How to: Upgrade to LED city (side/parking) lights, VW Golf

[@CraigsDIY]

Amazon links to relevant products (from the description): Philips X-tremeVision LEDs recommended - US: amzn.to/2nuCRJC | UK: amzn.to/2nKHEHn OBDeleven VW Bluetooth scan tool: amzn.to/2nLZTNc

[@denaistaka]

A little late to the party but, I've placed the ultinon T10 to my MK6 sportwagen. Looks cool. Great results. 6000k though so really white.

[@anouar.norway363]

Think you very much.you really helping me

[@Brandon-ob9rg]

Trying to remove these bulbs is hell!!! I gave up...will try again next weekend...

[@danielfl.9347]

I need new fingers after trying yesterday

[@ArtyomGrin]

Ahahah same problem 😂

[@santosmanuelhuarcayayauri9515]

You will definitely become the top 1 who makes cracks

[@tedjohnson64]

Very well made video: impressive camera work and narration.

[@denaistaka]

Great video. Clear, straight to the point and well explained. I simply can't understand the dislikes.

[@forgottenknowledge8917]

Disliked 😤 Lol

[@franciscopatino5803]

Just installed some LED parking lights in my 2016 Jetta thank you for the helpful video

[@yugaraj1738]

Looks good , I tried clearing fault code with OBDeleven as per the steps suggested in VW Jetta but it didn’t work for me . Can you please advise for any alternative steps to longcode with OBD eleven to clear out the fault codes .

[@rdevenger]

If you use an incandescent and not an LED will it still throw a code?

[@AcmePhoto]

No, traditional incandescent will not throw a code. LEDs draw much less power, so the computer thinks its an open circuit. A much easier hardware fix would be adding a load resistor across the circuit and one will not need to software mod.

[@rdevenger]

Adam Nollmeyer thanks for the reply! I had a hard time finding yellow T10-194 bulbs. I ended up finding some on a lighting site but I think they’re 3.5 watt instead of 5. Will use them in the meantime until W5Ws come back in stock or until I figure out this load resistor business. You don’t have a video on that or hardware you recommend, do you?

[@m6h24]

Thank you for your tutorial. I am doing this upgrade on my gti. Quick question. I am also upgrading from halogen fog lights to. golf r fog/ drl lights. Do you know which coding I would use to remove error code? Thanks

[@Khronos_Aion]

did you ever figure this out

[@m6h24]

Mateo Oliveras I used Resistors on ebay that was the easiest way I found

[@dancoulson6579]

One issue with these - The LED only as a plastic housing, and it's only a couple of inches away from the high beam lamp. The high beam lamps get very hot, so can easily melt the plastic casing of the LED. One solution I found was to use the flat-faced COB style LED bulbs, so they're almost flush with the reflector, and don't have a 'line of sight' to the high beam lamp.

[@SEBBARU]

There's even less room on the Canadian (and presumably USDM) 2.0L TDI. The airbox on the left side and the Fuel Filter on the right side make it virtually impossible to get pliers in there. I think I have to remove the bumper to pull the headlight housings off.

[@MrWaheedulHaque]

Do you know how to turn off cold diagnostics e.g bulb out error for low beam as i cant figure out how im gonna be able to buy canbus resistor and add it in, so i rather just wipe the check for that bulb out

[@CraigsDIY]

Why would you want to for low-beam? Don't.

[@MrWaheedulHaque]

@@CraigsDIY oh because i bought some led h7 bulbs that said they were canbus but once in they showed up bulb out error, the only fix is to do some wiring with some load baring resistors but i have no clue how to attempt that

[@djshaunvt]

@@MrWaheedulHaque Yes you can just select LED headlights in ODB11 and this will fix it for you.. Did this on my Golf 6 GTI when i swopped from OEM helogen fittings to OEM Xenon with LED... I am just struggling to now get rid of the high beam left and right warnings.. Then all is working 100 %

[@MrWaheedulHaque]

@@djshaunvt thanks boss

[@kylethestyle]

U.S. sidemarker lamps and reflectors are required in addition to front-facing parking lamps. The parking lamps over here can be illuminated in either an amber or white color. Most newer German cars keep the "European-style," separate, white bulb; but it's most common to see cars in the U.S. have the turn signal act as a parking lamp as well using a dual-filament bulb.

[@danielmajano9633]

Can i just install load resistor instead of coding the leds in the vw mk5?

[@bobbywank3nobi]

I'm looking for that code at 5:07 to activate it on my car, but my vcds is a newer version and I can't find the option, any idea?

