2021 F-150 Z-Flash makes factory lights STROBE

I installed a Z-Flash LED Light Flasher on my 2021 Ford F-150 Powerboost. All of the flash patterns are displayed at the end of the video. This is an independent non-sponsored review.
As their website says:
The Z-Flash BCM for Ford is the easiest way to flash your factory lights. Simply connect into your vehicle's BCM port and connect to the Z-Flash box. The Z-Flash can work as a plug and play system with the switch, or you can hardwire it to your controller or switch. The Z-Flash BCM plugs directly into the BCM of select Ford vehicles and flashes the vehicle's front & rear turn signals, mirror turn signal lights, cargo light, 3rd brake light and reverse lights. The Z-Flash BCM Plug and Play Flasher for Ford will not damage your vehicle and can easily be removed at any time.
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[@beakfish7319]

So i hate to say this but there are only 3 patterns. "Action flash", "comet flash", and my personal favorite "signal alert". Honestly those are the 3 best ones out there, its always a variation of those flash patterns you see on construction and emergency vehicles. But man it looks so good, great purchase!

[@Captainskot]

Thanks for your video, it was the most helpful of any, by far. Also appreciated a complete review of the light patterns on the F150. The patterns look a little different on a Dodge or Chevy setup. You had me nervous when you said "let's see if I blew up my BCM". Your check engine light issue, made me even more apprehensive. But I gave it a shot and everything worked like a charm! A couple things: 1. I disco'd aux battery first, connected it last. I also kept the key fob away from truck until I was completely finished. No check engine light. 2. The amount of wires and items in box is intimidating and the supplied instructions could be better, your video is a must watch. Your suggestion to orient the illustrations to the trucks BCM is helpful. You are right about wishing Ford had made the BCM connection with a little more lead in the wires. It's a very tight fit. 2. BCM/ Fuse box cover won't fit back properly. I had to modify the cover. 3. I'm using the supplied on/off switch. It gets power at all times, with red led "off" light staying on. I hope the power drain for that will be minimal and not cause issue. In the end, this turned out easier than expected in large credit to you and your video. I would've been frustrated as ever without it. Much thanks! You have a sub for life!!! Much thanks

[@GearsGadgets]

Thanks I really appreciate the feedback and the sub. Happy when these niche videos help someone.

[@Captainskot]

@@GearsGadgets Just curious, did you modify (cut) your fuse box door or did you have another solution to make it fit?

[@andrewbowery9707]

I hate fords with a passion that I can’t describe here, concerning language and just being unnecessarily foul. However, having said that. This is an excellent video and was described and performed in a professional way that other creators should emulate. Well done sir! Truck looks great!

[@stevenkovalsky7805]

I also have a ‘21. Thanks for sharing this, it pushed me over the edge to order mine. I’ve been everything I needed to see.

[@gregm3668]

You don't have to give the haters an audience. I didn't watch think it was how to of every minute detail you need. A but if what to do- and then review. You did great explaining why you wanted this, caveats, and your impressions. From a real consumer. Keep it up.

[@Louie_Ponce_Motography]

Agree with everything you said and good install work. Great low light footage with the drone as well! 🤘

[@MeachMeacham]

This is awesome. I just ordered and needed a video to help me through. Also in AZ. Thank you!

[@verdonrocksphotography3510]

aaaand now you are official .... cool mod, cheers V!

[@karstenvonhoesslin]

Thanks for a great video. Appreciate your time put into this!

[@Youno954]

My grand Cherokee v6 had two batteries, so I think it is normal for system with stopstart. The lights look really nice! Thanks for the information

[@JimmyRadloff]

Sweet I might have to get these so I can do some off duty jobs in my powerboost

[@cwqrpportable]

Very cool Dan, thanks for sharing.

[@thunderbear0]

3rd and 6th patterns are best imo

[@ssaad3080]

I appreciate the video. I've purchased the Z-Flash months ago and have been intimidated on installing it. I wish you would of showed some detail on the wiring. How to unplug the harness and which plug goes first. There is no room to work down there. Thanks for the video.

