Lazerbeam,
I trust by now you have found an answer to your question.
You are correct. Your headlight housing has 'shutters' that block off or allow light. In simple terms it is a metal flap that folds up and lets more light through when you turn the brights on. The 2012 and 2013 explorer have the same setup.
The 9005 bulb is equivalent to H10, 9145, 9140 and HB3. You would be changing to a 9005 kit. They are available from many vendors, including us @ www.onyxlights.com
I'm happy to help if you have any other questions.
I trust by now you have found an answer to your question.
You are correct. Your headlight housing has 'shutters' that block off or allow light. In simple terms it is a metal flap that folds up and lets more light through when you turn the brights on. The 2012 and 2013 explorer have the same setup.
The 9005 bulb is equivalent to H10, 9145, 9140 and HB3. You would be changing to a 9005 kit. They are available from many vendors, including us @ www.onyxlights.com
I'm happy to help if you have any other questions.