[@tomjarvis5969]

What’s the best scan tool to use for a 2014 1.4 golf ? (& cheapest )

[@CraigsDIY]

There's no cheap option that gives you proper VW functionality. VCDS is only real amateur option. OBD-Eleven is scammy in my opinion. If you want cheap scan tool buy a Ford or Mazda.

[@mayflowerindia]

How do you remove bulb out error for back up lights (LED) for the same car?

[@NileshParmar]

Great video. Love this playlist. More golf mk6 videos please.

[@hottuber2688]

Ok so I tried installing some OSRAM LED side lights. I managed to get the side light lamp out and install the side light. Strangest thing happens. If the replacement LED is in place and turn the lights on it works for like a few seconds and goes out. If I put the original bulb in nothing happens at all. So now I have no side light bulb on the drivers side. How do I fix this.

[@The-Lone-Racer-30]

check the fuse maybe?

[@sam.raycars]

Can this coding be done for H7 LEDs?

[@CraigsDIY]

Don't

[@Nobody-tv6sr]

Hi idid install thease led but my passat b6 2008 wont read them is there a solution??

[@elaayhan3132]

Can't find these Philips bulbs anywhere, can you help? Thanks for helpful video.

[@CraigsDIY]

The Amazon links still bring up results, try that.

[@CarsSimplified]

Looks good! I wish my GTO used mini bulbs like that instead of a resistor path for the standard low beam bulb.

[@ap115]

How do you do it on a mark 5 ?

[@keithharmonie]

Where did you find the info for the coding?

[@iainstewart3274]

The OBDII shown in the video, does it have to be the ordinary OBD11 or the OBD11 PRO?

[@CraigsDIY]

You can code the adjustment manually without a subscription.

[@iainstewart3274]

i'm not sure how to do this. as yet I have no OBD device . I have limited funds so I imagine I would purchase the cheaper OBD device but I am not sure which ones can set the bit. Also once set and an LED is put in to replace the filament bulb will it then show up on the dashboard as a fault if the LED is in place with the bit set.?

[@CraigsDIY]

Any OBD with software that lets you do coding will work, so long as you know the coding. The point of it is to remove the bulb-out error, as shown.

[@matteocarlet8412]

Hi Craig, 100% working! Thanks! Do you know also the code for disable the fault check (bulb out warning) on low/high beam on MK6?

[@CraigsDIY]

I doubt you can do that.

[@changemorningstar]

Hey Craig, does that coding work for the headlights too? I have LED headlights and I have the same warning on the dash.

[@dandopa1990]

On VCDS it must be unchecked the option?

[@Str8Ribben]

Hi! Your coding tip also works on a MK6 GTI from 2010 with stock Xenon but no OEM led DRL. Just so you know! Thanks!

[@Elenrai]

Please dont use Xenon its guranteed to fuck over anyone on a bike/moped to the point where we are genuinely 100% blinded if we have the visor down(bugs in the eye are not a good idea when driving even at 30 km/h) I deliver papers for a living and every time it rains and someone shows up with those stupid ass lights we genuinely have bigger issues then if you drove at us with more traditional long distance headlights

[@johnnyVGtran]

excellent video clear and easy and thankgod we can clear any codes with the obd11 as i don't have or know how to use vagcom.

[@agricola12345]

AznPitbull 23 the long coding worked for you? Did you mark anything else than that bit 2 in byte 27?

[@stakuyi_funeral]

Hi, is this Philip LED light capable for replacing the VW's daytime running lamps as well? If not, is there a similar product can do this? Thanks.

[@CraigsDIY]

I don't know which DRL you are referring to. But these are little low power bulbs intended to replace T10 5 W incandescents, they wouldn't really suit as any factory DRL. On this car with the halogen headlights, the real DRLs are built into the high beam bulb as a single bulb / dual filament arrangement.

[@mikemacb7rs4]

Thanks for the video, do you know if Bit 2 would be the same for an Audi?

[@CraigsDIY]

No but I wouldn't be scared of trying it so long as you note what is was originally so you can restore it.

[@us2travelmoments151]

Hi, I've just bought a 2008 Passat (not able to program I've been told) and changed the parking lights globes for LED's and added a 5watt load resistors on both sides. The right side works well but the left parking light just goes on for about 4 sec and than turns off again. With an error message in the dashboard that the left parking light is not working. How can I fix this issue?

