LED SIGNAL LIGHTS - '14 ST

[zamfield]

UPDATE..... LED SIGNAL LIGHTS - '14 ST

UPDATE...


I've figured out the 2014 Can Am St issue with the LED signal light kit.
Apparently, the 14 model can recalibrate it's own LEDs and does this by the owner turning the bike on, holding the hazard light switch for approx 30 secs until the dash lights flash once quickly.
Afterwards turn the hazards off and put the right signal on and turn the ignition off, then repeat the same process (hazards / Off / left signal).


You can set each light individually too... Obviously I've stumbled across all of this, but the signal leds are working now... WITHOUT the resistor attached!
That's right, there is no resister in line but they now flash correctly.

Apparently, the new Harleys have the same feature with their canbus system.


Ordered a set of the rear LED rear signal light kit from Custom Dynamics.
The strange thing is that when I hooked them up (They come with a resister and are plug and play) they flash correctly with the engine off, but as soon as I start the engine, they flash fast as if there's no load resister attached!

Custom Dynamics have sent me another resister of a different value (The lead tech says its a 10-25)... This resister flashes fast whether the engine is running or not.

They're sending me another resister (10-20) but I don't hold out much hope as they are now just guessing if it'll work.

I'm frustrated as they say this kit will work with the 2014 ST that I have, but it obviously doesn't.

Anyone know what size resister should be used or if there's another issue I'm / we're missing.
(I know this has to do with the CAN BUS and that when the engine is running there's more power going through the LED's)

 

[ThreeWheels]

What kit did you buy ?
I bought the High Mount Brake Light and have it set up as a running light and brake light.
When I called them, I had originally asked to buy the 3 way light, brake, running and turn signal.
I was told that their turn signals didn't play well with the 2014, but they couldn't give any other information.

 

[billybovine]

Install the bulbs with the resistor you think is correct. Press and hold the hazard warning flasher button for 30 seconds. That should fix it.

 

[zamfield]

Install the bulbs with the resistor you think is correct. Press and hold the hazard warning flasher button for 30 seconds. That should fix it.

Nope, didn't fix it.

 

[zamfield]

What kit did you buy ?
I bought the High Mount Brake Light and have it set up as a running light and brake light.
When I called them, I had originally asked to buy the 3 way light, brake, running and turn signal.
I was told that their turn signals didn't play well with the 2014, but they couldn't give any other information.

Got the Spyder Rear Super Bright Turn Signals.

http://www.customdynamics.com/can_am_spyder_led_lighting.htm

 

[Flamewinger]

With my 2013 I have the same problem. My plan is to add a few more LEDs to the load so they blink slower. Other than that I'm not sure what else would work.


Susie
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[GrumpySteelMan]

Similar issue with my ST-L.

I have the triple play and the LED turns and brake lights. They only flash fast when the brakes are applied - which shouldn't happen since i replaced all of the lights per custom dynamics instructions.

 

[mastertek2000]

I came across a Technical Service article regarding your turn signal. In most cases, the problem can be cured by performing a cluster recalibration. You can bring the unit in any time and we’d be happy to do it or you can follow these simple steps:
1. Turn key on
2. Press and hold the hazard button for 30 seconds
3. The cluster lights will flash confirming the calibration has been successful.

 

[zamfield]

I came across a Technical Service article regarding your turn signal. In most cases, the problem can be cured by performing a cluster recalibration. You can bring the unit in any time and we’d be happy to do it or you can follow these simple steps:
1. Turn key on
2. Press and hold the hazard button for 30 seconds
3. The cluster lights will flash confirming the calibration has been successful.

Tried this last night... Doesn't work on the 2014.

 

[mastertek2000]

i have the resistors you need just hanging around pm your info and will send you them i have no need for them

 

[jcthorne]

I came across a Technical Service article regarding your turn signal. In most cases, the problem can be cured by performing a cluster recalibration. You can bring the unit in any time and we’d be happy to do it or you can follow these simple steps:
1. Turn key on
2. Press and hold the hazard button for 30 seconds
3. The cluster lights will flash confirming the calibration has been successful.

That only works on the 2014 and newer RT. the 2013 and older RT and all ST do not have this recal feature.

I tried 4 different resisters trying to get the LED rear turn signals to work, never did. Nanny does not like them. Oh, and those resistors get HOT be careful where you plan to mount them, they WILL melt plastic.

 

[zamfield]

i have the resistors you need just hanging around pm your info and will send you them i have no need for them

Great, I'll give them a go.
PM'd you.

 

[mastertek2000]

Will send them out tomorrow

 

[zamfield]

UPDATE!

UPDATE ORIGINAL POST... problem fixed!