Easy Ford C-Max LED Headlight and High-Beam Replacement
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- Опубліковано 5 лип 2024
- Headlight: geni.us/C-Max_Headlight
High-Beam: geni.us/C-MAX-High-Beam
*Use Discount Code 'DansWay' for 15% off from Auxito.com
Other Replacement Bulbs:
Front Turn Signal: geni.us/Turn_Bi-Color_W-Resitr
Front Side Marker Light: geni.us/Auxito_Amber_194
Front Fog-Light Yellow: geni.us/Ausito_fog_light_yelo
Front Fog-Light White: geni.us/Auxito_Fog_Light_White
Rear Brake LEDs: geni.us/Auxito_Brake_7443
Rear Turn Signal LEDs: geni.us/TurnSignal_ResistorLED
Rear Running Light LEDs: geni.us/Auxito_1157_Red
Rear Backup LEDs: geni.us/Auxito_White_921
Today I replaced the headlight and high-beam bulbs with LEDs on my Ford C-Max Energi Hybrid. The process is easy enough for anyone to follow along.
WARNING: LEDs don't seem to work on the early 2013 build of the C-Max (before 7/8/13), so if you have a 2013, please check the build date. Needs to be later in 2013 because they changed something about the headlight circuit after that...
If you get blinking/flashing, then I suggest adding ballast resistors to increase the current drawn from the bulbs: Hyper-Flash Load Resistors: geni.us/6ohm-Anti-Blink
TOOLS:
Ratcheting Wrenches: amzn.to/3IbQsLM
Torx Tip Set: amzn.to/33QARTb
The links above are Associate affiliated which means that without costing you a dime, I get a few dimes when you use these links.
Thanks so much for the support!
Dan
Contents:
0:00 - Introduction
1:05 - Fixture Removal
4:24 - Bulb Replacement - Авто та транспорт
Please use code 'Dansway' to get 15% off these LEDs: geni.us/C-Max_Headlight
Also, please note that some early 2013 owners are having problems with the bulbs not staying on, so I would suggest getting a resistor set as well in case this is needed. I'm waiting for others to reply back if the resistors solve their problems. Most people are not having problems (myself included), and mine is a 'late 2013' model.
I greatly appreciate you for making this video. It helped me to replace the front right turn signal bulb in my 2013 C-Max E-nergi. I would not have known otherwise to remove the top fender screws (and about the tab on the light assembly housing). With your help I successfully removed the assembly and replaced the bulb in just minutes. Sincerely, thank you! Also, my bulb was incandescent so I stayed with that for the replacement only because I slightly fear change, but thank you again for helping me.
You're very welcome!
Thank you for your video. The High LED Beams that I bought did not have that adaptor for me.
Спасибо за видео! Я поменял в правой фаре лампу ближнего света на светодиодную не снимая фару. Но я видел, как мастер снимал эту фару не откручивая крыло. Но звук при этом был очень громкий и пугающий😁
We need a comparison of before and after!
Yah, sorry about not getting a proper ‘before’ shot but trust me the color clarity difference and increase in brightness make it totally worth it.
@@DansWay I'll take your word for it. How much did you spend on the LED lights?
Thank you for showing me that it is not as easy as changing a household light bulb so I'll have the professionals handle this next week 🙏
....any update? Heard these are good for 6 months max.....fans stop working and overheat
Thank you so much. I just changed my headlight bulb using your tutorial.
Excellent video. You are very good explaining how to do this and doing it. Many thanks.
You are very welcome!
Thank you! Love the instructions (why is EVERYTHING so hard to replace on the C-Max?) Also, love the shirt!
Amen!
Bravissimo , dimostrazione splendida 👍
Thanks Dan! Appreciate your time and sharing this!
No worries! Are you going to try something like this on your car?
@@DansWay Hi again Dan. Thanks for your reply. I have a C-Max and want to get LED's installed. Mine is a 2016, but I can see the engine compartment is the same. I went to follow your link and it is not working. If you can let me know, I will wait for you to resolve before I order. Have a great day!
@@jodyk4949 I just clicked on the links and they worked fine...??
