3 Way Switch, How To Wire Your Light Bar To Work With Your High Beams & By Itself (ON/OFF/ON Switch)

[@sgood1971]

I know the video is 5 years old but it helped me today, thank you for such an easy to follow tutorial.

[@RockyXTV]

Glad the video can still help people all these years later. Thank you for watching!

[@seekter-kafa]

tutorials dont have expiration date, duh...

[@jamalnagori]

is the diode necessary

[@w0lfm4n43]

​@@jamalnagorihe says it isnt...

[@w0lfm4n43]

​@@RockyXTVhey rocky.. Nowadays by law, you cant have lightbar to come on unless highbeam is on. So needs to be isolated. How do you wire up a 3 way rocker led lit switch so that so that.. On: lightbar, lil led light in switch, highbeam Off: lightbar, lil led off (but highbeam can STILL be turned on at the stalk? On relay.. 30 is inline fused batt power. 86 is fed from 30 85 is highbeam main wire 87 is lightbar Where do the three prongs of rocker switch go? Please and ty

[@averageyoutuber113]

I think you could also use a fuse tap on the highbeam fuse as an alternative to the t-tap, if you're like me and have an aversion to cutting into the high beam wire.

[@christinawatts2429]

THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR THIS!! I've been looking for a way to do this for at least 6 months (clearly I'm not an expert) and everything I've read/watched has either been too vague on the appropriate detail needed or too complex in explanation. Being able to combine the right level of knowledge in an easy-to-understand message (i.e. the KISS principle) is a real skill so many props and thanks, my friend! I'm excited to finally get my light bar wired up the way i wanted! Cheers!!

[@RockyXTV]

I remember learning all this a long time ago and had such a hard time with it because of teaching methods, so I always try to keep it simple for others. Thank you very much for the comment and for watching!

[@AnthonyBrown-mk2qc]

Best video on how to do this I’ve seen so far. I was confused on the switch wiring part and you explained it very well. Thanks for the video

[@BoDiddlydodah]

My led lightbar has a wireless, 3 brightness level & strobe switch. What if i wanted to hard wire and integrate these functions (or maybe simply a strobe mode switch and dimmer nob would be best?) into a set-up like this? What do you think the most logical and intuitive way to incorporate these functionalities into the factory light control system would be? Similar to your reverse light demonstration video, I think incorporating the lightbar into the factory high beam controls with a rocker panel switch might be the best approach, but with a few minor(🤞🏼) tweaks. Would it be possible to: A. Bypass the light bar's 3 intensity light modes, instead utilizing the factory dimmer wheel dial to also dim the light bar any time its on, while also; B. Wiring in a separate switch that simply toggles the strobe function on and off? C. If its not possible to wire the lightbar's intensity to the factory dimmer wheel, would it be best to simply wire a separate dimmer nob switch in parallel to the strobe switch and factory integrated rocker? Does this make any sense? Could you suggest a more efficient and intuitive approach or would one of the above hypothetical implementations work and which would you suggest I use? Knowing that I've watched both your headlight and reverse light videos, I'm also proficient with basic electrical terminology and capable of performing such procedures, could you suggest a general parts list and wiring procedure to which you believe to be the best solution? Your videos have already been most helpful. Any further guidance would be most appreciated!

[@chevtruck1000]

Well done. I added an indicator light to the setup for when the bar is on as well . Gotta keep Johnny Law happy .

[@HaXingBrozYT]

Doing this tomorrow for sure! Thank you so much, even though I know it’s been 5 years since this was posted.

[@RockyXTV]

Sorry for the late reply. Did you get it wired up?

[@MikeOxwelling2]

With the help of this video I was abl to do what 2 shops couldn't. I've added 2 sets of spot lights each with their own 3 way switch, so either pair can be on, off or controlled by high/low beam. Thanks for putting this video together and keeping it clear and simple to follow.

[@RockyXTV]

Thanks for watching! If you haven't already, make sure to subscribe to keep up on all the new videos and products, thanks again!

[@tonydematteis5029]

Love the way you illustrate and show hands on with small scale mock ups!!! Super helpful. I've been struggling with a wiring puzzle. I want to set up a 3-way circuit for lights on my Jeep Overlander to control rock lights, rack lights, etc on the ground level from the rocker panel and/or rear of jeep. But also from up top in the tent. Allowing me to illuminate the ground/area but be able to switch off/on when up in the tent w/o having the switch off before going up top. Or climbing down the ladder in the dark in the middle of the night. Is this something you'd be interested in helping us wrap our head around? Thanks again for tuts!!

[@RockyXTV]

If you like, you can send me an email ( [e-mail] ) and I'm sure we can figure something out. Thanks for watching!

[@robertepperson5461]

I've wired this same 3-position switch in tandem with my highbeams without any issue... until recently. (I used your video years ago. Thank you!) But I swapped out my stock headlights to LED, and now I'm getting a humming noise coming from the lightbar relay when I'm in tandem with my highbeams. After doing some research, it appears installating a capacitor would fix the humming. Are you familiar with this issue of relay humming or the installation of capacitors?

[@CJ-kz9zz]

I'm going to attempt this this week on a 2024 renault trafic. I guess I need the Diode to prevent backfeed on a newer vehicle? Thanks

[@annejimcarew4029]

Why do you not need the diode?

[@BenGL79]

So much good info here. Was there a schematic for the harness if we want to make our own from scratch?

