DIY LED Load Equalizer
Light-emitting diode (LED) lights are brighter and more visible than traditional light bulbs. LED load equalizers, also known as LED resistors, are needed when using LED lights in vehicles. Without a load equalizer, your turn signals will not blink properly. They will either blink repeatedly, like a strobe light, or not blink at all. You can install an equalizer in a series of straightforward steps.
Things You'll Need
- 4 resistors, 3-ohm
- Electrical tape
- Pliers
- 2 splice taps
- 2 LED turn signal bulbs
Instructions
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Locate the turn signal running light source, which is normally located under the headlights. There should be a small hole under the turn signal lights underneath the car.
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Pull the turn signal bulb away from the car to remove it. Store it in a safe place for later use.
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Remove the positive running wire, turn light wire and ground wire from the input of the back of the existing turn signal fixture.
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Run the turn light wire into the input of a splice tap, through the splice tap, and out the output of the slice tap. Twist the ends of the turn light wire and the positive running wire together. Cover the exposed wire with electrical tape.
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Insert one end of the resistor wire into the splice tap. Close the cover of the splice tap with pliers. The resistor wire connects the turn light wire and the positive running wire to the resistor.
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Insert the ground wire into the input of the second splice tap, through the splice tap, and out the output of the slice tap. Connect the end of the ground wire to the frame of the car.
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Insert the other end of the resistor wire into the second splice tap. Close the cover of the splice tap with pliers. The resistor wire connects the ground wire to the resistor. Repeat for the other turn signal.
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Insert an LED bulb into the existing turn signal fixture. Turn on the ignition and check the turn signals.
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Tips & Warnings
Remove the keys from the car or motorcycle ignition to prevent electric shock.
LED load equalizers emit heat similar to a light bulb. Keep the load equalizers away from plastic or other materials that can melt under hot temperatures.
