Vehicles that require HID CANBUS or LED Decoders
Below is a list of Vehicles that typically require the CANBUS (for HID kits) or Decoder option (for LED kits).
Why?
HID CANBUS version kits and LED decoder add-ons are designed to prevent warning signals/errors from appearing on the vehicle's dashboard after replacing the incandescent/halogen bulbs.
They can also prevent flickering due to the CANBUS or Decoder module, which is essentially a capacitor (type of power supply) which takes the uneven power from the vehicle and helps to create a more linear signal going into the new components. This also helps to prolong the life of the product, much like a surge protector or battery backup does for a home computer.
Reversed Polarity
Some vehicles have reversed polarity, meaning it will be required to re-pin or re-wire by flipping the wires either on the HID or LED system or the vehicle's system. If the bulbs do not power on, try this first.
Double-Check First (bulb-out error messages)
This is a general list, and your vehicle's electrical system may vary. Please check by removing the original bulb in question, start the vehicle, wait at least 30 seconds, and check to see if there is an error on the dashboard. Some vehicles even require driving for a few minutes (please do this safely during the daytime and not on public roads).
Relay Harness for HID
When installing HID, it is always best to select a relay harness regardless to prevent limitations from the stock wiring, and add a CANBUS style ballast/kit depending on the model (see below). When running a standalone kit (no relay or canbus module), the HID product is relying on the vehicle's stock wiring to power up the bulbs. Ballasts require a higher than normal amount of power upon startup, and some vehicle's are unable to provide ample wattage thus requiring either a relay harness or canbus module.
DRL (Daytime Running Lights)
For vehicles that utilize a DRL, it is REQUIRED to use a decoder add-on for both LED products, as well as HID CANBUS kits. Most DRLs run on PWM (pulsing signal), and the decoder will smooth out the signal allowing the bulb to perform correctly. Depending on the HID or LED product, some may dim, whereas others will run at full brightness. It is not recommended to use an LED or HID bulb in a HIGH-BEAM DRL, as the brightness may be too high, and can glare to oncoming traffic.
Mopar (Chrysler/Dodge/Jeep/Ram)
*2015+ Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, & Ram vehicles require a custom Mopar harness (as well as Cadillac)
Chevrolet/GMC
**Newer Chevy and GM vehicles (2014+) may require an HID product in the low-beam application. LED may not function correctly and is not recommended.
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Make |
Model |
Years |
Application |
| Acura | ILX | 2013+ | High |
| TL | 2004+ | High | |
| ZDX | 2009+ | High | |
| Audi | A1 | 2010+ | All |
| A2 | 2001+ | All | |
| A3/S3/RS3 | 2003+ | All | |
| A4/S4/RS4 | 2002+ | All | |
| A5/S5/RS5 | 2007+ | All | |
| A6/S6/RS6 | 2004+ | All | |
| A7/S7/RS7 | 2010+ | All | |
| A8/S8 | 2003+ | All | |
| A4 Allroad | 2006+ | All | |
| TT/TTS/TTRS | 2006+ | All | |
| Q3 | 2011+ | All | |
| Q5/SQ5 | 2007+ | All | |
| Q7/SQ7 | 2005+ | All | |
| Q8/SQ8/RSQ8 | 2018+ | All | |
| R8/R8 Spyder | 2007+ | All | |
| BMW | 1 Series | 2011+ | All |
| 2 Series/M2 | 2014+ | All | |
| 3 Series | 1992-1999 | Low | |
| 1999+ | All | ||
| M4 | 2014+ | All | |
| 5 Series/M5 | 1996+ | All | |
| 6 Series | 2005+ | All | |
| 7 Series | 2002+ | All | |
| 8 Series/M8 | 2018+ | All | |
| Z4 | 2009+ | All | |
| X1 | 2009+ | All | |
| X3 | 2011+ | All | |
| X5 | 2007+ | All | |
| X6 | 2008+ | All | |
