[PJC]

Just wondered if it worth installing LEDs for the brake & turn signal rear lights. It seem easy enough to do but:
1. Do you notice any difference in brightness? (considering the housing was made for iridescent bulbs)
2. Does it look any better? Can you tell its LED? (or does it look the same as the stock iridescent bulbs)
3, Was there any issues after installation?
Thanks

 

[RBEmerson]

LED's look different, and typically are somewhat brighter. But... because LED's so much less power than regular lamps, the light circuit is going to think the bulb failed. "Ain't broke, don't fix it."

 

[PJC]

LED's look different, and typically are somewhat brighter. But... because LED's so much less power than regular lamps, the light circuit is going to think the bulb failed. "Ain't broke, don't fix it."

Apparently the circuits are compatible with LEDs from what I’ve read. Should just be a straight swap. I might experiment when I get the car ... I just hope it isn’t too fake try hard kinda look haha.

 

[RBEmerson]

Unless dropping the vehicle's power demands is a must (old wiring, poor wiring job, low output alternator or a generator) if it ain't broke, don't fix it. Keep in mind, too, the light assemblies are designed for a specific lighting source and location. If the design counts on using the reflector behind a bulb, and the LED essentially projects straight out, it makes the overall light assembly less effective. Again, if it ain't broke, don't fix it.

 

[Rdesignblack]

Just wondered if it worth installing LEDs for the brake & turn signal rear lights. It seem easy enough to do but:
1. Do you notice any difference in brightness? (considering the housing was made for iridescent bulbs)
2. Does it look any better? Can you tell its LED? (or does it look the same as the stock iridescent bulbs)
3, Was there any issues after installation?
Thanks

I replaced my turn signals and brake lights without any issues whatsoever. Most led bulbs have lights surrounding the entirety of the bulb so coverage is not an issue. Much brighter than oem. Make sure you purchase bulbs with anti

Just wondered if it worth installing LEDs for the brake & turn signal rear lights. It seem easy enough to do but:
1. Do you notice any difference in brightness? (considering the housing was made for iridescent bulbs)
2. Does it look any better? Can you tell its LED? (or does it look the same as the stock iridescent bulbs)
3, Was there any issues after installation?
Thanks

I replaced my brake lights and turn signals with anti canbus lights. Means non flickering. Much brighter and took about 15 minutes to do. I would highly recommend! I have a 21 r design.

 

[kevski]

Hi all, just ordered an XC40 Twin Pro & can't believe the tail lights (turn & brake) are still not full LED units.. I'd be interested in the LED replacements once I get the car delivered - can anyone help with details of the correct LED replacements to purchase?

 

[vantablack]

I am interested in this topic as well.

to those that swapped to LED: did you have to mess with resisters/circuits or was it plug and play? any hyper flash?

 

[Will J.]

It was ‘plug and play’ for me. The easiest to replace are the turn signal bulbs. The brake light housing is more awkward and complicated for me. However, using the diagram in the manual helped. Took me about an hour. I think they look great with no loss of brightness.

 

[vantablack]

It was ‘plug and play’ for me. The easiest to replace are the turn signal bulbs. The brake light housing is more awkward and complicated for me. However, using the diagram in the manual helped. Took me about an hour. I think they look great with no loss of brightness.

Which bulbs did you use?