[@billymooneyjr]

Yeah I have a 2018 Silverado and my unit came with fuses and wires and 2 different tiny little switches and the instructions explain NOTHING

[@Captainskot]

I felt the same way going in. But turned out easier than expected and works great. My guess is getting a camera down there to see everything would be impossible. Other videos show how to disc the BCM's, but don't so as good a job with showing the install. You can't connect the wires wrong, each only connects one way. Everything's a tight fit, patience is always helpful.

[@BackroadDriver]

Great video and thanks for the shoutout!

[@hectorperez6293]

super nice lights kit

[@UltraBrightLightz]

Hi Dan! Great video! We are so glad that you like our Z-Flash BCM! Please let us know if we can assist with anything in the future!

[@lespeterson3426]

Would be nice to have your website for this unit, to see what other vehicles you have one for, like 2020 Ford ranger lariat for example.

[@OldAndGettingOlder]

Pretty cool. I liked pattern #4 best.

[@beakfish7319]

Pattern 1 and 4 are called "action flash", its what police, fire, and rescue usually opt for. One of my favorites as well! You'll see the top lighting brands like whelen, federal signal, and code3 using these patterns in their products.

[@standnbangnufc4681]

thanks! wonder if these will hook up to the aux switches on the raptor.

[@thunderbear0]

8:00 ayy that our boi jermy :D

[@dw235]

I like flash pattern #4.

[@jeffpatch5]

I need to see you putting the connections together please... That is the thing that is making me nervous

[@adammiddleton4037]

G&G: Gets new BCM…. Lets hook something up to it and see what happens lol 😂

[@GearsGadgets]

G&G gets new APIM, Adam a Middleton mocks him for some other fabricated scenario he makes up. 😂

[@remm10]

What happens when you hit the brakes does it override the strobes and give you solid brake lights

[@user-hq4nn9fk4e]

JUST INSTALLED IN MY 2023 XLT, Where did you put all the excess wiring? Should i replace the rear halogen bulbs with LED and what # fits,

[@OceanDriveSpeeder]

Well I'm sold, I went to the Z-Flash site. I can't figure out who sells these? Their site doesn't. I didn't see any vendors anywhere. My other concern is while I have factory LED headlights & Fog lights, the rest of my stock 2017 Wrangler JK has reg light bulbs everywhere else. Will these burn bulbs out sooner? I'm a senior, I don't work on cars any more.

[@al52269]

Great video. Thanks for sharing. New subscriber here

[@papap.8006]

Looks very good. Reminds me of my of my taillights on the Tri Glide Eagle Lights. Have you seen the new Chevrolet EV Truck? You know me, I like my GM models. 2 weeks before Del date for the Blazer. I didn’t ask you about Daytona do you plan on going? Sturgis? Marty

[@juanelcubano6713]

My Z Flash is hooked straight to the obd2, plug and play

[@GearsGadgets]

On a Ford?

[@wheelslip]

How are these holding up? Still working with no problems?

[@charlie-qm9gz]

Dan love the channel always interesting content that looks great I wish I had a need for it I would get in a second also I finally came across the ford issue my f150 powerboost had a similar problem I am unable to download software I need Apin and a recall for a. Insulator but can you tell me when the bluecruz is coming out

[@brianpliska1283]

I had the obd in my explorer and I was have problems with it traded the explorer in for 2021 f150 and was thinking about the same set up you have. Any problems or everything this working good yet.

[@Mudlife407]

Can you send me the flash patterns so I can copy them? These look great. Mine came with garbage patterns from z flash for my f150.

[@billymooneyjr]

How do I attach the included on off switch and what the heck gets plugged into the black 3-wire harness?? What are all these bronze 25V fuses with wires coming out both sides??

[@paosetek]

Will it work with stock bulbs on my 2020 F-150? Or do I need to change everything to LED?

[@gustavoalainmorenocantu7408]

Are you able to drive having the flasher on or is the flasher on only when parked?

[@EURRIZOLA]

I’m curious about being able to connect this to my auto start stop button that came from the factory deleted? It’s just a blank switch that would be perfect for this. What do you think? Could it be done?

[@brandonnorris4602]

We’re you able to hide all wires back in kickwell?

[@davidtk403]

Are these only for trucks? Or can be applied to sport cars?

[@williadawilliams]

Dan, can you help me? I want to hardwire my dashcam. I have a 2021 F-150. Which fuse # is the constant on power and which is the on when the ignition is on for the inside fuse box?

