Straight and to the point. Quick tip: wrap or seal those scotchlock connectors as they are not weather tight and will eventually lead to wire corrosion.
The one part they always skip over is figuring out how they know the green wire is the turn signal. Was it a schematic? A multimeter? A lucky guess? Your favorite color? That's part of the process too.
Easiest way is to just google it. One other way is to look at both left and right sides. The color that is different on both sides is the turn signal. (e.g. Left side has green/brown/black and right side has yellow/brown/black then you know it is the green and yellow wires)
Hey there! Please go ahead and give us a call at 314-205-3033 Monday-Friday 10 a.m.- 5 p.m. CST, or shoot us an email at contact@diodedynamics.com, and our service team would be happy to help you with that.
For vehicles with a flasher relay, it's MUCH easier to just replace it with an ADJUSTABLE RATE FLASHER. Maintains lower current draw and adjustable rate knob is very nice!
SirWhiteCrayon- You are absolutely correct. Many cars and some as far back as 2004 use the PCM (computer brain) to control blinker flashing and there is no separate relay like in the old days
@@InCountry6970 Right like in the case of a early 2000's mibile alira or Pontiac Grand am the turn signal flasher is actually part of the hazard switch.
Hey Jack! This really depends on your vehicle. Some vehicles work fine without resistors and others will hyperblink and throw bulb-out warnings. We always recommend picking up some resistors if you are upgrading to LED because they are inexpensive and come in handy!
For some reason, I thought you wired the resistor into the same wire, but my eyes missed the part where you did the ground wire first LOL. Good tutorial, gives me more confidence when doing it in the future for my TL!
What if the problem is not a hyper-blink but a sensor that shows when the light is burnt out? I've installed a resistor on all lights but the sensor still does not go off! No hyper-blink issue, just the burn-out sensor light on the dash
So you are actually putting the resistor in parallel with the turn signal circuit? Is this a special resistor for this purpose or could I use a regular resistor used for electronics? In this case I am actually putting LEDs in my reverse lights and I have read that some people have reported that the light stays on all the time when the car was running is this a common issue I have purchased LED bulb specifically for reverse lights. Car in question is a 2001 Grand Prix SE. Thank you.
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Just had this issue with my truck. I swapped all the lights on the front of my truck to LEDs and now I get the hyper flashing. My tail lights also messed up. They aren’t on while running but will still light up when the brakes are applied. Will putting in the resistor help with this issue too?
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Since brake lights are a solid current bulb, you should not need a resistor kit for them. If they also function as your turn signal, however, you may need a resistor on them since the current fluctuates.
Please go ahead and give us a call at 314-205-3033 Monday-Friday 10 a.m.- 5 p.m. CST, or shoot us an email at contact@diodedynamics.com, and our service team would be happy to help you with that.
Hi Carl, thanks for reaching out! Please go ahead and give us a call at 314-205-3033 Monday-Friday 9 a.m.- 5 p.m. CST, or shoot us an email at contact@diodedynamics.com, and our service team will be happy to help you troubleshoot that!
The vid description should answer your question - "When you replace incandescent turn signal bulbs with LEDs in most vehicles, the vehicle will start hyperblinking because the LED uses much less power, and the vehicle thinks the bulb is out. "
This might be a dumb question, but is it easy to undo everything and go back to your original turn signal bulb? Can you undo the splicing just by taking it off?
Yes, you can return to your original turn signal bulb. However, since there might be a splice in your wire wrap most users will heat shrink, liquid tape, or electric tape any small wire exposure after removing resistors.
I bought a relay and lead bulb from you guys i put in the lights but i dont know what is the ground and what is is the signal wire i have a ford ranger 2019 has three wire on my signal light green yello and purple dark color please help
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Diode Dynamics, is there a problem of "excessive heat" that might build up due to higher current drawn by the 6 ohm resistor? That heat could damage parts around the resistor, right?
Great question! We definitely recommend mounting these away from any rubber or plastic that could be negatively impacted by the extra heat a resistor generates.
Hey Zack! Each installation will vary slightly, but we definitely recommend securing it away from anything that would be sensitive to heat. Feel free to give us a call at 314-205-3033 Monday-Friday 9 a.m.- 5 p.m. CST, or shoot us an email at contact@diodedynamics.com, and our service team will be happy to answer any questions!
It would help if you would include on your website resistor ohms... maybe it's in the description but the description on my phone when I click it disappears, if I click anything else like specifications it will show specification named column and specifications also does not include the ohms... problem in my case is that I need higher than 6 ohms which Sylvania resistor is
That is just for this specific vehicle. You are correct in saying that one goes to the black ground wire. However, you will need to locate the turn signal wire for your specific make. It may not be green.
