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Custom Dynamics RT Brake Light
I recently had this light installed on the back of my 2014 RT LMT by a dealership. After getting home and trying it out it seems that the light is VERY dim and barely noticeable.
Any ideas on what I can do to get this brighter? I am a pretty long drive away from this dealership and would be a little difficult to get back.
Thanks for your help!
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I believe there is a resister you can remove to make them brighter
There usually pretty bright before and after braking
WHat happens when you press the brake??
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When I had mine installed, mine only lights up when you hit the brake pedal. I'm not using it as a running light. So the only time it will light up is when you hit the brakes. Mine is very bright when it lights up. It may not be properly grounded. I guess my question to you, is the brake light on all the time and when you hit the brakes it doesn't get any brighter? Please explain.
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There is a separate module that you would have had to purchase to make this a running and brake light. Sounds as if yours wasn't wired properly. If you need help you can call Joe at 616-581-1304 and he can help you with the wiring. The removal of the rear panel is simple and you only need a 30 Torx and a flat tip screwdriver.
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2014 RTS-SM6 123,600 miles Sold 11/2017
2014 RTL-SE6 8,600 miles
2011 RTS-SM5 5,000 miles
2013 RTS-SM5 burned up with 13,200 miles in 13 weeks
2010 RTS-SM5 59,148 miles
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Hey,
If the dealer installed your light, then I suggest you take it back to them. I had a similar problem and took it back to have them install another light.
My replacement light has worked faultlessly. BTW I initially had it installed as a brake light only but changed it to a brake and running light for safety.
Blade
Last edited by Blade; 07-22-2016 at 03:17 PM.
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Originally Posted by Ex-Rocket
When I had mine installed, mine only lights up when you hit the brake pedal. I'm not using it as a running light. So the only time it will light up is when you hit the brakes. Mine is very bright when it lights up. It may not be properly grounded. I guess my question to you, is the brake light on all the time and when you hit the brakes it doesn't get any brighter? Please explain.
Mine is just like yours. Only lights up when the brake pedal has been depressed. However, the light is very dim when it is on.
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Originally Posted by SpyderAnn01
There is a separate module that you would have had to purchase to make this a running and brake light. Sounds as if yours wasn't wired properly. If you need help you can call Joe at 616-581-1304 and he can help you with the wiring. The removal of the rear panel is simple and you only need a 30 Torx and a flat tip screwdriver.
Thanks, Ann...I will try to call soon!
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Originally Posted by gparr
Thanks, Ann...I will try to call soon!
We are on Pacific time so don't call too early.
2017 F3T-SM6 Squared Away Mirror Wedgies & Alignment
2014 RTS-SM6 123,600 miles Sold 11/2017
2014 RTL-SE6 8,600 miles
2011 RTS-SM5 5,000 miles
2013 RTS-SM5 burned up with 13,200 miles in 13 weeks
2010 RTS-SM5 59,148 miles
2010 RT- 622
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Personally
I would have checked the light to make sure it was working properly and to my satisfaction before I left the dealership.
Greg Kamer
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Sounds like they wired your brake wire up to the running light wire on the light. As some have said I would, as I did, wire mine to work both running and brake lights for added safety.
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Originally Posted by Dochatley
Sounds like they wired your brake wire up to the running light wire on the light. As some have said I would, as I did, wire mine to work both running and brake lights for added safety.
You need a run brake module to make that happen.
2017 F3T-SM6 Squared Away Mirror Wedgies & Alignment
2014 RTS-SM6 123,600 miles Sold 11/2017
2014 RTL-SE6 8,600 miles
2011 RTS-SM5 5,000 miles
2013 RTS-SM5 burned up with 13,200 miles in 13 weeks
2010 RTS-SM5 59,148 miles
2010 RT- 622
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