[@jacobochs5051]

do you think this would work for the 24s?

[@jackas1583]

Hi Dan, can i connect the switch to 8 gang switch panel so it can be turned on/off by the switch panel instead of having an extra push button switch?

[@FireAndEMS]

Great video! By any chance does this allow you to flash high beams ? Asking as a first responder. Thanks.

[@Captainskot]

Nope

[@hellraiserx9490]

Holy crap! What a rats nest the wires how do you get all that back underneath that cover? It looks like it would be impossible!

[@reissallan]

Will the lights flash with the vehicle in Drive, or will they only flash when parked?

[@GearsGadgets]

Yes they flash in drive.

[@BlownC52000]

Can you isolate certain lights or all of them have to be on

[@hellraiserx9490]

I would really love to have this splash your system unfortunately with my poor eyesight I don’t think I could figure it out and I would probably blow my truck up LOL!

[@jeffpryor8670]

That’s odd. I just installed mine today and only have 3 flash patterns. Wonder if it’s because mine is an STX and yours is higher trim with LEDs? What did you do with all the wiring? Mine won’t fit behind the BCM cover. Not a chance

[@jasonangamarca]

i think it’s 3 from the factory and u can program 3 of ur own control

[@mobileoclaser3048]

Don’t they have one that just plugs into your OBD port to make the flasher??

[@nathanschulz1828]

Yeah they do. This works in drive with more patterns their obd plug and play has 1 pattern in drive.

[@Bite-Size-Tech]

How does it with for the XLT trim that has halogen tail lights?

[@Monkey_Snot]

I like that you used Dr Phil who is as fake as those fake cops you were talking about lmao

[@jeffpatch5]

2023 F-150

[@Astrand1]

Question. I just looked at the zflash site. Looks like they have a plug n play obd2 only setup that eliminates all that plugging at the bcm. Is there a reason you went with this setup as opposed to the easier one?

[@MadFF11]

This is a late response, but are you sure the obd2 plug will fit your 2021 F150? and the other issue -- the obd2 plug version may just be unavailable right now. I was looking at one (possibly the same one you saw), but it was unavailable, with no estimated time that would become available. So.... I bought the bcm version.

[@Astrand1]

@@MadFF11 no idea. Just ordered my truck so it’s gonna be months until I have it. But I’ll have to look again at the site and see what they say.

[@nealekoumbiadis7407]

With the other electronics issues you've been having with your truck, are you sure Ford won't void any future issues because of this install? Especially since you did it yourself?

[@JohnsonBannerman]

My first thought.....

[@GearsGadgets]

Fair point however it’s worth noting they would have to prove the modification caused the problem and I have enough documentation of problems existing before the modifications, on top of that, the modification is completely removable therefore could be taken off before going into the dealer which is the smartest thing one could do before going in for service on potentially related components. Honestly all the Zflash is doing is triggering light flashes no different than when you hit the lock or unlock button on your keyfob. It isn’t that intrusive of a modification to worry about warranty issues in my opinion. With all of that being said, everything comes with risks I suppose.

[@nealekoumbiadis7407]

@@GearsGadgets just looking out for you. Keep up the great work with the vids. I’m waiting on my ‘22 powerboat to arrive later this month.

[@josephhetu2720]

I just bought one for my F150 2020, I'm finding that it wont work in drive, only when I'm in park. Anyone else have this issue?

[@EURRIZOLA]

Any issues for as long as you have had it? I can’t find any obd plug and play flasher modules for my 21 f150. I had the speed turtle 2.0 for my Silverado which I liked a lot but they don’t have them for 2021 f150.

[@GearsGadgets]

Nope no problems. It’s still wired up and works great.

[@Tha_bro]

Where do I buy one

[@johncraunjr7690]

Which flash pattern did you go with?

[@upcontryjunk]

If only this worked for the newer model ranger

[@Modoartman]

Anyone experience any truck issues when installing and using the Z-Flash BCM product?

[@hellraiserx9490]

There is no secondary battery on a non-hybrid F150

[@jeffheath2630]

Is this an actually 2021 truck? I was told Z-flash / Ford did away on headlight flashers on vehicles 2021 and newer.

