Overview
The PIAA H13 Xtreme White Plus is a 4000K replacement bulb with an H13 base, rated 65/55W=85/75W. It is intended for headlamp sockets that take an H13 bulb and is a direct replacement, so the swap is to a bulb of the same base type.
The cool white output is meant to reveal road hazards and street signs sooner than a normal halogen bulb. XTRA Technology uses a proprietary gas mixture with an aerospace alloy filament, and the bulbs are engineered for sustained output where vibration and moisture protection are needed.
Key features
- 4000K white color for recognition, contrast and depth perception
- XTRA Technology gas mixture with aerospace alloy filament
- Quartz glass and alloy filament for long lasting performance
- Engineered for vibration and moisture protection
- Designed to optimize output of stock or aftermarket lights
- DOT/SAE compliant
Choosing and fitting an H13 bulb
An H13 bulb is a dual-filament headlamp bulb that serves both low and high beam from a single socket. Because the base is the first thing to check, compare the bulb’s base with the one in your headlamp before you buy, and look at the socket for heat marks or corrosion. A mismatched base will not seat, and forcing it can crack the glass or break the contacts.
Color temperature is a matter of taste and local rules. Cooler white bulbs look bright at night but can reduce contrast in fog or rain, so consider how you drive before choosing a higher Kelvin rating. Halogen bulbs of this type are often replaced in pairs so the two headlamps match in color and output over time.
- Check the socket for heat marks before fitting
- Replace bulbs in pairs for matched output
- Keep oils off the glass during installation
- Confirm lens and reflector condition before upgrading
Specifications
| Brand | PIAA |
|---|---|
| Bulb base | H13 |
| Color temperature | 4000K |
| Power rating | 65/55W=85/75W |
| Glass | Quartz |
| Filament | Aerospace alloy |
| Compliance | DOT/SAE compliant |
| UPC | 722935196183 |
Vehicle fitment
This bulb has universal fit, so the H13 base is the match to check against your headlamp socket before ordering.
Bulbs with a 9005 or 9006 base are different parts and will not seat in an H13 socket. Confirm your vehicle’s year, model and trim before ordering.
Installation notes
Match the H13 base to the socket, then replace the bulb with the headlamp switched off and the bulb cool to the touch.
What’s included
Check the package contents against your installation before starting.