Hi there! The resistor will connect to the blinker wire (check your owners manual for this wire color) and your ground wire. LEDs require much less power to run than factory incandescent bulbs, so this resistance tells the vehicle's computer that the bulb isn't out and eliminates the hyper-blink. You should not need to install resistors on an LED headlight bulb. If you are referring to the blinker bulbs in the headlight location, the process will be the same!
Go ahead and give us a call at 314-205-3033 Monday-Friday 10 a.m.- 5 p.m. CST, or shoot us an email at contact@diodedynamics.com, and our service team would be happy to help you with that.
What if you have two wires going into your turn signal part of the socket? The newer Colorados look like they have this, merging into one connector of the socket.
he covered this in the video, only reason this truck had three wires is because its a dual filament bulb. The resister goes to the wire feeding the filament for the turn signal. So as long as you install it on the wire feeding your turn signal, it will work. Pay attention
Can anyone help with choosing the correct resistor? The standard bulb wattage for my vehicle is 21w. I'm reading you should choose a resistor with a wattage similar to that of the stock wattage. Thanks heaps
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Great video! Is this kind of connection also considered a bypass? I think the dashboard indicator might be unable to detect whenever the LED light is malfunctioning. Do you think using a resistor might have the potential for overheating and durability issues? Or do you think changing the turn signal flasher is a better way to do it instead? Thanks!
The reason we add a resistor is because the LED is using much less power than the factory halogen. So, the computer thinks there is a bulb out. This is what causes bulb-out warnings and hyperflash. The resistor puts resistance on the circuit, tricking the computer into thinking that there is a halogen bulb still in the socket. These resistors do get very hot, but are built to handle the heat. We recommend mounting them away from any flammable parts or parts that can melt for this reason. However, if you can find a flasher relay for your vehicle, this is always a much easier option!
It is normal for the resistor to get hot when the turn signal is engaged. We do recommend mounting the resistor on a metal body part, such as the frame, away from any plastic. Don't hesitate to contact us if you have any other questions!
do you have to install resistors on the new 2017 mustang gt i just bought the turn signals and all it says is plug and play, but i heard that you need resistors.
+eko boss Yes, we do recommend purchasing resistors for any LEDs in turn signal locations. Check out our LED Resistor Kit at the link in the video description above!
Hi there! You would need to find the two that go to your turn signal. If you can send us some good pictures to us at contact@diodedynamics.com, we can help you identify those wires!
Please go ahead and give us a call at 314-205-3033 Monday-Friday 10 a.m.- 5 p.m. CST, or shoot us an email at contact@diodedynamics.com, and our service team would be happy to help you with identifying the right wiring!
@@diodedynamics thanks I got it with some better light Why they would use dark green and brown as wire colors here is beyond me lol, it is like that scene in the Abyss
We recommend our 50W 6ohm resistor for all turn signal vehicle applications. Unfortunately, we do not have any recommendations for any other custom setups.
I notice that every company that shows fixing the hyper flash on a vehicle it's always the rear lights and never the front because it's a lot more intricate for the fron. Especiallt when there are four front bulbs.
Hey! In this case, it was easier to demonstrate. The front will be the same process, but it is much harder to get a camera in the engine bay to show how it's done.
I have a 2014 Mitsubishi evo X my brake light went out and replaced it with a LED light bulb and now my ASC system inspection and AWD inspection light came on how do I fix this with a relay
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You don't mention anything about taping the connections. Many rear tail lights are not sealed in the back and that means your resistor and the connections are subject to the elements. Can you explain
Hi there! You're 100% correct, certain vehicles, such as pickup trucks, may necessitate using dielectric grease, heatshrink, or number of other means of securing the connections and lessening the chances of intrusion. While most bulb upgrades are easy, some modifications may require more experience or even professional assistance to complete. In such instances as having to seal the connections on a resistor kit, our service team is more than happy to assist, or recommend a local professional!
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i have a Chrysler 300 with led taillights and led turn signals in front. cant get hyper flash to stop at any side. resistors at every bulb. any advice?
you are likely (I'm just assuming) splicing the wrong wire, always check which two are the turn signal and ground wire, those two wires are what need to be spliced w/ the 50W 6ohms resistor. Just had my hyberblink fixed.
How would you "determine" which of the three wires was which. In general electrical contracting, the "green" wire is ALWAYS the ground and NEVER carries current.
@@biffnarzilla4649 Zombie post, but here goes.... Autos do not obey residential/commercial building codes. GREEN is never a ground on a vehicle - it is a turn/brake wire, as is the YELLOW wire - but for the opposite side. BROWN is TYPICALLY the running/tail/license lights and WHITE is USUALLY the ground.
Hmmm- that's strange. Please reach out to us at contact@diodedynamics.com, or give us a call at 314-205-3033 M-F CST, and we can help find out what's wrong!