[@Blac9Games]

Sadly Byte 27 Bit 02 did not get rid of the error message for me. 2011 Golf VI Variant (Wagon) Highline, german version with halogen lamps. I did use the Osram Bulbs. If someone could fix the issue, let me know :D I ll keep trying a bit more though. Nice guide though, was worth a try. These OEM bulbs look horrible next to LED H7s.

[@santafe728]

Hello, your video was great !! Do you know how to coding MK5 by OBDeleven?

[@agricola12345]

Hi Long coding didn’t work. Any suggestions what to do? Bit 2 marked in Byte 27. My Golf is 2010 model.

[@miata7418]

Hi Thanks your share first. I am golf 6 driver and I would like to update the fog light become LED, but how to use OBDeleven remove Bulb error thanks!!!!

[@MeditationOasis_BaGRoS]

This should work with Glof V?

[@Fury-sh2mp]

computer does not show blown bulb? yellow control ? I need such a LED bulb for golf mark 5

[@siennachappell]

nice car Craig. What happened to your black mondeo? I've got a Ford focus and I love the videos on the mondeo especially. Thanks

[@CraigsDIY]

I still have it, but I don't want this channel to be Mondeo only... although I'll probably get a Mk5 at some point...

[@ivostefancic7956]

How do they hold up, concerning they are constantly heated from very hot halogen main bulbs...? I have found very decent cheapo ebay W5W bulbs, but since they are in pretty much same position as in Golf, they suffer from overheating. When halogens are off, no problem.

[@CraigsDIY]

Fine so far although the main beams aren't used much. But quality LEDs should be very resistant to heat and they're not that close to them.

[@brycedykes6406]

If this is a 1.4 golf, how reliable is it and have you had any problems with your timing chain?

[@CraigsDIY]

It's the 122 hp 1.4 TSI. No problems but it's low mileage and have only had it for a few months.

[@brycedykes6406]

Craig's DIY Car I heard that the 1.4s had problems with their timing chains and or their tensioners, you might want to look into that...

[@javaidsadiq5775]

You need the VW GOLF MK6 2.0 GT TDI 140BHP then remove the DPF get the EGR BLOCKED OFF and get it REMAPPED. The TSI is shit and gives problems and very slow compared to the GT TDI and also it sucks more fuel because its petrol. Shit car you have. I mean shit engine! Its slower and sucks more fuel and also have alit of common problems as mentioned by the other guy

[@steve5912]

@@javaidsadiq5775😂😂

[@mania002]

Will a NA Golf have the same Byte/Bit configuration in Vag-Com for coding out bulb error? Thanks.

[@medikamenten_manfred3133]

Nice Video. Thanks a lot.

[@ankit55ahlawat]

Which scan tool you are using in your HTC?

[@CraigsDIY]

OBDeleven.

[@LudmilMetodiev]

Whats the software that you use on your phone ?

[@CraigsDIY]

For VW I'm using OBDEleven, it pairs with the BT scan tool.

[@xaincomods2417]

What software is that on your phone?

[@MyShit893]

Hi craig, Would this also work for a Jetta MK5? would I have to code it as well?

[@CraigsDIY]

The bulbs are the same, and I don't think the Mk5 needs coding.

[@kanbeeisu]

You do have to code it, I did the same on my mk5 golf gti and it’s giving me the error

[@kanbeeisu]

Craig's DIY Car would it be the same coding though?

[@heltanmwalugha]

Hello Craig. How can I get the OBD 11 bluetooth tool? What app are you using on your phone to diagnose your Golf? Thanks.

[@CraigsDIY]

It's on Amazon here - amzn.to/2nLZTNc - alternatively direct from obdeleven.com/en/ - and it has a matching app for Android.

[@mikemacb7rs4]

obdeleven.com/en/

[@5500rpmvtecpower]

Will this work on carista?

[@CraigsDIY]

I assume there's a way to code it on Carista.

[@5500rpmvtecpower]

Craig's DIY Car subbed

[@rusav81]

i have the osram led, they don't show on the check panel the error message... so, in my opinion, you don't need to cancel with the program you are show to us at the end of you video: first time i have mounted these led on the headlights they have released this error message on the check panel but after i have turned off the car. After i have turned on the car and the error message has disappeared. Now these leds are ok without any VAG programs intervenction.

[@CraigsDIY]

These Osrams? kzbin.info/www/bejne/jJXFcp6qjdh9bq8 Amazon US: amzn.to/2arPNee | Amazon UK: amzn.to/2cgnWf9 Can you post your specific car as well (Mk6? USA or Euro?) for other's info.

