Upgrade Reversing Lights to LED

JMP · Oct 28th, 2009, 22:26

Hi,

Has anyone upgraded their standard reversing lights to LED ones similar to item 270415334545 on ebay?

I have upgraded the sidelights but only with single LED's (which need to be replaced with something brighter).

Does the bulb failure system get activated by the reverse lights? I know that using LED's with brake lights etc would trigger this warning.

Would also want to convert my V70 if they are ok.

Any help/advice greatly received.

JP

ianu · Oct 28th, 2009, 23:10

Hi JP,
I haven't checked the reversing bulbs personally - but you need to check the pin alignment arrangememt is correct as well.
I was going to do my indicator bulbs (and include the resistor pack) but didn't realise the pins are not only offset height wise - but also around the circumference so the ones I got wouldn't fit.
I've done my front sidelights and my rear number plate bulbs - but haven't ventured any further -- I was going to look at the mirror puddle lights next when I get round to it..

Cheers
Ian

stevo48 · Oct 28th, 2009, 23:35

You are ok to replace any of the lights with LED except the brake lights, the bulb failure warning light on your dashboard only works if one of your brake lights has failed, you can use led replacement bulbs for brake lights but you will have to use ballast resistors to stop the bulb fail light from coming on.

JMP · Oct 29th, 2009, 21:35

Thanks Guys,

I'll purchase a set and let you know how I get on.

JMP · Nov 2nd, 2009, 22:43

Bulbs arrived today and fitted easily. From outside they look great with a crisp xenon blue light - much brighter to look at than the old ones.

It's a shame that the perceived brightness doesn't actually continue to illuminate anything whilst you are reversing the car!!!

I had to replace with the old bulbs as they are next to useless at illuminating your path.

I think these will be heading for the MG as tail lights as they do stand out better - they just don't illuminate your path at all.

Save your money...unless you only reverse in areas with ample street lighting!!

The search continues...

stevo48 · Nov 2nd, 2009, 22:47

I agree with you regards the brightness of the led reversing lights, they LOOK very bright but do not throw much light out to help with reversing (I tried them on my last car) having said that standard bulbs tend not to throw much light out as well.
You could always give these a shot,Item # 300353376417.
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.d...=STRK:MEWNX:IT

Oct 28th, 2009, 22:26	#1
JMP Member Last Online: Jan 24th, 2020 23:55 Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Cornwall	Upgrade Reversing Lights to LED Hi, Has anyone upgraded their standard reversing lights to LED ones similar to item 270415334545 on ebay? I have upgraded the sidelights but only with single LED's (which need to be replaced with something brighter). Does the bulb failure system get activated by the reverse lights? I know that using LED's with brake lights etc would trigger this warning. Would also want to convert my V70 if they are ok. Any help/advice greatly received. JP __________________ John 2003 '53 XC90 D5 SE 163bhp Geartronic 1999 'T' V70 XLT 2.5 10V Auto 2005 '55 Mercedes C200 CDI Avantgarde Estate 1979 'T' MGB Roadster

Oct 29th, 2009, 21:35	#4
JMP Member Last Online: Jan 24th, 2020 23:55 Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Cornwall	Thanks Guys, I'll purchase a set and let you know how I get on. __________________ John 2003 '53 XC90 D5 SE 163bhp Geartronic 1999 'T' V70 XLT 2.5 10V Auto 2005 '55 Mercedes C200 CDI Avantgarde Estate 1979 'T' MGB Roadster

Nov 2nd, 2009, 22:43	#5
JMP Member Last Online: Jan 24th, 2020 23:55 Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Cornwall	Bulbs arrived today and fitted easily. From outside they look great with a crisp xenon blue light - much brighter to look at than the old ones. It's a shame that the perceived brightness doesn't actually continue to illuminate anything whilst you are reversing the car!!! I had to replace with the old bulbs as they are next to useless at illuminating your path. I think these will be heading for the MG as tail lights as they do stand out better - they just don't illuminate your path at all. Save your money...unless you only reverse in areas with ample street lighting!! The search continues... __________________ John 2003 '53 XC90 D5 SE 163bhp Geartronic 1999 'T' V70 XLT 2.5 10V Auto 2005 '55 Mercedes C200 CDI Avantgarde Estate 1979 'T' MGB Roadster

Nov 2nd, 2009, 22:47	#6
stevo48 Premier Member Last Online: Jul 9th, 2020 20:08 Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Halifax West yorkshire	I agree with you regards the brightness of the led reversing lights, they LOOK very bright but do not throw much light out to help with reversing (I tried them on my last car) having said that standard bulbs tend not to throw much light out as well. You could always give these a shot,Item # 300353376417. http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.d...=STRK:MEWNX:IT Last edited by stevo48; Nov 2nd, 2009 at 22:51.

Oct 28th, 2009, 23:10	#2
ianu Premier Member Last Online: Apr 25th, 2024 18:32 Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Bicester View Photos By: ianu	Hi JP, I haven't checked the reversing bulbs personally - but you need to check the pin alignment arrangememt is correct as well. I was going to do my indicator bulbs (and include the resistor pack) but didn't realise the pins are not only offset height wise - but also around the circumference so the ones I got wouldn't fit. I've done my front sidelights and my rear number plate bulbs - but haven't ventured any further -- I was going to look at the mirror puddle lights next when I get round to it.. Cheers Ian

Oct 28th, 2009, 23:35	#3
stevo48 Premier Member Last Online: Jul 9th, 2020 20:08 Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Halifax West yorkshire	You are ok to replace any of the lights with LED except the brake lights, the bulb failure warning light on your dashboard only works if one of your brake lights has failed, you can use led replacement bulbs for brake lights but you will have to use ballast resistors to stop the bulb fail light from coming on.

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