[@GearsGadgets]

It is an actual 2021

[@jeffheath2630]

@Gears and Gadgets Yeah, I have a '21 F-150 STX and my headlights don't flash, jist the rear lights so was curious.

[@SIGSAUER_P320]

Is this street legal?

[@moneytrends5231]

Are you still using this? Any issues? My main concern is frying the BCM.

[@GearsGadgets]

Still using it, no issues at all.

[@edlopd]

it will work the same in a 2019 F10

[@neilstgermain]

Does it have to flash everything or can you only wire certain lights?

[@Captainskot]

You can block certain wires at the junction box area to keep certain lights from being activated. You cannot make that kind of change at the activation switch or pattern change button.

[@abominablesnowboarderx6481]

I installed mine now my truck won't start

[@Fordtruckguy]

What about the mirror lights? It says in the kit it’s suppose to do the mirrors as well ?

[@GearsGadgets]

My mirrors dont flash, I just never cared.

[@Fordtruckguy]

You mind posting a follow up video on this product. I’m interested in getting it just because. And they have no stock of it till February

[@OhioStateBuckeyefanstuckinMI]

Does it strobe the turn signal lights on the mirrors?

[@projectv-max6686]

It's supposed to on "high trim levels". The website doesn't specify what trim is high but I would assume trucks with full LED is high trim

[@Johnnyboy96]

If your in az can I pay you to do mine

[@louismartin2203]

I’m contemplating ordering this for my truck. Which i just got on 1/3. My only concern is would this void my warranty. Can anyone here confirm or deny that it would void the warranty

[@Jacob-oq3uv]

Would. These reprogram the lights in the computer or some wizardy like that.

[@avigoldstein5859]

I had it installed for less than a month. Worked great for first couple of weeks and then my rear blinkers stopped working. Removed the zflash bcm and returned everything to factory and blinkers worked again. Reinstalled zflash and blinkers stopped working again. Paid over 300 for it and can't use it. What a shame and very disappointing

[@GearsGadgets]

Very interesting, mine is still working fine.

[@avigoldstein5859]

Yeah. Was super excited the first few weeks when it worked and then the issues with the blinker sucked. I run a construction company so was exactly what I needed. Oh well.

[@avigoldstein5859]

I ended up calling them and spoke with the engineer from zflash. He wasn't sure why it was happening but said it might be one of the connections wasn't working right. They are sending me new plugs and we'll see what happens. I have to say customer service is great.

[@artvillarreal6137]

Didn’t see anything! We know where it goes

[@GearsGadgets]

You’re more than welcome to take a crack at trying to make a better video. When I thought I could do better, that’s what I did. Turns out it’s a lot harder than it looks and that leaving critical comments on videos of others who are trying is WAY easier. I’m personally happier to be on this side of level of effort.

[@thomaspisano6359]

That little battery? You are not qualified to give any advice on this truck.

[@GearsGadgets]

lol youre not qualified to watch KZbin videos. Go read a spec book where all of the real organic unscripted content lives. Heaven forbid someone call an auxiliary battery a little battery. Lord help us all.

[@thomaspisano6359]

@GearsGadgets auxiliary battery? It's a frigging hybrid truck. That auxiliary battery is 1.5KWH and weighs about 300lbs. It's crazy high voltage. You're damn lucky you didn't fry your truck. Did you not notice the warnings all over the cover you removed to get to it? Schmuck.

[@DougWalton21]

Those flashers are known to fry the vehicle's computer, resulting in a very costly repair.

[@GearsGadgets]

Anytime someone leaves a comment like that I take to the forums and search for anyone who has had any issues and I come up with absolutely nobody saying anywhere that they have fried anything or cost anything to repair. Can someone cite their source on the “Know to” issues? Please?

[@dwightstrassheim4602]

That was undoubtedly the poorest video of wiring ANYTHING, I've ever seen!!!

[@GearsGadgets]

I will be sure to check out your channel to see how it should be done. It’s way easier to critique someone else’s slap shot than it is to learn how to ice skate.

[@davidtk403]

Are these only for trucks? Or can be applied to sport cars?

[@GearsGadgets]

You would have to look on their website, I am not 100% sure on all the fitment options