LED Lights failed Again!

[Jon39]

If not already on, information about this subject would be good to have on the FAQ topic.

It certainly is a rip off that we have to pay so much, when the failed components can be purchased from suppliers for pennies or just a few pounds.

[Veg]

My v8v has the standard rear light led failure. Followed the instructions on here to split it and looked in bemusement at the internals.......

The one thing I did recognise was the circuits looked like a modern TV so went to my local repair centre. Tested it and found 2 led drivers are dead and are replacing them. Think Labour is 50 odd and parts the same. If it works I'll let you all know. Result if it does!

To join it back I'll use windscreen sealant..

[PatCub]

IER are repairing my Vantage headlight now, the led sidelights stopped working. Cost £444.

[Veg]

Tail light back from TV repair man and they work! He replaced diodes and led drivers as they'd burnt out....

Just go to stick em back together with a little goretex membrane covering a hole I will drill in to the back. Should aid getting rid of moisture build up....

Does anyone know how to get the reverse bulb out? Might as well whilst it's apart

[KiwiSG]

EdAMV8 said:

No, it does not require a lot of soldering. In fact that part is relatively easy considering it involves soldering a surface mount component for which you are supposed to use a specific tool. However, I found a way to do it with a standard station.

No the real pain is in taking the unit out of the car and of course in taking off the clear lens without breaking it.

I have written a full tutorial with lots of pictures and explanation. However it is in French. I do not have enough time at the moment but I will certainly translate it one day.

best regards,

eddie

Hi Eddy is there a link anywhere to your tutorial? also do those White LED's change to Amber for the indicator ?

[dbs2000]

I assume you already have some for the repair but this is the stuff to stick the lights back together with:

https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B00VZTBW8E/ref=pe_3187...

[emmAMV8]

Bonsoir
J’ignore si ce mail vous parviendra.
J’ai lu vos echanges au sujet de la question des rampes led dans les optiques de la Vantage.
Je rencontre ce problème et suis à la recherche de conseils pour eviter le remplacement.
Merci d’avance pour votre éventuel retour.

[rovcallum]

Salut, les phares peuvent être séparés pour accéder aux éléments LED. Je crois qu'il y a des bandes de LED et d'unités de pilote qui auront probablement besoin d'être réparées. Un bon réparateur de téléviseurs peut vous aider. L'ouverture du phare semble être le principal problème dans le processus de réparation. Après cela, occupez-vous d'un fer à souder et remontez avec un scellant de bonne qualité.

Hi, the headlight units can be separated to access the LED elements. I believe there are strips of LEDs and Driver Units which are likely to need repair. A good TV repair man can help. Opening the headlight seems to be the main problem in the repair process. After that, get busy with a soldering iron and reassemble with some good quality sealant.

http://www.ieruk.com/