Table of Contents
- 1 Can you connect LED and incandescent lights together?
- 2 Do LED turn signals need a resistor?
- 3 Do LED bulbs work in incandescent sockets?
- 4 Can you put LED bulbs in regular fixtures?
- 5 What kind of resistor do I need for LED turn signals?
- 6 Do you need a resistor for LED turn signals?
- 7 Do you need a flasher for LED turn signals?
- 8 How do you connect a turn signal to an indicator bulb?
Can you connect LED and incandescent lights together?
These light sets are manufactured in series and the same amount of current runs through all the light sets strung together. And the more lights that are strung together, the more current they “pull” or require. In other words: Do NOT run LED and incandescent light strings plugged into each other.
Do LED turn signals need a resistor?
Theory (1) LED turn signal installation of the front or rear only while using bulb lights at the opposite end (front or rear) does not require flash controllers/resistors. Theory (3) A flash controller/resistor is necessary for every LED turn signal or light that is installed.
Do you need to change the transformer for LED lights?
They will have a transformer either in the ceiling or light fitting. Some LED bulbs, like the Philips Master LED range, have in-built circuitry that can deal with most (but not all) transformers, so you don’t have to change them.
Do LED bulbs work in incandescent sockets?
When it comes to replacing old incandescent bulbs with LEDs, a common question that customers ask is: “Can I use an LED bulb that has a higher wattage equivalent than my fixture allows?” The simple answer is yes, as long as the LED bulb uses less wattage than your fixture.
Can you put LED bulbs in regular fixtures?
LEDs can be used in any light fixture, as long as it’s not enclosed or air-tight, and is not an old-style dimmer system. Both these will shorten the lifespan of LED bulbs.
Are all flasher relays the same?
They come in a variety of shapes, sizes, and designs, which will vary according to the specific needs of the vehicle. When current is applied to the relay the circuit inside cuts on and off, which results in the clicking sound of the relay, as well as the flashing of the turn signal or hazard lights.
What kind of resistor do I need for LED turn signals?
You will need 50W 6 OHM load resistors and tap the load resistor to the stock harness in parallel. Load resistors also have no negative or positive, making it easier for you because you wouldn’t have to worry about which wires goes to which side.
Do you need a resistor for LED turn signals?
LED Turn Signals May Need Resistors. If you are replacing front and rear turn signal bulbs to LED, be aware that many vehicles use a flasher unit that is designed to work with incandescent bulbs. An issue may arise when the incandescents are replaced with LEDs: the turn signal lights flash too rapidly, a condition known as “hyperflashing”.
Can LED turn signals be used with LED light bulbs?
LED bulbs have little resistance on their own, so when used with turn signals they can create a hyper flash situation, which is a fast flashing of the bulb.
Do you need a flasher for LED turn signals?
LED Turn Signals May Need Resistors If you are replacing front and rear turn signal bulbs to LED, be aware that many vehicles use a flasher unit that is designed to work with incandescent bulbs. An issue may arise when the incandescents are replaced with LEDs: the turn signal lights flash too rapidly, a condition known as “hyperflashing”.
How do you connect a turn signal to an indicator bulb?
They must be connected with the positive termal toward the turn signal power and the negative terminal (indicated by the line around the end representing “-“) toward the indicator bulb. In this diagram the stock setup has the indicator bulb grounded through the other signal circuit.