Morimoto XB headlights not working !! need help !

[Reaper338]

HI , on friday I had morimoto xb headlights with the white DRL's not the amber DRL's installed , brand new ordered from morimoto directly , I found out this morning that I have no turn signals and it looked like one of my headlights while I had the turn signal on was going on and off, I did not have LED or projectors before just halogen headlights . How do I fix this ??? thanks.

 

[xuni21]

have you figured it out? my 2016 ram express i installed projector lights and now decided to buy morimotos, now my problems with them is my drl does not work and i put my turning signals to sequential and when my truck is off the sequential work when its on and running the lights only blink and its like an inch of the turning signal on.. i contacted them and still no help

 

[EnNoctem]

Was anyone able to figure this issue out? Just installed these today and they only work with DRL, or intermittently work with the lights on, then only 2 inches of the turn signal comes on..

 

[EnNoctem]

have you figured it out? my 2016 ram express i installed projector lights and now decided to buy morimotos, now my problems with them is my drl does not work and i put my turning signals to sequential and when my truck is off the sequential work when its on and running the lights only blink and its like an inch of the turning signal on.. i contacted them and still no help

Hey, I hope you’re still active here. I figured it out. You have to have the DRL harness wired for them to work.

 

[EnNoctem]

Hey, I hope you’re still active here. I figured it out. You have to have the DRL harness wired for them to work.

Never mind. It worked for about an hour than went back to the 2 inch blinker.

 

[RamDiver]

Hey, I hope you’re still active here. I figured it out. You have to have the DRL harness wired for them to work.

The OP hasn't been seen since May 2024 and the next poster, July 2024.

If you're looking for assistance, a more detailed description would be helpful and please correct your displayed truck year.

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[EnNoctem]

The OP hasn't been seen since May 2024 and the next poster, July 2024.

If you're looking for assistance, a more detailed description would be helpful and please correct your displayed truck year.

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Not sure how that got there. Pretty sure I put 2016. Thanks for letting me know.

Regardless of that. I have a 2016 Ram 1500 SLT 5.7 V8 Hemi. Having issues with my Morimoto XB headlights. Like others have mentioned. The sequential turn signal function does not work, and only flashes a 1-2 inch amber light. The sequential only works on AUX power. Any ideas what that could be? Thanks.

 

[RamDiver]

Not sure how that got there. Pretty sure I put 2016. Thanks for letting me know.

Regardless of that. I have a 2016 Ram 1500 SLT 5.7 V8 Hemi. Having issues with my Morimoto XB headlights. Like others have mentioned. The sequential turn signal function does not work, and only flashes a 1-2 inch amber light. The sequential only works on AUX power. Any ideas what that could be? Thanks.

Technology has its moments, sometimes.

Have you reached out to Morimoto or whoever supplied these lights?

As we've seen, a few people seem to be suffering from the same grief and one would hope, you're not alone and that Morimoto has looked for a solution.

What it this auxiliary power that allows the lights to function correctly?

I've seen several users have success with Morimoto lights right up until they start the truck, then things go bananas.

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[EnNoctem]

Technology has its moments, sometimes.

Have you reached out to Morimoto or whoever supplied these lights?

As we've seen, a few people seem to be suffering from the same grief and one would hope, you're not alone and that Morimoto has looked for a solution.

What it this auxiliary power that allows the lights to function correctly?

I've seen several users have success with Morimoto lights right up until they start the truck, then things go bananas.

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I am not sure why it only works on aux power. The only time I can ever get turn signals is if I connect the green wires together, which crates a solid turn signal. Morimoto recommends unplugging those two wires for sequential turn. But then it stops when the truck is running I’ve tried calling Morimoto and they still don’t have an answer besides sending the headlights back for testing.

 

[RamDiver]

I am not sure why it only works on aux power.

The BCM can be difficult on how it responds to LED bulbs, especially in the older model trucks.

You still did not define what exactly this auxiliary power is. Care to explain?