[@peman8076]

Hi.... exactly the instruction I was looking for. Thank you. Just wondering if the same set-up can be achieved without relay and diode. The fuse box providing power already has a relay. Look forward to more such clear videos. Thank you 😁

[@Tex990]

Great video. Have been looking for awhile and this is by far the best - short, factual and with a live demo not too mention fast forwarding monotonous parts. The only thing that could make it better is a rough sketch circuit diagram of your setup. Do more vids please

[@RockyXTV]

Thanks! I'll definitely keep the sketch/diagram idea in mind for other videos. Thank you for watching and if you haven't yet, make sure to subscribe to keep up on all the new videos! Thanks again!

[@ThatOneCivic99]

Saved me hrs of confusion with the diode idea

[@jayband7499]

Perfect explanation on how to, but question. Can you use same process with (2)LED light bars, and will a bigger diode be ok to use?

[@RockyXTV]

Yes you can run 2 light bars on this setup as long as your relay is rated to handle the current draw of the 2 lights, or you can use 2 relays. As for the diode, I've done a bunch of testing after making this video and found that the diode is not needed. I hope this answered your question. Thanks for watching!

[@dutch971]

You’re doing a good job sir! Keep it up. You’re helping us all out.

[@timfloyd3294]

Great video, thank you. What amperage does the switch need to be please?

[@alanrogers9589]

Great vid I am fitting a light bar but want it just to come on with high beam switch I want to tap in to high beam wire from headlight I have got a wiring harness do I tap high beam wire into the live wire on harness many thanks 😎👍Alan from England

[@RockyXTV]

You would need to find which wire in your harness is the "trigger" or "coil" wire & hook that one to your high beam. This way the relay/light bar is pulling its power from the battery & not your headlight. The trigger/coil wire pulls very little power, just enough to activate the relay, then the relay pulls power from the battery & sends it to the light bar. I hope that makes sense. This is only good if you don't plan on using the switch in your harness. Your light bar harness should still be hooked up to the + & - of your battery. You probably have 3 wires on the switch, one will be power coming into the switch, then power out of the switch going to the relay, then a ground if the switch lights up. You would be looking for the wire that sends power out to the relay, that wire would tap into your headlight.

[@g.fortin3228]

Just found your channel.. you have some great content here. The wiring stuff in particular I am going to check out first. Thank you! Just subbed !

[@RockyXTV]

Awesome! I'm glad you like the videos, thank you for watching!

[@mattmullens3215]

Awesome video, so glad I found it for the same reasons as everyone else. Have subscribed and look forward to checking out your other vids. I want to wire up a switch like this in my car to an LED at the rear of a trailer. Want to be able to power the light independently and also have the option to turn it on when the tail (ignition) lights come on. The LED only draws 1.3A, so I plan to omit the relay. My plan is to connect switched battery + (inline fuse) to 3-way switch terminal 1. I'll tap in to the tail light wire at a point just before the tow vehicle 7-pin plug (car side) and connect to terminal 3. I plan on connecting the spare 12V wire on the car/trailer plug (reverse lights not used) between terminal 2 and the positive on the LED. Couple of questions: Will this work? And is the ground on the LED light the only one I need to earth (to trailer chassis)? Cheers Matt

[@RockyXTV]

If I understand everything correctly, I think you've got it! Thanks for watching!

[@ToursofScotland]

Can you do this with the newer light bar switches please would be much appreciated

[@ten75k]

I understand wiring and switches, but have no history with relays. Is there a relay part number/MFG you can share, or a terminology for the relay design? source for the part ? Excellent video, thank you for posting and taking the time !

[@RockyXTV]

You can find wiring, switches and relays that I use in my Amazon Storefront - www.amazon.com/shop/rockyxtv Thanks for watching!

[@Southernboy302]

I know this is an older video... but if you're still responding... how would you wire this using the unfitter switches already installed in a Raptor? I really don't want to run a separate switch into my cab. Also... if I did a fuse tap... what size do I need amperage wise? TIA!

[@Vville123]

Ok, but how would you do this with an illuminated 3 prong rocker/toggle switch and have the lights in the switch still turn on when clicked to either of the “on” positions?

[@ryanprice4789]

I’m having this exact problem, did you ever figure it out?

[@anthonywalker6090]

Great videos enjoy them. I see you have a video for reverse lights using the newer 3 way switch . I like the old simply toggle. Can I install this setup for aux. reverse light to come with stock lights or turn them on manually. I have installed a aux. switched power fuse block and will relay

[@UndergroundTrev]

Dude, can you come re-wire all my cars for me? LOL I love videos like this that do a good job of explaining and demonstrating wiring. I don't know why, but I always have such a hard time comprehending electrical.

[@RockyXTV]

I really enjoy wiring, especially complicated lighting setups. I look at it as a puzzle, that could set your car on fire lol. I can do all of your wiring, and I'll throw in my "Brake Light Guarantee" All work is guaranteed until I see your brake lights! Putting keys in the ignition also voids this warranty :) Thanks for watching!

[@UndergroundTrev]

Rocky X TV That's more of a warranty than I expected! hahaha

[@gtbaumgardner]

great videos! but my question is do I have to put a 3way toggle (on/off/on) for 2 switch options? I would like to have led lights come on with high beams and a separate toggle that I can just turn led's on without truck on or running and all the lights/headlights on? thanks!

[@RockyXTV]

This is another of my videos that might point you in the right direction, thanks for watching! kzbin.info/www/bejne/bWjUan6qn9OBirc

[@damien-paulgriffon4772]

hi, thank you for your video. i have a question. i saw another video where the guy put a flywheel diode to protect the relay do you really need one ?