+Alberto Cruz We are sorry to hear about the issues with your turn signals! If you are using our products, please don't hesitate to give us a call at 314-205-3033 Monday-Friday 9 a.m.- 5 p.m. CST, or shoot us an email at contact@diodedynamics.com, and we can help you troubleshoot and send replacements if necessary!
oh well i figured that myself to add a resistor to these lol but i though that a real kit like that would be less hot im trying to run led on a electric scooter i must not use hight wattage stuff
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On my 2016 Ram 1500 I was getting the hyperflash on the dash but not the blinker itself. I installed the resistors and the hyperflash went away on the dash but I now get a parking light out error when I activate the blinker. I have the armor series switchback led's.
Hi Perry! We haven't tested that particular brand of bulb with our Resistor Kit, but please feel free to give us a call at 314-205-3033 Monday-Friday 9 a.m.- 5 p.m. CST, or shoot us an email at contact@diodedynamics.com and our service team will be happy to troubleshoot that!
Did this with my 94 hilux. Now the opposite light half ass blinks along with the intended side at normal speed, and now i have nothing but running lights with the headlights on. No break, no blinker.. 😕
@@MonStruO72 Could potentially have used a resistor with a too higher wattage? I'm trying to research this now, but I'm reading best to use a resistor with a wattage equal or slightly less than the stock wattage for that bulb. A too higher wattage resistor can convert too much current into heat, therefor not leaving enough to actually power the light. Well that's want I know so far.
A 1994 vehicle would have a physical mechanical flasher that you can replace. I suggest buying a electro-mechanical flasher that you can replace and it'll make the led bulbs blink normal. I did this for my 94 and 95 jeeps
This video is a little misleading because it glosses over that some LED bulbs come pre-installed with resistors and or the taillight / front light relay can be upgraded to accept "hyper flash" LED bulbs. Note that some vehicles may also only have a relay for the rear lights and not the front in which case you may have to use a resistor (or bulb with an included resistor). Also, note that using the proper size of resistor is also key as the larger the resistor the hotter they get and some can resist more power than desired to properly / fully illuminate the LED bulb. Lastly, this simple method of clip install is really the "cheap, quick, and dirty" style. It's really better to cut the wires, strip off 3/4" from each end, slide over 1.5" of heat-shrink on one side, braid the wires together (not twist up wire nut style), solder the connection, then slide the heat shrink over and lightly heat with a lighter to seal the ends for waterproofing. Lastly, resistors should be mounted on metal with screws or double sided thermal tape made to withstand heat. (like what is made for computer chips)
No, the wires don't need to be stripped. Just be sure that the metal splicer goes all the way through the wires to make a proper connection. If you have any other questions, don't hesitate to contact us!
+b Wood In this video we installed our LED Resistor Kit (link below), which have a rating of 50w, 6ohm. www.diodedynamics.com/resistor-kit-6ohm-50w.html
+Chris To We're sorry to hear about the issues you're experiencing with your turn signals! If you're using our products, please give us a call at 314-205-3033 Monday-Friday 9 a.m.- 5 p.m. CST, or shoot us an email at contact@diodedynamics.com, and we can help you troubleshoot!
Each "location" that has an LED bulb requires a resistor? Each "LED BULB" requires a resistor. I the assembly has two LED bulbs two resistors are required. For this application shown one is ok; if that was a Silverado with two bulbs, two resistors per side would be required.
Nope! You should be able to use our quick splice connectors to easily connect the resistors! Feel free to reach out to us at contact@diodedynamics.com if you have any installation related questions!
If you put the resistor in series with the bulb like you're saying you will be putting way too much current though the led.. you can solder like you're saying but you need to have the resistor in parallel with the led
Hey Christian! Many models do not require resistors. It is specific to each vehicle, this is why we offer resistors. We do offer more affordable options for bulbs as well.
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There's an easier way to fix hyper blinking. Buy a new electronic flasher. Problem solved. No wiring needed. 🤦🏻♂️ Edit: It just dawned on me why they teach people this... It's so that instead of just buying LEDs from the company will also buy pointless unnecessary resistors. More shit sold = more money for the company. What if they sold you white LEDs and then sold you red covers to install over them for your brake lights? Would you buy them? If your answer was no that's stupid who the fuk would do that? The answer is everybody because that's originally how they sold colored light bulbs.
We appreciate your feedback on this! However, it is important to note that not all vehicles come with a flasher module option. Additionally, we do offer flasher modules on our website as well for the vehicles that do come with a module! Thank you for checking the video out! Here is the link for the flasher modules we offer: www.diodedynamics.com/accessories/led-flashers.html
I have tried installing these bulbs in my 2013 Chevy Silverado with no success. Yes I installed the resistors on all the lights that flash. Guess what still have hyperflash. I don't recommend these LEDs at all. I have spent a lot of money trying to get them to work, enough is enough.
Hi there! We're sorry to hear you're having issues with your turn signals. Please reach out to us at contact@diodedynamics.com, or give us a call at 314-205-3033 M-F CST and, our service team will be happy to help you get rid of the hyperflash.
