Lighting
Can I make my foglights brighter?
There are three ways of making your foglights brighter. The first is to purchase brighter bulbs, which will also require glass lenses to replace the stock plastic ones. Another option is to remove the glare guards from around each of the bulbs and requires disassembly of the foglights. The third option is to replace them entirely with much better aftermarket units.
What kind of foglight bulbs does the Xterra use?
They are of the H3 halogen variety, typically 55w.
My fog lights are foggy!
The stock fog lights are notoriously "inexpensive." If you see moisture within the fog lights, remove the lens and dry/clean - allow the reflector and bulb to dry naturally. Do not use cloth or paper towels as you may damage the reflector. Clean or replace the lens gasket if necessary and re-assemble. Replace broken lenses or seal holes with clear silicone temporarily.
Consider replacing the stock fog lights entirely.
What kind of headlight bulbs does the Xterra use?
The replacement halogen bulbs are the 9004 series for the 2000-2001 model years and the 9007 series for the 2002-2003 models years.
Can I add higher wattage headlamp bulbs?
New bulbs are very popular "upgrades" but some exceed the stock wattage rating. Without upgrading your headlamp wiring harness or at the very least, replacing the stock ground run with higher gauge wiring - you will burn out the connector, generally.