[@nikolaosberatlis3942]

Nice video. I am planning on adding LED lights on my motorcycle and I would like to use a similar setup. What is the role of the diode?

[@mignardmuhammed4056]

hey man love the video. just wondering if it is possible to make them flick on with the high beam with just a normal switch not a 3 way. if possible a diagram would be awesome!

[@RockyXTV]

It is possible. If you send me an email ( [e-mail] ) I can send you a simple diagram. Thanks for watching!

[@mignardmuhammed4056]

@@RockyXTV thanks for the reply just sent you an email then!

[@Roman-mq3zu]

​@@RockyXTVcould I also get the simple diagram as well? 2013 Acura TL sh-awd

[@LEEALANIS77]

I have a rigid SR SAE barlight with 5 wires running to the main switch. It's a three way switch. Low,Off and Normal. Any advice on how to wire something like that?

[@RockyXTV]

It would depend on what you would like the light bar to do, and the type of switch. Different manufacturers use different switches and I'm not 100% familiar with the pin numbers on whatever switch Rigid uses now.

[@cameronrichardson5626]

Awesome video, I was able to wire my set up because of this! Ive got a new problem though. Im installing lights on a work trailer. I want them to turn on with backup lights which is easy. But I want to run them off a separate power source for job site lighting. How do you connect the lights to two different sources? Thanks!

[@RockyXTV]

Have you seen my other video on reverse lights? If not here's a link for it. Let me know if this helps, thanks for watching! kzbin.info/www/bejne/npvTppalrpWErtE

[@JourneyForgedbyHeat]

Would this same principle apply to interior LED under dash lighting having an on/off and also having them work in sync with the automatic map and courtesy lighting when the doors are opened? I would essentially want the diode on the wire connecting the LEDs to the auto map/courtesy lighting power, correct?

[@RockyXTV]

If I follow you correctly, yes. Thanks for watching, and don't forget to subscribe to keep up on all the new videos and products! Thanks again!

[@bocap1980]

This is great! Can you please help. I'm trying to install a light bar but my car doesn't have either hb3 or h4 plug (newer model car) to connect it to. How do i find high beam wiring to connect to? Any advice would be appreciated. Thanks in advance

[@RockyXTV]

What type of car do you have, and do you have a test light or multi-meter?

[@bocap1980]

@@RockyXTV2014 Mazda cx5 with bi-xenon bulb. Thanks I might have to get the professional tobfit it for me.

[@RockyXTV]

With those most likely being HID you would be dealing with Ballasts and such. If you are not knowledgeable about that type of lighting system I would agree with you about having someone take a look at it for you.

[@antoniostamndley8272]

Advise I want to connect two LED light fitted to front bull bar directly to to head light wire dip beam, on DMax 2024, do I need relay, 4 OR 5 pin and also diode . Also can I connect directly WITHOUT relay, , thanks

[@db477]

This is what I have been looking for, just a couple things, 1. will this work on a Dodge can bus system? 2. If so then it won't give a "light out" on the dash or burn up the Tipm. any help would be appreciated. Thank you.

[@TheIanmurphy]

Awesome video. I dont actually have a light bar, but I am trying to figure out how I can wiring in a 3-way switch for my high beams. My current high beam switch is a foot button, and I want another switch to control the high beams with a finger switch, while still leaving the factory wired high beam switch operational. Any ideas on how I could do that?? Thanks!

[@robgritz6905]

awesome vid! very informative. How would i replace and wire led pods to factory fog light switch and a separate 5 pin switch as the pods have running lights so running them solely on the factory switch will not give me running light capabilities? Or am i wrong

[@Roadkill270WSM]

Does the switch go to the hot side of the highbeam or ground? Nice video!

[@rockstar421421]

I like your videos. Very good at explaining. I have a question though. Can you make a video of hook up led light pods to reverse light but use a led rocker switch to turn on and off while in reverse and not in reverse? Hope you understand what I'm asking. And one more question, is it impossible to change color led light inside of the rocker switch? Thanks.

[@RockyXTV]

I'll definitely see what I can do about the video, as for changing the color of the LED's unfortunately it's just easier to buy new switches. You can disassemble the switch and try to un-solder the LED and solder a new one in its place, but it's more likely to destroy the switch.

[@rockstar421421]

Rocky X TV Thanks for answering my questions! Hopefully you can make a video cause it would be so helpful.

[@rockstar421421]

Rocky X TV let me know when you upload the video if you decided to do it. Thanks

[@RockyXTV]

Sure will, I'm going through my stash of old stuff to find out what lights and switches I have for a video.

[@rockstar421421]

Rocky X TV sweet. You are awesome

[@joelface123]

Great video. Really good way of explaining it all. I've got a light bar to a 2-way switch on its own circuit. I want to make it turn on only with highbeams, I've seen people use a fuse tap as a piggyback off the highbeam fuse to wire to. Do you have any advice for this ? Or how such a thing would be wired ? Thanks

[@rustytwinkles7762]

Do i need a 3 way switch for my led spot lights to just work on my high beams ?????

[@daedalus-N7]

I understand your video but a lot of light bar wiring harnesses have a 3-wire switch that has a positive negative and the third wires the wire that goes to the relay. Does the switch your using just not need a negative wire?

[@ricky99932]

Awesome video. Do I need a relay if I’m hooking up small led strips?

[@RockyXTV]

You should be fine without using relays with small low power lights. Thanks for watching!