Straight and to the point. Quick tip: wrap or seal those scotchlock connectors as they are not weather tight and will eventually lead to wire corrosion.
Electrical tape good enough for the job?
@@migonzz yes.
@@migonzz electrical tape or liquid tape will work as well
Thanks fellas
Flawless video. Much appreciated. Take notes TH-cam creators: this is how you do an instructional video!
Thank you, Edward!
Straight to the point and worked perfectly, thanks!
I just watched a 3 min video explained everything perfect fine and all I saw were 15 min vids nice👍🏻
Thanks . I like people that are out to help without all the nonsense. Your videos are excellent and incredibly helpful. THANK You!!
The one part they always skip over is figuring out how they know the green wire is the turn signal. Was it a schematic? A multimeter? A lucky guess? Your favorite color? That's part of the process too.
Ha ha ha, I love the part about - your favorite color! 🤣
Thank you for the laugh, and a Happy Autumn 🍂 to you and your family, Anthony.
U need circuit tester 12V
Someone does not know how to find the correct wire, might want to have a professional install the resistor.
Easiest way is to just google it. One other way is to look at both left and right sides. The color that is different on both sides is the turn signal. (e.g. Left side has green/brown/black and right side has yellow/brown/black then you know it is the green and yellow wires)
grab a multimeter and turn on the turn signal. measure from the black wire to either side. whichever one gives you power is the one you need
Simple and quick tutorial. Thank you sir.
You got it!
What size resistor / ohms ? - thank you
Hey there! Our resistors are 50W/ 6 ohms!
Thanks for not overcomplicating this.
What about if you need 2 resistors? Do you install them both like this?
Hey there!
Please go ahead and give us a call at 314-205-3033 Monday-Friday 10 a.m.- 5 p.m. CST, or shoot us an email at contact@diodedynamics.com, and our service team would be happy to help you with that.
For vehicles with a flasher relay, it's MUCH easier to just replace it
with an ADJUSTABLE RATE FLASHER. Maintains lower current draw and
adjustable rate knob is very nice!
Many new cars don't use use a flasher relay anymore.
SirWhiteCrayon- You are absolutely correct. Many cars and some as far back as 2004 use the PCM (computer brain) to control blinker flashing and there is no separate relay like in the old days
@DVrec2157cm yes
Not on a 3rd Gen Tundra
@@InCountry6970
Right like in the case of a early 2000's mibile alira or Pontiac Grand am the turn signal flasher is actually part of the hazard switch.
If I had purchased led lights that are plug and play. Do I still need a resistor to be installed?
Hey Jack! This really depends on your vehicle. Some vehicles work fine without resistors and others will hyperblink and throw bulb-out warnings. We always recommend picking up some resistors if you are upgrading to LED because they are inexpensive and come in handy!
@@diodedynamics yea but if I do that I lose my warranty from the dealership
@@jacklarage2651 Then we do not recommend installing LEDs.
For some reason, I thought you wired the resistor into the same wire, but my eyes missed the part where you did the ground wire first LOL. Good tutorial, gives me more confidence when doing it in the future for my TL!
Glad that we could be of help!
What if the problem is not a hyper-blink but a sensor that shows when the light is burnt out? I've installed a resistor on all lights but the sensor still does not go off! No hyper-blink issue, just the burn-out sensor light on the dash
So you are actually putting the resistor in parallel with the turn signal circuit?
Is this a special resistor for this purpose or could I use a regular resistor used for electronics?
In this case I am actually putting LEDs in my reverse lights and I have read that some people have reported that the light stays on all the time when the car was running is this a common issue I have purchased LED bulb specifically for reverse lights.
Car in question is a 2001 Grand Prix SE.
Thank you.
Hey there! Feel free to give us a call at 314-205-3033 Monday-Friday 10 a.m.- 5 p.m. CST, or shoot us an email at contact@diodedynamics.com, and our service team would be happy to help you with that.
Just did this on my 2012 Tundra - thanks for the help!
Just had this issue with my truck. I swapped all the lights on the front of my truck to LEDs and now I get the hyper flashing. My tail lights also messed up. They aren’t on while running but will still light up when the brakes are applied. Will putting in the resistor help with this issue too?
Feel free to give us a call at 314-205-3033 Monday-Friday 10 a.m.- 5 p.m. CST, or shoot us an email at contact@diodedynamics.com, and our service team would be happy to help you with that.
Thanks man. You guys are the best.
Do I need a resistor at the brake light also?
Since brake lights are a solid current bulb, you should not need a resistor kit for them. If they also function as your turn signal, however, you may need a resistor on them since the current fluctuates.
thank you phillip you saved my tail lights.
What about my brake light that's run off the same line? My turn signals work fine now, but my brake lights still flash.
