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I replaced both front and rear turn signals with LED bulbs and thought I would take some pics during the swap. Most that have done this have mentioned how tight the space is on the drivers side. I found it almost impossible to reach the back side of the bulb. I removed the mount bolts for the fuse box and the windshield washer tube without any luck. I started to pull the bumper and pull the headlights when I found a small access cover in the driver side wheel well that gives you direct access to the back side of the headlight!!!
Remove the top cover to gain access behind the passenger headlight assembly. Its probably a good idea to order more plastic retainers as most of mine broke during this step.<br/><br/>https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Not a whole lot of room to work with; but its still accessible. Simply twist the grey connector counter clockwise to access the bulb.
View from the top to show there's not much room
Stock bulb removed. It helps to wear a glove to avoid scratching your hands up.
Comparison in size
Connect the wiring harness to the factory socket where you pulled the bulb from.
Insert the new bulb. The new bulb does not twist into place as there is a rubber grommet around the bulb. It will take some work to get it seated correctly.
Found a spot on top of the fender to attach the resistor
No room to work with at all, especially if you don't have small hands.
Even with the fuse box cover removed and the windshield washer piece moved out of the way, I still found it nearly impossible to reach the driver side bulb.
There is hope though! I started to removed the front bumper and found this access panel in the driver side wheel well. Remove two screws to open.
Behind the cover
Here's a better pic.
I removed part of the wheel well as I'm replacing the fog lights as well.
I haven't seen the V3 tritons in person. I would imagine the V3's are a lot brighter than the ones I have. The plus side is these are $45 a set. I'm just happy to not have to worry about hyper flash with the cheaper LED.
other than look can I ask what is the point of an LED turn signal conversion?
I understand (to a point) the point of brake and tail lights as is lowers used wattage, which can be redirected toward other things like stereos and radar detectors. But I don't see the point for turn signals, they aren't on long enough to affect wattage usage, and with the various types of load resistors needed to stop the fast flash you risk vehicle fire and they actually load up the power systems.
not knocking the mod, looks great.. just seeking to understand the point.
other than look can I ask what is the point of an LED turn signal conversion?
I understand (to a point) the point of brake and tail lights as is lowers used wattage, which can be redirected toward other things like stereos and radar detectors. But I don't see the point for turn signals, they aren't on long enough to affect wattage usage, and with the various types of load resistors needed to stop the fast flash you risk vehicle fire and they actually load up the power systems.
not knocking the mod, looks great.. just seeking to understand the point.
I just prefer the look of LEDs over regular bulbs.
06-11-16, 01:48 AM
LED Turn Signal DIY