[@anthony2039]

How do you know if your vehicle should need the diode or not? 2010 Challenger RT

[@ZEPR0FESS0RR]

Is it possible to put the diode on backwards... does the orientation matter on a diode Also!! How many watts do you think the light bar setups should be with your setup you have

[@RockyXTV]

Diodes do have to go in a certain direction. You have what's called a Cathode and an Anode. The Cathode is the end with the silver band, current can only go through towards the silver band and won't go back the other way. As for the light bar, are you asking about the small one I have in the video? If so it's an 8" Hella Optilux 36 Watt light bar. Thanks for watching!

[@ZEPR0FESS0RR]

Sweet and thank you , I was asking: if I used all the same wiring setup you have how many watts could the light bar be potentially without messing with the diode

[@RockyXTV]

If you don't use a diode, theoretically you could go as many watts as your relay, fuse and wire could handle. Most standard relays are rated for 30 Amps constant and 40 part time. This would work out to about 400 Watts with one relay, now this would require some bigger wire though.

[@ZEPR0FESS0RR]

Thanks!!!

[@DaveRogers583]

So its possible for current to travel back through the switch from the relay to the t tap without a diode? Can you elaborate on that some more?

[@ourbills9999]

Great videos. Thank you. I was told to always use a relay where the relay’s coil is protected, internally, by a diode or a resistor. The reason, from what I understand, was that when an energized coil is de-energized, there is a magnetic field “collapse” that sends voltage (which can be orders of magnitude greater than the original voltage, albeit the current is milliamps) in the opposite direction to the original voltage direction in the relay. This can, apparently, disrupt voltage-sensitive components (such as a blind spot detection sensor) that are “upstream” from the relay. A relay whose coil is diode (or a resistor) protected prevents this.

[@Loganslament]

I just learned about t-taps. I have no idea how I have missed this my whole life

[@RockyXTV]

A lot of people will talk bad about them and tell you not to use them, but I've never had any issue with them. I think they're awesome, thanks for watching!

[@johndeeregreen3976]

Fantastic video man! Question..any way you could comment on your relay configuration for this set up?

[@RockyXTV]

I think it was like this, Pin30-POS/Battery, Pin85-NEG/ground, Pin86-to center pin of three way switch, Pin87-POS to light bar. If you have five pins then Pin87a-Not used. I hope this is what you were asking for, thanks for watching and don't forget to subscribe to keep up on all the new videos! I've got a lot more wiring tricks and tips coming this spring & summer, thanks again!

[@johndeeregreen3976]

Yes'ir, that's exactly what I was asking for. You could search for days for this setup and find 20 different drawings but with your video, I know its going to work. Got my schematic drawn up and looking forward to my install this weekend.

[@RockyXTV]

Good luck on your install this weekend, thanks for watching!

[@wfitters08]

Great video !!! I have a 2018 Toyota Camry that I have 2, 7 inch light bars on. I have factory projector lights. Which wire triggers the brights ?

[@RockyXTV]

That's a tough one, I can't seem to find a schematic for it. You may be able to call a dealership and ask, or get a full repair manual from an auto parts store. Maybe someone in the comments knows, or you could try to find a Camry forum. Sorry I couldn't be of any help.

[@alecbachert3226]

To do this style of switch in a application of reverse lights would you need the diode?

[@GrahamGphotoParker]

Love you videos very informative. Just about to wire up some roof light bars with a 3 position carling Contura II switch. I believe it can be (i)on off on (ii) on on off (iii) off on on Hope I am correct as I would like (iii) Question do I need to use a diode? when splicing into high beam cable. Cheers

[@RockyXTV]

I'm not 100% familiar with that switch, but I think you are on the right track. You do not need the diode, it is optional for some newer vehicles but rarely needed. Thanks for watching!

[@GrahamGphotoParker]

Cheers for reply. Keep the videos coming

[@kosieS]

Why is the diode optional?

[@markdonnielamsen6781]

Hi There... Im newbie in this LED bar, but I already bought 2pcs of this exact LED bar of yours (12LED). Unfortunately, it doesn't comes with its own relay and switch. I want to connect both Bars in my Highbeam. May I ask if What type of Diode and Relay do I need? Appreciate your thought... KUDOS for your Videos...

[@RockyXTV]

Hello, I can definitely help you out. If you could send me an Email to rocky.tvchannel@gmail and I can write up some step by step directions for you, and maybe even supply you with a simple diagram. Thanks for watching and I look forward to helping you out with your project!

[@markdonnielamsen6781]

YG Mail... Can't wait to do it...

[@earlathill3944]

Rocky X TV I love your video I was quite easy after you explained it but I own a Subaru and from what I read Subaru’s use a negative earth set up and I cannot find the wire that sends the signal to allow me to get the light bar on with the high beam selected... can you help me out please!??!

[@rt0322-k9m]

Hi! Can you make a video tutorial on how to hook up your light bar to your passing light and also to your horns?

[@RockyXTV]

I can sure look into it for a future video. Thanks for watching!

[@rt0322-k9m]

@@RockyXTV That's awesome, man! Thanks! Looking forward on that video. =)

[@robertepperson5461]

I've wired this same 3-position switch in tandem with my highbeams without any issue... until recently. (I used your video years ago for the installation. Thank you! Great video) But I swapped out my stock headlights to LED, and now I'm getting a humming noise coming from the lightbar relay when I'm in tandem with my highbeams. After doing some research, it appears installating a capacitor would fix the humming. Are you familiar with this issue of relay humming or the installation of capacitors?