Please go ahead and give us a call at 314-205-3033 Monday-Friday 10 a.m.- 5 p.m. CST, or shoot us an email at contact@diodedynamics.com, and our service team would be happy to help you with that.
I have replaced the reverse bulb, break bulb and indicator bulb but I only have a problem with the indicator why are they all not playing up
Hi Carl, thanks for reaching out! Please go ahead and give us a call at 314-205-3033 Monday-Friday 9 a.m.- 5 p.m. CST, or shoot us an email at contact@diodedynamics.com, and our service team will be happy to help you troubleshoot that!
The vid description should answer your question - "When you replace incandescent turn signal bulbs with LEDs in most vehicles, the vehicle will start hyperblinking because the LED uses much less power, and the vehicle thinks the bulb is out. "
Will I need to add a resistor for my turn signals and reverse lights? Meaning I would have 2 resistors per side
Hey Travis! You should only need one pair of resistors for your turn signals.
This might be a dumb question, but is it easy to undo everything and go back to your original turn signal bulb? Can you undo the splicing just by taking it off?
Yes, you can return to your original turn signal bulb.
However, since there might be a splice in your wire wrap most users will heat shrink, liquid tape, or electric tape any small wire exposure after removing resistors.
Perfect thanks!!!
Is this the same process for the headlight turn signals or is it not needed?
This would be the same process for those as well!
I bought a relay and lead bulb from you guys i put in the lights but i dont know what is the ground and what is is the signal wire i have a ford ranger 2019 has three wire on my signal light green yello and purple dark color please help
Hey there! Please go ahead and give us a call at 314-205-3033 Monday-Friday 10 a.m.- 5 p.m. CST, or shoot us an email at contact@diodedynamics.com, and our service team would be happy to help you with that.
Diode Dynamics, is there a problem of "excessive heat" that might build up due to higher current drawn by the 6 ohm resistor? That heat could damage parts around the resistor, right?
Great question! We definitely recommend mounting these away from any rubber or plastic that could be negatively impacted by the extra heat a resistor generates.
Where and how did you mount the resister for heat displacement?
Hey Zack! Each installation will vary slightly, but we definitely recommend securing it away from anything that would be sensitive to heat. Feel free to give us a call at 314-205-3033 Monday-Friday 9 a.m.- 5 p.m. CST, or shoot us an email at contact@diodedynamics.com, and our service team will be happy to answer any questions!
It would help if you would include on your website resistor ohms... maybe it's in the description but the description on my phone when I click it disappears, if I click anything else like specifications it will show specification named column and specifications also does not include the ohms... problem in my case is that I need higher than 6 ohms which Sylvania resistor is
When you clamp down the metal part does that cut through the wires?
The t-taps will break through the wire insulation to make contact with the wire underneath, however it will not cut through the wires entirely.
So technically you don’t even have to cut any wires ?
@@ToopIaya, no wires are being cut at all, just tapped into.
Should we seal these with electrical tape or something ?
So one side of the resistor goes to the black wire which is ground and the other end goes to the green which is the turn signal correct?
That is just for this specific vehicle. You are correct in saying that one goes to the black ground wire. However, you will need to locate the turn signal wire for your specific make. It may not be green.
So you put the parking light & ground wire together . Then the blinker goes by itself? Is that the same for headlights as well ?
Hi there! The resistor will connect to the blinker wire (check your owners manual for this wire color) and your ground wire. LEDs require much less power to run than factory incandescent bulbs, so this resistance tells the vehicle's computer that the bulb isn't out and eliminates the hyper-blink. You should not need to install resistors on an LED headlight bulb. If you are referring to the blinker bulbs in the headlight location, the process will be the same!
@@diodedynamics Yes I was referring to the front singnal lights! Thank your for the speedy reply ! You should make some Nissan Titan videos 😉
@@HorizonMain You're welcome! Hopefully we will in the future!
With turn signals that have 3 wires, how do you know which wire is the turn signal? Is there a tool to help with this?
Go ahead and give us a call at 314-205-3033 Monday-Friday 10 a.m.- 5 p.m. CST, or shoot us an email at contact@diodedynamics.com, and our service team would be happy to help you with that.
@@diodedynamics Thank you very much!
What if you have two wires going into your turn signal part of the socket?
The newer Colorados look like they have this, merging into one connector of the socket.
he covered this in the video, only reason this truck had three wires is because its a dual filament bulb. The resister goes to the wire feeding the filament for the turn signal. So as long as you install it on the wire feeding your turn signal, it will work. Pay attention
@@dynocompeso what I'm hearing is just go from the one wire to the other?
Thank you 👍
Instead of tapping the other end of the resistor wire to the ground wire, can you just attach it to the car body with a lug when it is mounted?
We recommend connecting it to the pre-existing ground wire.
Other than having hyper blinkers, is there any other negatives if I leave it as is?