Have you been able to get the Morimoto lights working to your satisfaction while the engine is off?

The only time I can ever get turn signals is if I connect the green wires together, which crates a solid turn signal. Morimoto recommends unplugging those two wires for sequential turn. But then it stops when the truck is running I’ve tried calling Morimoto and they still don’t have an answer besides sending the headlights back for testing.

Unfortunately, the Morimoto product is non-standard and proprietary in its configuration.

Not having experience with this product means that I can only provide general troubleshooting information.

Do you have access to AlfaOBD?

There are several AlfaOBD tweaks that have proven successful with misbehaving LED bulb upgrades in older trucks.

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[EnNoctem]

The BCM can be difficult on how it responds to LED bulbs, especially in the older model trucks.

You still did not define what exactly this auxiliary power is. Care to explain?

Have you been able to get the Morimoto lights working to your satisfaction while the engine is off?




Unfortunately, the Morimoto product is non-standard and proprietary in its configuration.

Not having experience with this product means that I can only provide general troubleshooting information.

Do you have access to AlfaOBD?

There are several AlfaOBD tweaks that have proven successful with misbehaving LED bulb upgrades in older trucks.

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The Aux power is just when the truck is on; not running. That’s the only time when it actually works. Electrical is not my strong suit, so please correct me if I am mixing something up.
And too answer your question, yes the lights work perfectly when the truck is off.

I do not have access to AlfaOBD. The more I research about this issue that the name “AlfaOBD” pops up. Is that something I take to a shop to do or is it a program/ scanner I can buy or download.

Thanks for your time in helping me diagnose this. Much appreciated.

 

[RamDiver]

The Aux power is just when the truck is on; not running. That’s the only time when it actually works. Electrical is not my strong suit, so please correct me if I am mixing something up.
And too answer your question, yes the lights work perfectly when the truck is off.

I do not have access to AlfaOBD. The more I research about this issue that the name “AlfaOBD” pops up. Is that something I take to a shop to do or is it a program/ scanner I can buy or download.

Thanks for your time in helping me diagnose this. Much appreciated.

Thanks for the clarification. I suspected that was what you were saying but I've learned to ask questions before making any assumptions.

Yes, AlfaOBD has saved much grief for many users and also added the ability to customize certain features for others.

My LED lights were plug-and-play but I have tweaked a few other items and fine tuned settings so that my speedo is very accurate for both summer and winter tires. I live in snow country.

I've heard this story before. Everything works great until you start the engine, then the lights get erratic or drop out entirely.

As mentioned, I have no experience with the Morimoto product but if you're determined to keep them, you could try AlfaOBD.

AlfaOBD is an app available for Android or Windows. IIRC, I believe it's $49US.

AlfaOBD

You will also require an OBD2 interface. They're available as a Bluetooth or USB type connection.

Many users swear by OBDlink Mx+, a Bluetooth interface and many are happy to use their Android phone or tablet.

Amazon.com

I hate Android and wouldn't trust it to modify truck settings, I use the windoze version with a USB interface.

I use an OBDLink SX interface.

Amazon.com

My laptop OS is somewhat modified, that's the only reason I trust it more than any Android device.

AlfaOBD is very powerful, and can tweak many customized features but could also trash your truck if not used carefully and sensibly.

More than a few people have learned the hard way after just tweaking without researching first and/or not copying the OEM settings before changing items without recording their actions.

We have an AlfaOBD thread full of adventures and directions on how to protect your truck.

AlfaOBD

Please Read!!! Supported years: 2013 to 2018 Make a backup of your original BCM configuration before making any changes. While we have a few BCM configs to compare with, there is nothing like comparing to your own pre-changes. Instructions: Uploading System ID (BCM) Information: Thank you...

www.ramforum.com

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[EnNoctem]

Thanks for the clarification. I suspected that was what you were saying but I've learned to ask questions before making any assumptions.

Yes, AlfaOBD has saved much grief for many users and also added the ability to customize certain features for others.