[@RockyXTV]

I've never had a relay hum issue, but have used capacitors. I have a video about installing them on LED fog lights. I think it's called "DIY Anti Flicker Harness" or something like that. It may help you out. Thanks for watching!

[@robertepperson5461]

@@RockyXTV I followed the other video you just recommended. It works great. No more humming coming from my light bar relay. Thanks again!

[@RockyXTV]

@@robertepperson5461 I'm really glad it worked for you! I guess now it can be called DIY anti flicker AND hum!

[@jaywood8702]

Could I tap into the high beam fuse instead of using the diode on the high beam wire?

[@dillonmartinez9501]

great video! How would I wire up a light bar that turns on with I flip the OEM fog light switch?

[@RockyXTV]

I could get you a diagram if you like. Just send me over an email ( [e-mail] ) Thanks for watching!

[@alexmahan2437]

@@RockyXTV hello sir! Can you send me this diagram too please?

[@ethanbaylis5204]

Do you have to buy a relay ? Or is there one in the car alreasy

[@kendogm4026]

Slightly unsure... I got the most of it but do I or don't I need a diode? I seen a message flash up saying I don't but u also said I do, what the deal?

[@RockyXTV]

You don't need the diode. I used it in some testing and it ended up in the video, but it turns out that it's not needed. Thanks for watching!

[@kendogm4026]

Rocky X TV thanks a bunch 👍

[@kosieS]

Why is it not needed?

[@ryanprice4789]

I wired up a 7-pin illuminated 3-way switch like you showed in the video and my light bar works exactly as it should but I can’t figure out how to make the switch LEDs turn on only when the switch is pressed in their direction. Currently the switch LED for the light bar only position is always on and the LED for the high beams position turns on and off with my high beam selector, regardless of the position of the 3-way switch. Is it possibly to have the switch LEDs turn on only when the switch is pressed? Or is this not possible because we are using the switch opposite of the way it was intended?

[@hydefamilylightshow]

Why would you need the diode right there? There shouldn't be voltage going toward the headlights. Right?

[@justink8529]

What about the ground wire for the switch? Or is that not needed

[@RockyXTV]

If your switch has a light in it and you want the switch to light up you can connect the ground. The 3 way switch I show in the video does not have a ground. Thanks for watching!

[@justink8529]

@@RockyXTV Thanks for the reply. So the ground on the switches are just to light up the switch itself? I learned something new today :). I enjoy your videos. I just discovered you. Keep up the good work

[@RockyXTV]

Yep, 99% of the time if your switch has a ground it's just for the internal light of the switch. It's not required for the switch to operate.

[@jackvr32]

Hey buddy, I have a light bar with 18 functions. 3 wires coming out of it but no on off button. I’m trying to get a handle of what type of switch I need, I would like to turn it on / off obviously and I guess another button on the switch to run through the 18 functions. Any guidance would be appreciated if what I mentioned is possible. I don’t mind running a relay and or fuse on the switch, that would actually be fine with me. It’s for my ATV

[@myname-fr7ve]

Hi, Can we switch on all together in this particular case. Low, high & the bar ? Thank you

[@RockyXTV]

You could, but the wiring will vary from vehicle to vehicle, and if you have a single bulb for high and low beams or separate ones. I have a video in the making about how to make your low beams stay on with your high's. This has been a pretty popular question as of late so I'll try to get the video filmed and uploaded soon. Thanks for watching and stay tuned for the video, it should help you out with what you are wanting to do.

[@VandelayyIndustries]

Hey I'm wondering if you can help me out. I have a 2018 ram 3500 with factory aux switches. I got a 30" light bar from rough country and I'm wanting to wire it to my aux switches, but I'm wondering how I go about that. My light bar has a DRL feature or an On feature, so it came with a three way switch and relay. Can I simply just wire it to two of my aux switches or is there more to it than that? Thanks!

[@RockyXTV]

Could you send me an email with a link to the lightbar kit you have? This would help me look into the wiring a little better. ( [e-mail] )

[@John-qp4qb]

Can I just add 2 additional 108 watt led lights to my high beams by joining the positive leads to my high beam power wire and then the negative leads to my negative battery post if I just want some more light to come on with my high beams, or do I need to mess with adding a new resistor and fuse?

[@RockyXTV]

You could just tap into your high beams like you said, but you would need a relay. Even if they are LED you would need a relay for 108 watt lights, that much on just your high beam headlight relay wouldn't be good. Just use your high beam positive as the coil/trigger wire on a relay (pin 86) I hope that makes sense, thanks for watching!

[@John-qp4qb]

So the negative light leads go to the battery and the positive leads go to just 1 high beam power wire, with a relay/fuse in between?

[@RockyXTV]

You got it! Just make sure you use a relay and a fuse,(they are different things, I have to say that cause some people don"t know) If you don't use a relay you will burn up your headlight relay, switch or set your headlight wiring on fire. Your headlight wiring/system is not meant to support that kind of current.

[@John-qp4qb]

Thanks

[@2109hollywood]

Is it possible to have a normal led light bar switch, but have it do multiple operations. For instance, you have an led bar in the front of your vehicle and rear of your vehicle. Now, with the switch is it possible to push it in once and have the front bar turn on, push it again and have the front bar turn off but the rear bar turn on, push it again and now have both front and rear bars turned on at the same time, then push in switch once again and have both bars offs? There is more I’d like to have done, but that would be the basic operation of the switch if possible.

[@RockyXTV]

This would require a specialized switch, some relays, lots of wire and a few diodes. It would be a little on the complex side, it is always the things that seem like they should be easy that are some of the hardest.

