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Old 07-06-2011, 04:15 PM
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Second one.

Are there any reasons for installation of 2 additional resistors?

Thank yoy for your help.

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Originally Posted by skaj
Second one.

Are there any reasons for installation of 2 additional resistors?

Thank yoy for your help.

Cheers, Jiri
Dectane already answered the question about the extra resistors - you'll have to look through the previous posts. I believe they said some early model 997.1's require them. I have a 2008 997.1 and installed the extra resistors. I always start with headlamps off and I've not experienced the problems you have after 2 months of use and many, many starts.
 
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Old 07-06-2011, 04:26 PM
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Originally Posted by skaj
Hi. I have also AUTO ON LIGHTS. So you recommendation is "NOT USE LIGHTS ON AND USE ONLY AUTO ON" or "LIGHTS ON AFTER ENGINE START" ???

I understand, when could be problem, but do not understand why there is no problem with original lights. And also, why is problem only with one lights and one pard off this light.

Main problem iss, that I can not 100% rely on this lights. I find this problem after for example 20 tests of this lights because I am very precise in this and have to verify each change on original partss many times.

And this problem repeated random each XXth start of engine.
What do you mean AUTO ON LIGHTS? That feature is not available in the US other than the Daytime Running Lights. Even with DRL you still have to turn the headlamp switch on to get the dashboard lights to illuminate.
 
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Originally Posted by skaj
2. I insert key and turn to position 1, when start systems, but not engine.
3. I turn on lights to ON position => lights are ON
4. Start engine
why would u not just start the car when u insert the key ?

why stop the starting process to turn on ur lights??
 
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Mine are sended.
Can't wait to see these lights on my Pcar.
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I'm about to pull the trigger and buy a set. Has anyone installed the Dectane lights on an early 997.1 and if so did you encounter any problems. I guess you need to install some resistors to fool the 'light failure' function. I'm reading a few messages regarding lights on/off sequence and one of light not working which makes me a bit hesitant on installing them.

Thanks for any comments & information.

 
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I just ordered mine. So with a 2007 will I need to install the resistors? What's the cutoff year?
 
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I have a 2007 C2S and did not install resistors. No problems good to go.
 
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just got a email from frank last night and the lights are on the way via DHL
 
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I received the DHL tracking last night as well. Man I don't know about you guys, but I can't wait to get them put on!
 
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Originally Posted by White Rock
I received the DHL tracking last night as well. Man I don't know about you guys, but I can't wait to get them put on!
+1, yeah I can't wait...
 
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I got mine today! Could not have been an easier install. Center screw out remove OEM light, gently pry clip to release connector and light is free. Simply plug new lamp into connector, slide lamp and wiring into bay carefully, reinsert center screw and tighten... viola! These lights are a few pounds heavier than the OEM so I plan to go on a diet to compensate. Photos really do not do these lights justice. If you are on the fence, get off, your wasting time. Tomorrows exchange rate may not be in your favor. Seriously, I could not be more please with the way these look.
 
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Jiri, take your car to the psychiatrist ..
 
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Mine is on the way also. Can't wait to put it on.
 
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Mine are arrived today, max 10 min to do the mod. No need extra resistors on my 2005 S . That's great ! Like OEM rear lights !!! My 2005 is once again new !
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