{"product_id":"jaguar-f-type-x152-2018-2020-daytime-running-light-optical-tube-replacement-service","title":"Jaguar F-Type X152 2018-2020 Daytime Running Light Optical Tube Replacement Service","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRestore your Jaguar F-Type's daytime running lights with Lightwerkz's upgraded optical tube replacement and professional headlight repair service.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDim 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.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAt 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.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy Do Jaguar F-Type Daytime Running Lights Fail?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe original Jaguar F-Type headlight assemblies, particularly those produced from 2017 through late 2019\/2020, utilize a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003egloss black optical tube support component\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e surrounding the light entry optic.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis component is a major contributor to premature DRL failures.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAs this material deteriorates, it obstructs the optical pathway, resulting in reduced light transmission, uneven illumination, or complete DRL failure.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe LED chips themselves may still be functioning perfectly. The problem is that their light can no longer travel efficiently through the optical tube.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJaguar's Updated PUXA Headlight Revision\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFollowing widespread failures, Jaguar introduced an updated headlight design in late 2023 that addressed this heat-related weakness.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe original assemblies, commonly identified by the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePU2 designation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, utilized the problematic gloss black component.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe updated \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePUXA headlight revision\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e replaces this component with a white version designed to reflect more heat and reduce the likelihood of thermal damage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis change is significant because it addresses one of the primary causes of the original DRL failure rather than simply restoring the damaged optical components.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUnfortunately, complete PUXA replacement headlights can be difficult to obtain. Used assemblies are highly sought after, while new replacements frequently face limited availability and backorders.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Lightwerkz Solution: An Improved Repair, Not Just a Replacement\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLightwerkz 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.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOur repair incorporates the improved \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ewhite optical support component\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, replacing the original gloss black design responsible for excessive heat absorption and premature deterioration.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUnlike 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.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn many cases, the repaired headlight matches or even exceeds the brightness of the opposite, original assembly.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe're not simply replacing the damaged part. We're incorporating an improved design intended to address the reason it failed in the first place.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat Our Jaguar F-Type DRL Repair Service Includes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProfessional disassembly of the factory headlight assembly\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInspection of the optical tube, LED array, and associated components\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRemoval of the damaged optical tube and original gloss black support\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInstallation of our upgraded optical tube and improved white support component\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProfessional reassembly and resealing of the headlight\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFunctional testing of the repaired daytime running light\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy Choose Lightwerkz?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAddress the Root Cause:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Our repair incorporates the revised white optical support design rather than reinstalling the original heat-sensitive gloss black component.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRestore Factory-Like Brightness:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Our upgraded optical tube is engineered to provide strong, consistent light output comparable to the latest factory headlight revision.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAvoid Complete Headlight Replacement:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Preserve your original factory headlight assemblies and avoid the significant expense and limited availability of replacement PUXA headlights.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecialized Headlight Expertise:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Lightwerkz specializes in advanced automotive headlight repairs and modifications, including complex factory LED lighting systems.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNationwide Mail-In Service:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 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.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eImportant Service Information\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis service specifically addresses failures involving the optical tube and its associated support components.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLED chip array replacement is not included.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e If your headlight has defective LED chips or additional electronic failures, those issues may require separate repairs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePricing is per headlight assembly unless otherwise specified.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor the most consistent brightness and appearance, we recommend servicing both headlights when a noticeable difference exists between the two sides.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTurn around time is usually 2-3 business days. \u003c\/b\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAre you local? \u003c\/b\u003eFor an additional fee, customers may drop off their vehicle for a full service. Most services can be completed the same day!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eService comes with a 1 year warranty against condensation. \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReturn shipping is not included in the service. 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