| Motorcycles | 2009+ | All | |
| Cadillac** | BLS | 2006+ | All |
| CTS | 2008+ | All | |
| Escalade/Escalade ESV | 2011+ | All | |
| SRX4 | 2011+ | All | |
| CT4 | 2019+ | All | |
| CT5 | 2019+ | All | |
| CT6/CT6-V | 2016+ | All | |
| Chevrolet** | Captiva | 2007+ | Low |
| Colorado | 2012+ | Low | |
| Camaro | 2009+ | Low | |
| Cruze | 2010+ | Low | |
| Malibu | 2012+ | Low | |
| Silverado | 1998+ | Low | |
| Suburban | 2007+ | Low | |
| Tahoe | 2008+ | Low | |
| Trailblazer | 2009+ | Low | |
| Volt | 2010+ | Low | |
| Chrysler* | 200 | 2011+ | All |
| 300C | 2004+ | All | |
| Crossfire | 2004+ | All | |
| Pacifica | 2017+ | Low | |
| PT Cruiser | 2001+ | Low | |
| Voyager | 2020+ | Low | |
| Dodge* | Avenger | 2007+ | All |
| Caliber | 2006+ | All | |
| Caravan | 2001+ | All | |
| Charger | 2006+ | All | |
| Dart | 2013+ | All | |
| Durango | 2004+ | All | |
| Magnum | 2005+ | All | |
| Nitro | 2007+ | All | |
| Ram | 1999+ | All | |
| Fiat | 500 | 2012+ | All |
| 124 Spider | 2017+ | All | |
| Ford | C-Max/Grand C-Max | 2010+ | Low |
| Edge | 2009+ | All | |
| Escape | 2004+ | Low | |
| Expedition | 2007+ | Low | |
| Explorer | 2006+ | All | |
| F-150/F-250/F-350 | 2009+ | All | |
| Fusion | 2006+ | All | |
| GMC** | Acadia | 2017+ | Low |
| Canyon | 2014+ | Low | |
| Envoy | 2009+ | Low | |
| Sierra | 2013+ | Low | |
| Terrain | 2010+ | Low | |
| Yukon | 2014+ | Low | |
| Honda | Accord | 2014+ | Low |
| Civic | 2011+ | Low | |
| CR-V | 2012+ | Low | |
| Pilot | 2009+ | Low | |
| Hyundai | Elantra (GT) | 2000+ | Low |
| Sonata (GT) | 2006+ | Low | |
| Jeep* | Cherokee | 2008+ | All |
| Grand Cherokee | 2011+ | All | |
| Wrangler | 2007+ | All | |
| Wrenegade | 2014+ | All | |
| Kia | Cadenza | 2010+ | All |
| Forte | 2009+ | All | |
| Niro | 2017+ | All | |
| Optima | 2016+ | All | |
| K900 | 2012+ | All | |
| Rio | 2011+ | All | |
| Sorento (EX-L, SX, SLX) | 2010+ | All | |
| Soul | 2009+ | All | |
| Sportage | 2010+ | All | |
| Stinger | 2018+ | All | |
| Telluride | 2019+ | All | |
| Mercedes Benz | A-Class | 2004 | All |
| B-Class | 2006+ | All | |
| C-Class | 2000+ | All | |
| CLA | 2013+ | All | |
| CLS | 2004+ | All | |
| E-Class | 2003+ | All | |
| G-Class | 2002+ | All | |
| GLA | 2014+ | All | |
| GLB | 2019+ | All | |
| GLC | 2016+ | All | |
| GLE | 2019+ | All | |
| GLS | 2007+ | All | |
| S-Class | 2006+ | All | |
| SL | 2001+ | All | |
| SLC | 2004+ | All | |
| V-Class/Vito | 2007+ | All | |
| AMG GT/GT4 | 2015+ | All | |
| X-Class | 2017+ | All | |
| Mini | Cooper (all trims) | 2001+ | All |
| Nissan | Note | 2012+ | Low |
| Rouge | 2014+ | All | |
| Murano | 2010+ | Low | |
| Versa | 2006+ | Low | |
| Subaru | Impreza | 2007+ | Low/High |
| Forester | 2002+ | High | |
| Toyota | 4Runner | 2009+ | Low |
| Corolla | 2003+ | Low | |
| Matrix | 2003+ | Low | |
| Tacoma | 2005+ | Low | |
| Tundra | 2007+ | Low | |
| Volvo | C30 | 2008+ | Low |
| S40/V50 | 2004+ | Low | |
| S60/V70 | 2001+ | Low | |
| S80 | 2006+ | Low | |
| S90/V90 | 2016+ | Low | |
| XC40 | 2017+ | Low | |
| XC60 | 2017+ | Low | |
| XC90 | 2003+ | Low | |
| VW | Arteon | 2017+ | All |
| Atlas | 2018+ | All | |
| Beetle | 2011+ | All | |
| Golf/GTI/R | 2006+ | All | |
| Jetta | 2005+ | All | |
| Passat | 2005+ | All | |
| Polo | 2008+ | All | |
| Tiguan | 2007+ | All | |
| Touareg | 2002+ | All |
Bulb size quick cross reference guide
- 9003 is the same as H4
- 9008 is the same as H13
- 9145 is the same as H10
- HB2 is the same as H4
- HB1 is the same as 9004
- HB3 is the same as 9005
- HB4 is the same as 9006
- HB5 is the same as 9007
- 800 is the same as 880
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