Try these:
Low-Beam: auxito.com/collections/auxito-h11-h8-h9-led-headlight-bulb/products/dd-m3-h8?rq=yr_2013~mk_Ford~md_C-Max~tm_Standard%20Trims~ml_Low%20Beam
High-Beam: auxito.com/collections/h1-led-headlight-bulbs/products/auxito-h1-led-headlight-bulbs-12000lm-per-set-6500k-xenon-white-mini-size-wireless-headlight?rq=yr_2013~mk_Ford~md_C-Max~tm_Standard%20Trims~ml_High%20Beam
@@DansWay it must be a security setting on my end then. Thank you for the new link. Cheers!
I have attempted to install LED's twice in my 2013 C-Max Hybrid SEL. First was a set from C6 and the 2nd attempt a set by Daylead. Both would work only with the vehicle "on" but would cut out when started and in running mode. The ECM literally kills the headlights because of the draw. I attempted a cancelling capacitor but that didn't work either (and the box is way too big for interior placement in the assembly). I can't be the only one who's had issues with this, but nobody seems to have a fix?
I seem to be having a similar issue.
Same here
I just want LED headlights on my cmax :(
@@kensutton8832 Do you have a C-Max built in early 2013?
@@mazdaspeed3dr Do you have a C-Max built in early 2013?
Can you try the signal? Auxito 3157?
Thanks for video if possible, make a video on changing the oil in the transmission
Спасибо мужик!
Worked just like you showed, great video. I have a 2013 Ford C-Max Hybrid that I just picked up. Problem though, after I replaced the bulbs I turned the vehicle on and they worked just fine, but after a few hours later I drove it, and the headlights would not stay on, only the brights. Any ideas on what it could be? I am going to take them out tomorrow and double check all the connections and do try it again. Any suggestions would be appreciated
Wow, I have no idea why it would only work for a time. I’ve had mine for months now with no issues at all. Please let us know what you find out. Someone else said their lights would only stay on for a few moments before shutting down.
@@DansWay same thing happens with me. Apparently the experts in my area told me that the LEDs are much stronger than the halogens that are currently on it so the car senses that and doesnt light them up to avoid overheating/melting of any components? I am not sure if this makes sense but they told me I can install a wire connecting that will get me around this issue to use LEDs but I figured that its not worth it
to be clear, what happens with me is that when the switch is on, the lights light up as they normally would. However, as I turn on the car, the lights turn off.
@@zaincazorla6914 Did you ever figure this issue out? Do you have an 'early 2013' build of the car?
Having the same issue on my father in-laws 2013 CMax Hybrid. They don’t stay on.
It´s a real pain in the xxx to remove those headlight units. I did it a couple of months ago without removing the 2 bolts nearest the rear end, like you did. Why on GODS earth do the engineers make it that complicated. Jeeeeez. And like you also said, the cables to the connector are really short, why on GODS earth not make them just 10 centimeters longer?
ended up installing auxitos, they’re very nice however my high beams were different and i had to tinker a bit
Did they end up working for you? Which model number were they?
@@DansWay they worked but they were blinding everyone so i put halogens back
I tried changing my headlights from halogen to LED. Whenever I turn the car on with the new bulbs, they light up for a split second but then won't stay on. Have you seen this before? Is this happening because I haven't changed the high beams as well? Do you know if there's a fix for what I'm going through?
Hey there, I didn't see any strange behavior on my 2013 C-Max Energi. Can you tell me exactly what year/model C-Max you have, and what model number bulbs you ordered?
@@DansWay I'm having this exact problem would LOVE help. I have a 2013 Cmax Energi and tried the H11 Sylvania LED lights. When turning on the car, they cut on for 0.5-3 seconds, then off, as above. I also notice - they always flicker (very dimly), even when the care is off. Did I waste my money on these bulbs and need a new set, should I buy a resistor, any help is appreciated!
@@tim5635 Hey Thomas, so sorry this didn't work right away for you. I would reach out to Auxito support and ask them if a resistor kit would help out. It is possible the car doesn't like that there isn't enough power being drawn so it shuts down the circuit. I have no idea why you would be getting a dim flicker, that is supper strange! Please let me know if adding resistors makes a difference for you as I haven't done this myself.
sometimes a CAN BUS problem, needing some resistor load, i think...
I changed my lights , anyone car change to power battery saver mode ,? My card turn off right after I switched to led lights ? Anyone know how to how to fix this ?