Hi there! Though we do recommend installing resistors, hyper flashing shouldn't affect the other functions of the vehicle.
Thank you. I appreciate the response.
Can anyone help with choosing the correct resistor? The standard bulb wattage for my vehicle is 21w. I'm reading you should choose a resistor with a wattage similar to that of the stock wattage.
Thanks heaps
Hi there! Please feel free to give us a call at 314-205-3033 Monday-Friday 9 a.m.- 5 p.m. CST, or shoot us an email at contact@diodedynamics.com, and our service team will be happy to help!
You want about a 6 or 7 ohm resistor.. just need to use ohms law
Thank you for sharing video my friend :)
You got it, Benji!
Great video! Is this kind of connection also considered a bypass? I think the dashboard indicator might be unable to detect whenever the LED light is malfunctioning.
Do you think using a resistor might have the potential for overheating and durability issues?
Or do you think changing the turn signal flasher is a better way to do it instead?
Thanks!
The reason we add a resistor is because the LED is using much less power than the factory halogen. So, the computer thinks there is a bulb out. This is what causes bulb-out warnings and hyperflash. The resistor puts resistance on the circuit, tricking the computer into thinking that there is a halogen bulb still in the socket. These resistors do get very hot, but are built to handle the heat. We recommend mounting them away from any flammable parts or parts that can melt for this reason. However, if you can find a flasher relay for your vehicle, this is always a much easier option!
Good info! I just did this to my truck. I used TRS Switchback front blinkers & Diode Dynamics rear blinkers w/ Morimoto Resistors.
Do you have a demo for a 2016-2019 Ford Flex?
We do not. The same principles in this video apply to the Flex, however!
does it matter which end of the resistor you connect first.
No, you can use either side of the resistor! If you have any other questions, just let us know!
what temperature can they go to and what would cause them to be too hot? Mine on the rear turn signals were melting plastic.
It is normal for the resistor to get hot when the turn signal is engaged. We do recommend mounting the resistor on a metal body part, such as the frame, away from any plastic. Don't hesitate to contact us if you have any other questions!
What's the best way to mount them? Like a form of double sided tape or? And if so, what type?
screw them to mettal
do you have to install resistors on the new 2017 mustang gt i just bought the turn signals and all it says is plug and play, but i heard that you need resistors.
+eko boss Yes, we do recommend purchasing resistors for any LEDs in turn signal locations. Check out our LED Resistor Kit at the link in the video description above!
Thanks at least you explained it in layman terms.
Might be a little late but would this work for 97 Jetta Turn signal bulb? I believe it’s hyper blinking.
This will be how to resolve hyper-flashing on any vehicle, the same principles apply!
Diode Dynamics thank you
Hey my headlight has 6 wires ! Two Black , Two Red , & Two Green ! How do I identify which wire is the correct wire ?
Hi there! You would need to find the two that go to your turn signal. If you can send us some good pictures to us at contact@diodedynamics.com, we can help you identify those wires!
@@diodedynamics I actually figured it out ! I went into the one green wire & any black one worked . Left the rest (2 red & 1 black) alone
@@HorizonMain Awesome! We're glad to hear it! Let us know if you have any further questions.
No resistors needed if you have a relay?
Correct
What i have a 220 dimmable led bulb with hyperblink how can i add a load resistor as AC not DC
What is the year, make, and model of your vehicle?
How did you know it was the green wire?
Please go ahead and give us a call at 314-205-3033 Monday-Friday 10 a.m.- 5 p.m. CST, or shoot us an email at contact@diodedynamics.com, and our service team would be happy to help you with identifying the right wiring!
@@diodedynamics thanks I got it with some better light
Why they would use dark green and brown as wire colors here is beyond me lol, it is like that scene in the Abyss
The best tutorial video thanks
Thank you Wilfred, we're glad you enjoyed it!
0:10 how is that bad though?
I mean, I think it's more noticeable.
Yes, hyper blinking is highly noticeable.
not all resistor work, so what OhM is your resistor, what OhM resistor is the best for 12v-24v DC???
We recommend our 50W 6ohm resistor for all turn signal vehicle applications. Unfortunately, we do not have any recommendations for any other custom setups.
I notice that every company that shows fixing the hyper flash on a vehicle it's always the rear lights and never the front because it's a lot more intricate for the fron. Especiallt when there are four front bulbs.
Hey! In this case, it was easier to demonstrate. The front will be the same process, but it is much harder to get a camera in the engine bay to show how it's done.
I have a 2014 Mitsubishi evo X my brake light went out and replaced it with a LED light bulb and now my ASC system inspection and AWD inspection light came on how do I fix this with a relay
Hi Angel! Please go ahead and give us a call at 314-205-3033 Monday-Friday 9 a.m.- 5 p.m. CST, or shoot us an email at contact@diodedynamics.com, and our service team will be happy to troubleshoot that!