[@2109hollywood]

Rocky X TV hmmm understandable. Wish I could have it done

[@2109hollywood]

Rocky X TV where do reside/is your shop?

[@RockyXTV]

I'm located in central Ohio. I pretty much only work on the KZbin vehicles now.

[@hilariomartinez2572]

Will this also work auxiliary lights for reverse with a 3 way switch

[@austintimmerman6267]

Trying to do a Similar thing hooking up snow plow lights on a truck I want them to switch power from my high and low beam headlights on my truck to the high and low beams on the plow lights , otherwise it will probably burn the wires up because it’s takes to much to run both at the same time any ideas? Thanks

[@amielmacamay3711]

Really great buddy... I follow your wiring instruction and it works the fog lamp and together hibeam and foglamp.. But I used 6 pins to rocker switch ON OFF ON I had a hard time to figure it out how to wire the terminal just to have a standby light when you turn on the ignition.. Can you please give me direction on how to connect the wire.. I already send you pix on your messenger... Thank you buddy have a nice day..

[@palisicky]

Like on an atv cant you just splice the hot wire from the led bar to the hot wire from the high beams then when you put factory high beams your led will light up im talking atv here and not using the bright and led independently or you still need a diode

[@realmccoy2269]

Perhaps I'm overthinking it, but how would I use this method for installing 2 auxiliary lights, not just the one like in your demo?

[@RockyXTV]

You would just wire the two lights together ( + to + & - to - ) then do the same as the video. I hope that's the info you're looking for. Thanks for watching!

[@realmccoy2269]

Thank you!

[@greensoldier20]

Hey bro great video. So happens my name is rocky too lol. Anyway, stupid question. Could I just tap into the bright light wire so anytime I hit the brights it sends the light bar juice as well?

[@RockyXTV]

You would want to run a relay, otherwise you would be pulling all the extra power of the light bar through your headlight circuit. Wiring in a relay for your application would be fairly easy. I'll give you a short breakdown of the relay wiring. Pin#30 = Power to battery with a fuse, Pin#85 = Ground to chassis or battery, Pin#86 = Tap into your high beam power wire and lastly Pin#87 = to your light bar. This would cause your high beams to turn on the relay, the relay then pulls power from the battery instead of your headlights and sends it to the light bar. This way your headlight high beam is only acting as a "trigger/switch" for the relay. I hope that all makes sense, thanks for watching!

[@danabottomley5177]

Rocky X TV I have a similar situation as this. I found your video when I was looking for a solution. I have wired up my lights on my four wheeler as you described. But if I switch to low beam no lights come on at all. If I disconnect either wire that goes to the coil of the relay they come on. I have aftermarket led headlights. Don’t know if that matters?

[@RockyXTV]

This should have no effect on your low beams unless you tapped into them. Could you give me a little info on where you have the pins on your relay wired? I can also send you a diagram if you like. Just send me an email ( rocky.tvchannel@gmail ) Thanks for watching!

[@ark2380]

I have installed the led light bar a few weeks and ever since was wondering if I could use it the way you've shown it the video... As it's convenient for switching on the led light bar on dark country roads rather than the awkwardly placed auxiliary switches in my vehicle.. Great job. Was just wondering what is the rating of the three way switch you've used? And how many wires have you got coming out of the light bar itself, mine seems to have only 2 wires

[@RockyXTV]

There are only 2 wires coming out of the light bar, Positive & Negative. The headlight is the one with 3 wires. As for the switch, the one shown in the video is rated for up to 50 Amps. You can use a better looking rocker style switch, you would just need to add another relay like I did in one of my other videos about aux reverse lights. Thanks for watching!

[@jaimemercado7069]

I bought led headlights for my 1991 4Runner, I also bought the harness with relays. But I'm getting power to the lights with the switch being off. What can I do to fix it?

[@RockyXTV]

If memory serves me right, Toyota uses a "positive ground system" on their headlight wiring. This usually requires a vehicle specific harness. Unless you wire in some relays to switch your wiring to a more standard style.

[@jaimemercado7069]

@@RockyXTV Yeah I heard that, I'm just gonna have to take it somewhere lol... Thank you

[@TVCvids69]

Hi I'm installing a 180w led light bar with a 40A relay and a 3way switch as shown here, would a 1A rectifier diode be OK for this application? Thanks in advance

[@dylan4259]

I’m trying to run this setup for my ram 1500 and I have two questions. 1. How do I know which is the high beam wire and which is the low beam? 2. What other way could I connect the 2 wires without the t tap?

[@RockyXTV]

You'll need a test light or multi-meter to test for your high beam power wire, you can try looking it up, but I don't really trust many forums on electronic questions. You can solder into the wire, you can cut the wire and join them back together along with the new wire. There are multiple ways to tap into your high beam wire. I hope that answers your question, sorry I don't know what color your wire is, but thanks for watching!

[@BTL3.0]

Thank you for this. Very easy to follow. Exactly what im searching for.

[@RockyXTV]

Thank you for watching! I'm glad the video could help, don't forget to subscribe to keep up on all the new videos, thanks again.

[@alejandro2294]

Could you use the JL factory auxiliary switches to use the high beams with the bar and also with the switch?

[@RockyXTV]

I couldn't say for sure as I haven't started to modify the JL electrical system yet. I have a few lined up to use on the channel, so maybe I'll have some videos for the JL guys soon. Thanks for watching!

[@samprokop]

So simple and clear! THANK YOU!!!!

