Headlamp adjustment for Continental driving

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KDM
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Headlamp adjustment for Continental driving

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Hi.
How do I know if I have Xenon or Halogen headlamps? Manual for my C4 Picasso says if I have Xenons, I don't need bean convertors for driving on the continent.
My best guess is the Xenons are a "colder white" than the yellowish Halogens? What's the definitive source, please?
Thanks.
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Paul-R
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Re: Headlamp adjustment for Continental driving

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When you switch your headlamps on does the light on the wall do a little dance up and down? If they do they're high intensity lamps, xenon or LED depending on model and year. If they don't then probably they're halogen. Yes, high intensity lamps are a whiter light than halogen.

Maybe photo of the headlamps might help?

I'm sure if you posted the VIN someone could check the build details which would be a definitive answer.
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