So I have led lights but I noticed that only the headlights has resistors the rears don’t I’m guessing that’s why my signal light is blinking fast??
Hi there! If you have LED turn signals in your tail lights, you will likely need resistors to prevent hyperblinking!
You don't mention anything about taping the connections. Many rear tail lights are not sealed in the back and that means your resistor and the connections are subject to the elements. Can you explain
Hi there! You're 100% correct, certain vehicles, such as pickup trucks, may necessitate using dielectric grease, heatshrink, or number of other means of securing the connections and lessening the chances of intrusion. While most bulb upgrades are easy, some modifications may require more experience or even professional assistance to complete. In such instances as having to seal the connections on a resistor kit, our service team is more than happy to assist, or recommend a local professional!
How would I do this on a 2018 GMC Sierra?
Hi there! Please go ahead and give us a call at 314-205-3033 Monday-Friday 10 a.m.- 5 p.m. CST, or shoot us an email at contact@diodedynamics.com, and our service team would be happy to help you with that.
i have a Chrysler 300 with led taillights and led turn signals in front. cant get hyper flash to stop at any side. resistors at every bulb. any advice?
+Shaun Dufort If you're using our bulbs, feel free to email us at contact@diodedynamics.com, and we can help you troubleshoot!
you are likely (I'm just assuming) splicing the wrong wire, always check which two are the turn signal and ground wire, those two wires are what need to be spliced w/ the 50W 6ohms resistor. Just had my hyberblink fixed.
How would you "determine" which of the three wires was which. In general electrical contracting, the "green" wire is ALWAYS the ground and NEVER carries current.
@@biffnarzilla4649 Zombie post, but here goes.... Autos do not obey residential/commercial building codes.
GREEN is never a ground on a vehicle - it is a turn/brake wire, as is the YELLOW wire - but for the opposite side.
BROWN is TYPICALLY the running/tail/license lights and WHITE is USUALLY the ground.
I installed the resistor the way you showed in the video and my Miata still does the hyper flashing.
Hmmm- that's strange. Please reach out to us at contact@diodedynamics.com, or give us a call at 314-205-3033 M-F CST, and we can help find out what's wrong!
I have the same truck and I just did this but it still has hyperblink, any suggestions on what I should do next?
+Alberto Cruz We are sorry to hear about the issues with your turn signals! If you are using our products, please don't hesitate to give us a call at 314-205-3033 Monday-Friday 9 a.m.- 5 p.m. CST, or shoot us an email at contact@diodedynamics.com, and we can help you troubleshoot and send replacements if necessary!
What if I installed these and later decided to revert back to OEM bulbs?
You remove the splice in tapper, solder the wire connection and tape it. simple as that.
you remove them you idiot
lmao
Why tf would you ever go back to bulbs??
oh well i figured that myself to add a resistor to these
lol but i though that a real kit like that would be less hot im trying to run led on a electric scooter i must not use hight wattage stuff
Hey there - resistors will generally be needed for any vehicle when converting over to LED for turn signal locations. That is pretty standard.
I DID THIS ON MY TRUCK BUT IT DIDN'T FIX THE HYPERFLASH PROBLEM, ANYBODY KNOW WHY?
Hey there! Feel free to give us a call at 314-205-3033 Monday-Friday 10 a.m.- 5 p.m. CST, or shoot us an email at contact@diodedynamics.com, and our service team would be happy to help you with that.
So one side to turn signal and one to ground ?
You got it, that's all you need to do!
On my 2016 Ram 1500 I was getting the hyperflash on the dash but not the blinker itself. I installed the resistors and the hyperflash went away on the dash but I now get a parking light out error when I activate the blinker. I have the armor series switchback led's.
Hi Perry! We haven't tested that particular brand of bulb with our Resistor Kit, but please feel free to give us a call at 314-205-3033 Monday-Friday 9 a.m.- 5 p.m. CST, or shoot us an email at contact@diodedynamics.com and our service team will be happy to troubleshoot that!
Do I have to install them at the front signals to (also LEDs)?
Hi Matt! That's correct, you'll typically need one resistor per bulb.
Did this with my 94 hilux. Now the opposite light half ass blinks along with the intended side at normal speed, and now i have nothing but running lights with the headlights on. No break, no blinker.. 😕
justin76bmw Probably it’s the led
@@MonStruO72 Could potentially have used a resistor with a too higher wattage? I'm trying to research this now, but I'm reading best to use a resistor with a wattage equal or slightly less than the stock wattage for that bulb. A too higher wattage resistor can convert too much current into heat, therefor not leaving enough to actually power the light. Well that's want I know so far.