[@RockyXTV]

Thank you for watching!

[@vaskb]

Hi I was wondering if you can help with a question I have I hooked up auxiliary reverse lights to my truck that I tapped in to the reverse lights to the truck right now it only turns on when I put the truck in reverse I want to add a 5 pin halo switch so I can turn them on with the switch and turn on when I put the truck in reverse.if you could help me I would greatly appreciate it

[@Lady_Tism]

I want to have it wired to my high beams but still be able to turn it off with the switch (I don't need it to turn on solo at all). Could I do that with just an on/off switch?

[@RockyXTV]

If I understand correctly, you could simply tap into your HI beam power wire. Run that wire to your switch. Run a wire back to the power of your light bar. This will cause your light bar to come on with HI beams if the switch is ON. If the switch is OFF, the light bar won't come on. You just need to be sure your switch is rated for enough amps, otherwise you'll need a relay. I hope that is the info you are looking for. Thanks for watching!

[@crider46]

How would you do this with a auxbeam switch panel that has a built in relay board

[@CartoonWeasel]

Question: this pertains to an acura tl 2005. I want to add fog lights but ive seen on amazon rectangular 4x6 headlights i like more then using led bars (small cubes) and wanted to know if it woupd be possible for me to use headlights as fogs. These would not be spliced into regular headlights. Would like them stand alone with their own switch and retain the high/low beam function. Is that something that would be possible to do? (Would have 4x6 amazon headlights units in my bumper as fogs with their own switch and the possibility to use high/low beam with switch flick)

[@MrQwertyui666]

Can you do the same for reverse lights? I have 2 4inch light bars I want to have come on when in reverse but also when I need them out camping ? Thank you

[@RockyXTV]

It most certainly can! Here's a link to a video I made about doing exactly that! Thanks for watching! kzbin.info/www/bejne/npvTppalrpWErtE

[@hilariomartinez2572]

@@RockyXTV i noticed in the video you used a 4 pin switch can I use a 3 pin on off on rocker switch

[@mjaypeshlakai8609]

Is it possible to have two switches (3way switches) to one light? If so, I would love a video on how to do so? 👀

[@geraldrhoades8454]

Hey Rocky X ...so I love the videos but i guess I'm a little confused and have a question hope you get this and can help me with a diagram of these 2 video So I guess my question for you is can you add a light bar to your reverse back-up lights with a 3 prong toggle switch (on-off-on) so your light bar works with your reverse backup lights when you put it on reverse and when you take it out of reverse it would then shut off AKA ( flipping the switch one way would work with the back-up lights when ever you would throw it in reverse) & still be able to just turn the light bar off AKA (but still be able to use your back up lights say for instance in the day time you really don't need the light bar but you need to back up it would just be normal like you never even had a light bar & for the last flip of the switch it would be ideal for it to turn on regardless if you put rhe vehical in reverse you have control over the light bar AKA (you would be able to turn the light bar on or off regardless if the vehical was on or getting put in reverse you have control over the light bar)....so I guess my question is is this posible and if so is there a posible diagram you could help me out with or a drawing or anything to posibly guide me & in this set up do i need a (Doid ) or can I get away with out one in this set up cuz I've never installed one let alone dealt with one befor .....so if I can get away with just a relay do i need a 4 or 5 pin and how many in-line fuses should I have ...I WOULD like to also say that any additional information would be verry helpfull and verry much appreciated thank you in advance and Hopfully you get this and can help with your mad skills thanks agine and keep the videos up

[@RockyXTV]

You don't need the diode, I went back and did some testing and found out that the diode is pretty much useless in this setup. As for the reverse lights you want to wire, it is completely possible, I even made a video on how to do exactly what you want quite a while ago. Check it out and let me know if it's what you are looking for. kzbin.info/www/bejne/npvTppalrpWErtE Thanks for watching!

[@geraldrhoades8454]

@@RockyXTV Ok so yes thats what im trying to do in that video you sent me BUT I'm trying to do it with a 3prong toggle switch with no light its smalllike the one you have in this video (on-off-on) can you help me understand how to wire this up how to on my 91 ford explorer ....I wana do this video with the toggle switch you have and light bar you have in this video combined with the reverse backup lights with the other video you sent me with the exact functions in the second video......dose this make sence can you help me you think ?

[@geraldrhoades8454]

Wirh the way I'm explaining do i have to use a doide so when ijj flip my switch it won't turn on all my lights ???

[@RockyXTV]

I think I understand what you want to do. Just send me over an email ( [e-mail] ) and I can send you over a wiring diagram.

[@PONDRIVERBOYS]

I allready got my two light bars 7 inchs hooked up.. could i just run a wire from each light to my high beams.. and still have controll over my light bar?

[@RockyXTV]

You would still need a three way switch of some sort. If you just ran a wire to your high beams the bar would come on with them, but if you used your existing switch it would turn your high beams on with the bar due to them being connected. I hope that makes sense. Thanks for watching!

[@PONDRIVERBOYS]

Rocky X TV i want my lights to come on with my high beams, plus be able to have the option to run them with low beam aswell. There hooked to a toggle switch right now.. could i do that by splicing my high beams and running a wire from my light bars to each of the highs.

[@PONDRIVERBOYS]

So them coming on with my highs is wat i want.. so your saying if i turn my highs on the light bars would power on aswell..(thats what i want)

[@RockyXTV]

Yes but if you turn your light bar on it will cause your headlights to come on. You would not be able to control your headlights and light bar separately . Anytime your light bar is turned on your high beams would come one without actually turning them on with their switch. Anytime you turn your high beams on your light bar would come on. You wouldn't have just your light bar or just your high beams anymore, it would be all or nothing because nothing would be separating the two.

