service at our East Hanover, New Jersey facility.

Important Service Information

This service specifically addresses failures involving the optical tube and its associated support components.

LED chip array replacement is not included. If your headlight has defective LED chips or additional electronic failures, those issues may require separate repairs.

Pricing is per headlight assembly unless otherwise specified.

For the most consistent brightness and appearance, we recommend servicing both headlights when a noticeable difference exists between the two sides.

This service requires sending in your own lights. A core service is not offered. Your original headlights will be returned after we carefully remove the old lenses, old sealant, and install new butyl sealant and lenses.

Turn around time is usually 2-3 business days. The current lead time is listed under the "add to cart button" and we may be able to meet specific deadline requests. Please contact us before sending in your lights if you have a specific deadline in mind. Instructions will be provided via email after placing your order.

Are you local? For an additional fee, customers may drop off their vehicle for a full service. Most services can be completed the same day!

Service comes with a 1 year warranty against condensation. 

Return shipping is not included in the service. Customers will be responsible for the actual return shipping charges. Every outgoing shipment is fully insured to ensure safety during transit. For instructions on how to properly pack and ship your lights to us, please refer to the instructional video provided. 

What is your shipping cutoff time? 

Cutoff time is 1pm EST. Assuming we have all your parts in stock, the order should ship the same day. If you need a product by a specific date, please call us to find out if its possible to meet your deadline before ordering. Please be aware that there may be discrepancies with shipping calculators or “in stock” status of a product. 

Will I receive a tracking number? 

Of course! As soon as your order is shipped you will receive a tracking notification through email. You can also always log into your account and check the tracking information on the order. 

Is shipping free? 

Orders over $99 qualify for free shipping within the contiguous  United States. *Services are excluded from free shipping. We will chose the most economic method. If you need a product as quickly as possible, always best to chose an expedited shipping option. 

Return Window

We allow up to 90 days from the original purchase date to return your item for an exchange or store credit. If you wish to return the product for a refund, we allow up to 45 days from the original purchase date. 

Shipping 

Customers are responsible for return shipping costs, unless of course we made an error when we shipped out the order. Please contact us if an error was made, we can send over a return label to the email address on file to begin the exchange process. 

Refunds/Store Credit

Please be advised that any free shipping promotions used on the original order will be forfeited if the order is returned and the original shipping costs (paid or unpaid) will also be deducted from the refundable amount.  Refunds can only be processed to the original payment method. Store credit will be sent through an email gift card, which you can apply to your next order with us. 

Our standard restocking fee structure is outlined below. Please refer to our exchange and refund policies for important timelines. 

Tier 1: Perfect condition. (Unopened & like-new) = 90% refund or 100% store credit.
Tier 2: Re-conditionable. (Packaging opened or damaged) = 80% refund or 90% store credit.        
Tier 3: Inability to restock. (Product & packaging both damaged) = 70% refund or 80% store credit. 

Exclusions

If the part has been installed, and shows signs of use, we are unable to take the product back for an exchange or refund. Original Osram and Philips bulbs cannot be returned if the authenticity seal has been broken. Any special ordered item, such as a custom headlight conversion, is not eligible to be returned. 

HID and LED bulbs are street legal in the USA for Fog Light use only. Not compliant with DOT / FMVSS108 and not street legal in the USA for Headlights. Legal for off-road use in Snowmobile and ATV headlights and off-road racing use only auxiliary or forward lighting. International street legality varies by country. 

Note: This usage regulation is not unique to products found on our website. All LED and HID bulbs from all other brands, regardless of marketing claims, are prohibited from street use in halogen headlights in the USA. To find street legal LED headlight assemblies, click HERE.