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Old Jan 19, 2009 | 04:02 PM
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I've tried two pairs of the Jlevi LED license plate lights and they cause errors when the switch is in "Auto" on startup. This is unacceptable to me.

Does anyone offer direct bulb replacements that won't cause these types of errors?

If not, I guess I'm forced to go with the OEM upgrade?

Any wisdom on this is appreciated.

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Old Jan 19, 2009 | 04:07 PM
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do the OEM LED lights with cables...


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Old Jan 19, 2009 | 04:11 PM
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Originally Posted by VirtualRain' post='771939' date='Jan 19 2009, 05:02 PM
I've tried two pairs of the Jlevi LED license plate lights and they cause errors when the switch is in "Auto" on startup. This is unacceptable to me.

Does anyone offer direct bulb replacements that won't cause these types of errors?

If not, I guess I'm forced to go with the OEM upgrade?

Any wisdom on this is appreciated.

Cheers!
had the same problem and just gave up and bought the OEM one's with the cables that GENE said, though its not as bright as the aftermarket one's but at least its white and much better than the regular bulb and you don't have any error codes!!
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Old Jan 19, 2009 | 04:19 PM
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Originally Posted by GENEaTALS' post='771944' date='Jan 19 2009, 05:07 PM
do the OEM LED lights with cables...


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Thanks Gene. Just added my name to that list as well....Tired of the errors on mine too

I am a spending machine lately.
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Old Jan 19, 2009 | 04:25 PM
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Originally Posted by Fugs' post='771953' date='Jan 19 2009, 05:19 PM
Thanks Gene. Just added my name to that list as well....Tired of the errors on mine too

I am a spending machine lately.
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Old Jan 19, 2009 | 04:31 PM
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You can also try running resistors in the license plate area but it's so small that it will be tough to fit.
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