LED license plate lights: are they legal and how are they installed?
LED license plate lights are one of the easiest car upgrades to make. They replace the factory lights with regular bulbs and illuminate the license plate with bright white light. Here's what you need to know before you order them.
Are LED license plate lights legal?
The license plate lighting must be white and illuminate the number evenly so that it can be read clearly at night. LED ceiling lights by model meet these requirements. Do not use colored (blue, red) lights - they are prohibited. The lighting requirements are described in the rules of IAAA.
Why LED and not regular bulbs?
- The light is white and uniform.
- They last many times longer.
- They do not heat the plastic of the ceiling light.
- They light up instantly and consume minimal power.
CANbus and dashboard errors
Many cars monitor whether the license plate bulbs are working. The ceiling lights by model have a built-in CANbus module that prevents errors on the dashboard. If you use universal LED bulbs W5W, choose a model with CANbus.
Installation of LED license plate lights
Installation takes about 5 minutes. Use a flathead screwdriver or a plastic pry bar to lift the old lamp, unplug the plug, and plug in the new one. Press it into place until it clicks. Turn on the lights and check that both lamps light up equally.
How to choose
LED ceiling lights are produced by model - VW, Audi, Skoda, BMW, Mercedes, Opel, Ford, etc. The compatible models are listed in the name of each product. View them in the category LED license plate lights.
LED license plate lights or LED bulbs
If the car's ceiling lights are healthy, you can replace only the bulbs with LED versions W5W or C5W. However, the ceiling lights by model give a more uniform light, because the LEDs are distributed over their entire area. In addition, the glass of the old ceiling light turns yellow over the years and scatters the light - the new ceiling light solves this problem as well.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is drilling necessary? No, the ceiling lights fit in place of the original ones. Are they waterproof? Yes, they have a gasket like the factory ones.
Conclusion
LED license plate lights give a modern look and don't burn out like regular bulbs. Choose a set for your model from LED ceiling lights and order with delivery with Econt and BOX NOW.
