Damage other than blown fuse ?

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klara - 15 Jan 2007 01:16 GMT

hi
I'm replacing the headlight

http://img69.imageshack.us/img69/6449/wiresas6.jpg
This wire pair (Balck & Red) (connector removed) powers the HID unit
(Inverter)
pictured here:
http://img186.imageshack.us/img186/7277/w9027zj2.jpg

I test-plugged i t to the HID unit.

Unknowingly the wires were in REVERSE position, so HID didn't come on
and the fuse (15A) was blown.

Have I done any damage to the car, wires or HID ?

thanks
2004 TSX

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Paul Hovnanian P.E. - 15 Jan 2007 02:43 GMT

> hi
> I'm replacing the headlight
>
> http://img69.imageshack.us/img69/6449/wiresas6.jpg

Sheesh. You'd think that they'd fit the wiring harness with a keyed
connector to prevent reversed connections.

What kind of car is this so I won't buy one like it by mistake?

> This wire pair (Balck & Red) (connector removed) powers the HID unit
> (Inverter)
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>
> Have I done any damage to the car, wires or HID ?

If it works when connected correctly, no. In fact, there may be a
reverse polarity diode in the inverter put there specifically to blow
the fuse and protect the electronics in the event it gets miswired.

If it doesn't work (once connected correctly), you've blown the
inverter.

> thanks
> 2004 TSX

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