[@PONDRIVERBOYS]

Rocky X TV got ya. Thanks

[@rougestatuselite]

Can you do this with an always hot bright wire???

[@williamvanallen3583]

The switch I currently have for my off-road lights have a ground for the switch. Would I still need a ground for this kind of switch and which prong would I connect to if needed?

[@RockyXTV]

No ground needed for this type of switch, just power IN and power OUT. Thanks for watching, and if you haven't already, make sure to subscribe to keep up on all the new videos! Thanks again!

[@simaspakarklis6712]

@@RockyXTV hi, nice video, ciuld you please send my whole wirring diagram? Thanks

[@hmcalequin4854]

Rocky, I’d like to talk to you more about wiring my light bar to high beams… Do you have an e-mail so I can contact you personally??? I’d very much appreciate it…

[@ws.waustin5430]

Correct me if i'm wrong, It seems as if the diode serves no purpose in this particular installation. How would a positive current back feed from the 3 way switch?

[@RockyXTV]

As I said in the description of the video, the diode is not needed. The diode was for a CAN-BUS compliant experiment. Thanks for watching!

[@yojoe3211]

Will this work with the switch you used for the lightpod/reverse lights?

[@RockyXTV]

Yep, you would just have to use a relay like in the other video as the other switch can't handle that much current. Thanks for watching!

[@yojoe3211]

Rocky X TV alright, i just discovered your channel and im sure ill find this and that other video very useful. Thank you!

[@RockyXTV]

Thanks for checking out the channel! I post new videos every Wednesday morning.

[@yojoe3211]

So if Took the instructions from the other video it should work with my high beams the same way?

[@RockyXTV]

Yes sir, I never thought about that. I guess I kinda made two videos for the same purpose. I guess they are different enough though. I think I mention a few different ways to wire the switch in the other video, so just make sure you wire it the way you need it so the little LED on the switch doesn't stay on all the time.

[@nickpace72]

I have mine wired correctly i believe and the lights work like they should. Only problem is my lightbar relay buzzes when the bar and headlights are both on. Any thoughts?

[@RockyXTV]

That is odd, relay going out maybe? The only time I've had a relay buzz is when it's on its last leg or voltage is to low on the coil/trigger wire (pin 86)

[@nickpace72]

No its brand new relay. I tried two different ones. Also tried getting my 12v from the batt and tried again from the fuse box. Same thing both times. Checked current levels. Running ~9 amps with only lightbar and ~6 amps with highs and bar. Running to 40amp relay

[@RockyXTV]

Shouldn't be buzzing then, you're sure you have the relay wiring correct? Is the relay getting hot?

[@nickpace72]

Relay isnt hot and everhthing works like it should. Im going to try a different style relay tomorrow

[@joshhill4861]

i have done this but once my high beams are on the power coming from the lights is just enough to turn the relay on turning on my light bar if i give some revs to get more voltage to come up it will flick on the realy is there a way to up the voltage to near 12v when high beams are on?

[@TheMezzy712]

You can use the standard 2 way switch if you only want the light bar to come on at high beam. Otherwise leave the light bar switch in off position for normal high beam for those that don't want to have a 3 way switch and accidentally leave it on and drain your battery. Also wouldn't it be better using the current off the high beam to trigger the coil on the light bar relay? So you can mount the relay close to the light and not have a single line of wire going back to a switch inside the car. Just a thought.

[@bryancox6625]

Champion tuition great job cheers no more kangaroo accidents

[@RockyXTV]

I'm glad the video could help! Thank you for watching!

[@desertfox2020]

Would it be possible to have a second switch that performs the function of the 3 position switch? For example I am using street legal LED lights, which by law have to be wired to the highbeams. However I also want to have another switch that will decouple them from the highbeams and allow the first switch to turn them on regardless of state the headlights are in, for off road use. I do not want to use a 3 position switch for this if possible

[@RockyXTV]

Let me roll this around in my head and get back to you. I'm sure we can figure something out.

[@RockyXTV]

What's the year, make and model of the vehicle you'd like to do this on. I'm going to look up some wiring.

[@desertfox2020]

It's a 2005 Suburban 2500. I'm putting 6" KC 644 LED Gravity lights on a grille guard on the front. I also am going to add two KC 432 Gravity fog lights, which I would like to function in the OPPOSITE manner, since legally fog lights can only work with low beams. I'm concerned about passing inspection in PA if this isn't all done by the book. Thanks for the replies by the way, I appreciate it and look forward to seeing what you can come up with.

[@desertfox2020]

Another thing is that I do not believe these lights have a relay in their supplied wiring harness. I do not physically possess them yet so I'm taking my best guess from pictures. They draw less than 2 amps, so it shouldn't actually be necessary, but should I add one anyway? I'm using Contura V switches rated for 20A

[@RockyXTV]

I have both of the KC lights you mentioned and yes the 644's come with a harness and relay. With such a low amp draw it is not completely necessary to use a relay, but I always do. I can't say if the 432's have a harness and relay as I have the 497 for the Jeep JK. I can say that the other 6" Gravity lights will get you in some trouble if you run them all the time, they do say legal on them, but they are very bright and throw light out very far, farther than my KC headlights and even my light bar. I'm still looking into your wiring, sorry I've been kinda' busy as of late, buy I am still looking into it for you.