justin76bmw Then a 25w resistor you’ll have to try
A 1994 vehicle would have a physical mechanical flasher that you can replace. I suggest buying a electro-mechanical flasher that you can replace and it'll make the led bulbs blink normal. I did this for my 94 and 95 jeeps
This video is a little misleading because it glosses over that some LED bulbs come pre-installed with resistors and or the taillight / front light relay can be upgraded to accept "hyper flash" LED bulbs. Note that some vehicles may also only have a relay for the rear lights and not the front in which case you may have to use a resistor (or bulb with an included resistor). Also, note that using the proper size of resistor is also key as the larger the resistor the hotter they get and some can resist more power than desired to properly / fully illuminate the LED bulb. Lastly, this simple method of clip install is really the "cheap, quick, and dirty" style. It's really better to cut the wires, strip off 3/4" from each end, slide over 1.5" of heat-shrink on one side, braid the wires together (not twist up wire nut style), solder the connection, then slide the heat shrink over and lightly heat with a lighter to seal the ends for waterproofing. Lastly, resistors should be mounted on metal with screws or double sided thermal tape made to withstand heat. (like what is made for computer chips)
Don't the wires have to be stripped first, it does look like they are in the above video.
No, the wires don't need to be stripped. Just be sure that the metal splicer goes all the way through the wires to make a proper connection. If you have any other questions, don't hesitate to contact us!
What ohm Resistor!!
+b Wood In this video we installed our LED Resistor Kit (link below), which have a rating of 50w, 6ohm.
www.diodedynamics.com/resistor-kit-6ohm-50w.html
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What is the wire gauge on a resistors
+Joe Bucci Our LED Resistor Kit uses 18 AWG wires.
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Ok thanks
would anyone know why on my 1969 firebird my led lights on my tail lights on one side won't blink when the head lights are on
+Chris To We're sorry to hear about the issues you're experiencing with your turn signals! If you're using our products, please give us a call at 314-205-3033 Monday-Friday 9 a.m.- 5 p.m. CST, or shoot us an email at contact@diodedynamics.com, and we can help you troubleshoot!
Each "location" that has an LED bulb requires a resistor? Each "LED BULB" requires a resistor. I the assembly has two LED bulbs two resistors are required. For this application shown one is ok; if that was a Silverado with two bulbs, two resistors per side would be required.
Why are these resistors so heavy and big!!
They are build to last!
So you dont have to do any cutting
Nope! You should be able to use our quick splice connectors to easily connect the resistors! Feel free to reach out to us at contact@diodedynamics.com if you have any installation related questions!
That will last a year at most. Better to splice with heat shrink connectors, or solder directly and use shrink tube.
Could you not just maybe splice and solder the resistor in line with the wire instead of using a T-Tap?
That's the best way to do it. Cut a 1/4 section of insulation off, take small butane torch or soldering iron, tape and done.
If you put the resistor in series with the bulb like you're saying you will be putting way too much current though the led.. you can solder like you're saying but you need to have the resistor in parallel with the led
6 OHM 50 Watt.
Next time instead of using needle nose pliers, use lineman’s.
Yo where’s y’all mount it lol on an F150
Should've made this error free for 90$ that they cost 😂
Hey Christian! Many models do not require resistors. It is specific to each vehicle, this is why we offer resistors. We do offer more affordable options for bulbs as well.
@@diodedynamics I love yalls products but for 90 they should've them built in.
@@notoffroading We'll definitely pass the suggestion on to our engineering team!
Not having trouble with the hyper Flashing the lights ain’t working like they’re supposed to it’s too slow
Hi there! Please go ahead and give us a call at 314-205-3033 Monday-Friday 9 a.m.- 5 p.m. CST, or shoot us an email at contact@diodedynamics.com, and our service team will be happy to troubleshoot that!
There's an easier way to fix hyper blinking.
Buy a new electronic flasher.
Problem solved.
No wiring needed.
🤦🏻♂️
Edit: It just dawned on me why they teach people this...
It's so that instead of just buying LEDs from the company will also buy pointless unnecessary resistors.
More shit sold = more money for the company.
What if they sold you white LEDs and then sold you red covers to install over them for your brake lights? Would you buy them?
If your answer was no that's stupid who the fuk would do that?
The answer is everybody because that's originally how they sold colored light bulbs.
We appreciate your feedback on this! However, it is important to note that not all vehicles come with a flasher module option. Additionally, we do offer flasher modules on our website as well for the vehicles that do come with a module! Thank you for checking the video out!
Here is the link for the flasher modules we offer:
www.diodedynamics.com/accessories/led-flashers.html
I have tried installing these bulbs in my 2013 Chevy Silverado with no success. Yes I installed the resistors on all the lights that flash. Guess what still have hyperflash. I don't recommend these LEDs at all. I have spent a lot of money trying to get them to work, enough is enough.
Hi there! We're sorry to hear you're having issues with your turn signals. Please reach out to us at contact@diodedynamics.com, or give us a call at 314-205-3033 M-F CST and, our service team will be happy to help you get rid of the hyperflash.