Sorry to hear this. Was the replacement battery fully charged when installed? My only guess... Also, did you reset the car computer? Both of these would likely help. The car thinks the 12V battery is weak or low on voltage.
I attempted to use these and they will not work on my 2013 Cmax Energi. They come on for a brief second and power to plug shuts down. I have to turn car off replace with halogen and they come back on.
Hey Jason, that is so strange! Not sure if you got a bad set, or if the car is doing something strange. I haven't experienced anything but normal behavior myself... I would contact Auxito and ask for a replacement set. They are good about that.
@@DansWay I believe it may be a car related safety feature. I tried 2 different brand LEDs with same results. They work fine for the fog lights and high beams, but not the low beam driving lights.
@@jasonkuebler6542 Good to know, thanks for sharing
Sounds like I have the same problem and will be putting my homage into the back in tomorrow. Does anybody have any solutions for this problem?
Which LEDs did you use? What brand/model number?
This was a great vid and I really wanted LED's but after reading the comments I, like others, am left wondering if this is worth the brain damage? Did anyone have success the first time and what are the specs on that?
Seems like people having problems have the early 2013 model year version. I haven't seen any people commenting on the late 2013-2018 models (if that is helpful). Auxito offers 30-day returns on product from their website, and Amazon has their return policies as well if you want to give it a shot.
turns out these leds blind everyone on the road.. need to do something about it
Hey there, thanks for the comment. Are you speaking specifically about this bulb/car combination, or making a generalization about LED lights on cars overall?
@@DansWay hey dan, i also have a c max and i used the same auxito leds and people flash at me all the time, even i went to see the lights and it was very bright unfortunately. the best way to get leds on these are to retrofit projectors in them
@@apostolllos Ok, interesting. Thanks for the info. I have yet to have a single person flash me with my lights. I'm wondering if the alignment of the fixture could be adjusted on yours to bring the horizontal level of the light down.
I physically can not remove the power supply cable I’ve tried for like an hour.
and the rest of the lights!?
I’m doing all of them, but I’m backed up editing the videos for them. The turn signals and Fog lights are installed, just need to edit the video. Do you want links to what I used?
@@DansWay yes please. would you know about putting in relays as well? (to prevent hyper blinking?)
@@sleepingtiger4436 The hyper-blinking is caused by the car not sensing enough current being drawn by the old style bulb. Those drew several amps of power, which the car uses to confirm that the bulb isn't burned out. Turn signals and brake lights are important safety features, which is why they add this current-sense function. To fool the car, you need to add a large resistor to 'burn' off power as heat like the old bulb did. You need to add a resistor across the leads of the LED because the LED draws perhaps 1/10th the power of the old bulb. Here is a link to what I use: geni.us/6ohm-Anti-Blink
@@DansWay i had read that relays could also be used as a alternative to resistors which in my mind may be an easier install?
@@sleepingtiger4436perhaps, but the car hyper-flashes because it doesn't see the right amount of current being drawn by the bulb. Adding relays doesn't solve this problem...
incredibly crap design of the headlights, to require the tools and twiddling yo change a headlamp bulb! !
i think that replacement of a headlamp, turn signal, or brake lamp. vulnerable, should *require no tools* , being that these are "mission-critical" safety items!
That would be a dream for sure... I tried to make it as easy as possible, but pulling on the fender and removing bolts is a true pain!
Whoever designed the headlight assembly on the C-max should have been fired.
Don’t fool yourself. These led will only fix the appearance! And you barely will see anything on the dark road
I hear you, but that is most definitely not my experience with multiple vehicles I’ve installed these LEDs into. They substantially improve the clarity by being a whiter light, and the high beams shine substantially further down the road than the standard incandescent bulbs.
@@DansWay not telling about these bulbs , but my friend got not cheap leds from amazon with good reviews for his fusion 2015 and failed a simple test. we just put the cars against the wall after the sundown and in comparison to even c-max 2013 factory bulbs his leds were nothing. and comparing to BMW 528 2009 the c max headlights were nothing. as u get it we can compare that BMW headlights to a modern car and the result will be even better.
briefly, those leds change were the worst bulbs I've ever seen :)
@@Alex-gn6xb Gotcha. Yah, there are a lot of options out there. That is why I have stuck with Auxito because they warantee their parts to last, and the quality has been excellent. I haven't had problems with the 5+ sets of headlights I've installed.