My LED lights were plug-and-play but I have tweaked a few other items and fine tuned settings so that my speedo is very accurate for both summer and winter tires. I live in snow country.

I've heard this story before. Everything works great until you start the engine, then the lights get erratic or drop out entirely.

As mentioned, I have no experience with the Morimoto product but if you're determined to keep them, you could try AlfaOBD.

AlfaOBD is an app available for Android or Windows. IIRC, I believe it's $49US.

AlfaOBD

You will also require an OBD2 interface. They're available as a Bluetooth or USB type connection.

Many users swear by OBDlink Mx+, a Bluetooth interface and many are happy to use their Android phone or tablet.

Amazon.com

I hate Android and wouldn't trust it to modify truck settings, I use the windoze version with a USB interface.

I use an OBDLink SX interface.

Amazon.com

My laptop OS is somewhat modified, that's the only reason I trust it more than any Android device.

AlfaOBD is very powerful, and can tweak many customized features but could also trash your truck if not used carefully and sensibly.

More than a few people have learned the hard way after just tweaking without researching first and/or not copying the OEM settings before changing items without recording their actions.

We have an AlfaOBD thread full of adventures and directions on how to protect your truck.

AlfaOBD

Please Read!!! Supported years: 2013 to 2018 Make a backup of your original BCM configuration before making any changes. While we have a few BCM configs to compare with, there is nothing like comparing to your own pre-changes. Instructions: Uploading System ID (BCM) Information: Thank you...

www.ramforum.com

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Sorry for getting back to you so late. I appreciate this information a lot and looked into AlfaOBD. I called Morimoto and it looks like their new solution is sending out resistors. Not sure if OP got resisters sent, but I’m going to try that, if that doesn’t work. I’ll mess around with AlfaOBD. Thanks once again

 

[RamDiver]

Sorry for getting back to you so late. I appreciate this information a lot and looked into AlfaOBD. I called Morimoto and it looks like their new solution is sending out resistors. Not sure if OP got resisters sent, but I’m going to try that, if that doesn’t work. I’ll mess around with AlfaOBD. Thanks once again

Thanks for the update.

Adding resistors has worked for some users, certainly worth a try.

Please let us know how that works out.
TIA

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[EnNoctem]

Thanks for the update.

Adding resistors has worked for some users, certainly worth a try.

Please let us know how that works out.
TIA

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Yep, no luck. Just tried the new resistors, same issue. AlfaOBD it is!

Called again. The guy said the resistors should’ve never been sent out in the first place and that there is a continuity issue within the lighting harness. A new harness is being sent my way. Should arrive by Wednesday. I will still keep everyone updated so far they sent me this image

 

[RamDiver]

Yep, no luck. Just tried the new resistors, same issue. AlfaOBD it is!

Called again. The guy said the resistors should’ve never been sent out in the first place and that there is a continuity issue within the lighting harness. A new harness is being sent my way. Should arrive by Wednesday. I will still keep everyone updated so far they sent me this image

Didn't you mention that the lights function correctly with the truck on but without the engine running?
Did you also share this detail with Morimotto?

It sounds like whomever you're dealing with is using the parts cannon methodology for troubleshooting.

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[EnNoctem]

LDidn't you mention that the lights function correctly with the truck on but without the engine running?
Did you also share this detail with Morimotto?

It sounds like whomever you're dealing with is using the parts cannon methodology for troubleshooting.

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Yep I mentioned to them multiple times that it only works with just aux power. No kidding on the parts cannon, haha

I got the new harness installed and it worked for 1 minute without the DRL connected (truck was on and running!). But as soon as the DRL was connected it bugged out again. I’m wondering if the DRL is causing some weird issue. But then again in the picture it says it needs the DRL lights to function.

Unfortunately they only sent one harness when I told them both lights were doing it. When I have more time I’ll mess around with it some more.

 

[ramman95]

Did you get the issue straightened out? Did you ever get AlfaOBD and make the changes to your BCM?