Sorry to hear about your problem BradC. I can't recall off the top of my head what the load equalizer was needed for - but I know some models required it or not. I wanna say it was only needed for the V6s to use LED taillights, but I could be wrong. I don't think SRTs needed anything - the LED taillights should be plug&play.

 

This is what I found. Maybe it's some off the wall mfg of the light?? They look nice just no terminal where my brake light is.

 

OK Here's the attachment

 

On V6's the turn signals and brake lights are combined. The fix is posted by me in the How To section....

 

this is a common problem with these lights, just swap the connections, they should be easy to unclip and reclip, just need a very fine (electronics style) flat head screwdriver...

 

Yeah... Thats what you'd think, however the plug on these particular lights is filled and bonded with epoxy. So there is no un plugging and re plugging. The vendor already took them back and said he'd send a new set next week. I told him to make sure the lower row on the plug has two terminals.

 

I can feel your frustration, excited with the new mod and then to find out it isn't working even though it is brand new! I just did my LEDs last week and had to trouble shoot a little bit before I got it all going... I needed the aluminum foil trick to make the bottom running lights work, and had to switch around the bulbs for both reverse lights and one turn signal... but it was all working in short order. What manufacturer are you using? Sonars? By way of checking the brake lights I used my jump box (jump start a car without another car) since it is heavy and I could jam it against the pedal. Maybe you can use a tool box or something for the same effect when it comes time to re-install. Good luck, post pics when you get em in!

 

Many inconsistancies with Sonar...

 

just returned mine last week.had problem with right blinker.still have the problem of when braking the blinkers come on.they are sending a new set to the shop i deal with.just like to know is it that easy just to change the connections because the shop i go to they didnt even know of the problem.they are going to install the new tailghts this week so i like to know before i go to the shop if the problem can be fixed by just changing the connecters.

 

Frankio-- you need to read this thread! Rewiring the light fixture is not the fix... can't be done. This can't be overcome at the back of the car. The lights are not the issue... it is how the FCM (Forward Control Module) sends the signals to the light.

http://www.300cforums.com/forums/te...s/tech-tips-diy-how/34591-how-c-tail-lights-base-touring-limited-incl-leds.html

If you don't want to do this mod-- the other option you have is to cut the wiring free for the turn signal lamp and attach it to the backup light socket. This will give you 2 back up lights per side. The top portion (LEDs) will function as the brake lights AND turn signals.

MC

 

thanks again for this info.know i understand want you mean.i will make sure i tell the guys that are going to install them.thanks again

 

Hi!
Can you let us know your success with this? I wonder if there is an easier way to rig tail lights from a 300C to a 300 Touring. I don't like the red turn signals and I'd like to swap them for 300C tail lights.
Thanks!

 

Well after a month of waiting for the new lights still have the same problem blinkers come on when braking.Got my my money back and going to ordrer them on ebay.There is another forum on these lights.The lights on that forum will fit the base and limited modles thats what the member states.I hope i dont have any problems with the set i am going to order.I will keep you updated.

 

Hi!
I read Italianguy's article on rewiring the tail lamps... I have to admit that I was lost at sentence three or so!

Do you think that the dealer can reprogram this FCM thing?

Since I have no expertise in this area, allow me to amuse you with my idea.

Say you find this FCM from a wrecked 300C, take it out (can I do that?) and put it in my Touring model. Then splice the tail lamp connector from a 300C to my Tourning.

Would that work? :shrug:

Thanks!

 

Hi!
I read Italianguy's article on rewiring the tail lamps... I have to admit that I was lost at sentence three or so!

Do you think that the dealer can reprogram this FCM thing?

Since I have no expertise in this area, allow me to amuse you with my idea.

Say you find this FCM from a wrecked 300C, take it out (can I do that?) and put it in my Touring model. Then splice the tail lamp connector from a 300C to my Tourning.

Would that work? :shrug:

Thanks!

the FCM mod took me all but 5 or 10 minutes, don't let it intimidate you. I highly doubt any dealership would be willing to do this for you, as I imagine they'd claim your warantee is voided when you start cutting wires. I suggest disconnecting the battery and unplugging the plugs on the FCM and seeing how easy this is going to be. You cut two wires, and splice onto another two. Mod complete. If the fast blinker bothers you, he's got a fix for that on the FAQ thats 2 wires and a ground as well.