[@0xyg3nxD]

Does this cost any Credit to do?

[@0xyg3nxD]

In OBD 11*

[@CraigsDIY]

Not if you edit the coding directly.

[@harkatdz]

I got piaa led t10 I I did them on my golf mk5 knowing their power is 6000k but didn't work can u tell me why thanks

[@CraigsDIY]

Not psychic sorry. Did you try flipping them over, LEDs are usually polarity sensitive.

[@Brownhoof]

Same thing happened to me and bought a resistor for the LEDs

[@forgottenknowledge8917]

Jokes on them, my dash light was already on. Lol

[@TechX1320]

Info for some coming here that have a US version. We have the bulbs, no way to turn em on

[@shaheryarqazi7922]

can you show how to put led headlight bulb

[@SolidChrisGR]

HELP i have a golf mk5 and i cant remove the ERROR Light of frond parking lights ( small lights)

[@arice7387]

I replaced in my o5 an they turn on an immediately go out

[@socarroll007]

Hi, nice video, what app was you using on your mobile?

[@CraigsDIY]

OBDeleven, the app and the scan tool are mutually required.

[@CraigsDIY]

Links added above.

[@socarroll007]

Thank you for your quick reply

[@OttoBe]

Really nice and pro clips on your channel Craig! Can you maybe recommend some OBD Bluetooth tool (coding req!) that will work with iOS on iPhone&iPads etc. Than you.

[@CraigsDIY]

The only way I'm aware of using iOS would be using a VCDS wifi tool, which you then access using any web browser including iDevice. Look up HEX-NET - very expensive sadly. OBDEleven is Android only, regular VCDS is Windows. It would be cheaper to get a cheap Android/Windows tablet dedicated for the purpose I think.

[@OttoBe]

Craig's DIY Car Thanks for quick reply. Ja I tried VCDS but coding part didn't work I believe due to my cheap VAG168cable. Any opinion on Carista OBD2. I already bought LEDs that you reviewed so I'm just stuck without code :/ Thanks!

[@CraigsDIY]

I don't know about Carista. They advertise VW support so you can probably set the LED option, but it looks like you have to pay for it. Not sure if you can code manually.

[@sdhfpiuswrh]

This didn't work for me, 2010 Golf. After I do the coding (it says coding completed) and reset the faults, they come back in about 3 seconds.

[@sdhfpiuswrh]

I got it working now, had to change Byte 11 Daytime running lights active too!

[@agricola12345]

sdhfpiuswrh byte 11 and what bit?

[@sdhfpiuswrh]

@@agricola12345 bit 1

[@imprudens]

@@sdhfpiuswrh my vcds not showing any help for byte11 bit1. How about yours? Is there any help or text for you? Are you sure that i can set it?

[@sdhfpiuswrh]

I wouldn't set it without being 100% sure

[@OracleDropSamples]

I always just unscrew the whole headlight and put it out.

[@Xbot4Life]

You forgot to mention removing the whole front bumper too.

[@kiss718able]

What a life saver!!

[@PerfodDk]

You say you use OBD 11 ,, dint you mean OBD 2 ... its written OBHII on it

[@CraigsDIY]

amzn.to/2nLZTNc

[@johnnyVGtran]

PerfodDk its obdeleven its a vw/audi scan tool plugs into ob2 as u mention

[@bollywoodbeauties8130]

nice

[@dilankasil]

finally something useful

[@levente4424]

thank you :)

[@DamianEwenement]

I'm living in UK and I didn't passed my MOT because those led lights! They said I can't replace W5W for led because they are designed for cockpit and plate lights... Eh

[@jirilukas2562]

Damian Ewenement in czecha are not allowed too :-/

[@saga8110]

And its forbidden to change any factory non-leds to leds, just saying

[@CraigsDIY]

That would depend on your locality wouldn't it.

[@saga8110]

Craig's DIY Car thats right, in germany its forbidden, everything that makes a car more fun to drive is forbidden by the TÜV, unfortunately

[@mustis.5599]

Lenkrad ist auf der falschen Seite.

[@WolfieMk6]

You can also get it from UroTuning for less: www.urotuning.com/OBDeleven-PRO-Scan-Tool-for-Android-p/obd11-00010.htm

[@Keijotti]

or just get canbus leds....

[@Nobody-tv6sr]

Hi idid install thease led but my passat b6 2008 wont read them is there a solution??