How to Make LED Brake Light

LED brake lights are a popular aftermarket add-on because LEDs are much brighter than halogen bulbs. LED lights also last much longer, requiring fewer replacements. Installing LED brake lights onto your vehicle is fairly simple, provided you have LED brake light bulbs compatible with your specific vehicle. To install the lights, you must simply remove the halogen brake light bulb and install the LED light. Alternatively, you can install an LED tail light assembly that will also replace your tail lights and turn signal lights.

Instructions

1

Lift up the hood of your vehicle and use a socket wrench to disconnect the battery. Remove the negative terminal first, then the positive terminal.

2

Open the trunk, rear door or tailgate of your vehicle to gain access to the tail light assembly screws. Remove any carpeting from the trunk or rear area.

3

Remove the screws from behind the tail light assemblies with a Phillips screwdriver. Pull the assembly out of the vehicle and disconnect its electrical connector.

4

Pull the brake light bulb out of the assembly and replace it with an LED brake light. Place the assembly back into the vehicle and reconnect the electrical connector. If you are replacing the entire assembly, simply place the new assembly into the vehicle where the old assembly was and connect the electrical connector.

5

Reinstall the screws and close the trunk, rear door or tailgate. Reconnect the battery and close the hood.