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How to Install PIAA LP530 3.5 in. Round Ion Yellow LED Lights - Fog Beam - Pair on your F-150

Tools Required
  • Tape
  • Phillips head driver
  • Pliers
  • Electric drill
  • Holesaw( φ 20mm )
  • File

1. Lamp installation preparations and temporary setup

● Using the holes in the lamp bracket, the height from the lamp body to the installation surface can be adjusted. Depending on the top and bottom measurements as well as shape.

● In case the mounting surface is not flat position or is not enough space of itʼ s surface, please make sure to fix the lamp stably by using double-stick tape and screws(sell separately).


● When using a bracket available on the market, make sure the bolts you remove from the vehicle does not hinder its performance.

● Do not install on an unstable location, it may come lose while driving. This may affect the overall life of the bulb. In addition it may damage the vehicle or the main body of the lamp. Make sure you install the lamp on a stable and secure location.

● Do not install on a vertically-surface (refer the image on right hand).

◆ When you have decided the installation method......

(1) Rearrange the bracket according to your needs, and apply double-side tape (Item 3) and one-side tape as shown in the diagram below.

(2) Hold the lamp up to where it will be installed on the vehicle. Verify the gap between the lamp and surrounding obstacles.

Check !

● Make sure the lamp can be adjusted up and down (beam must be adjusted so that it shines at least 40m ahead of the vehicle.) If it cannot be adjusted, it must be re-installed.

● There must be between 30mm to 35mm on either side of the lamp to allow for proper adjustment.

● If using a screw, make sure there is adequate space between the bracket and the lamp(where screw will be inserted).


● Temporarily set the bracket with tape.

● Make sure to set position properly before permanently setting the lamp. Also, thoroughly clean the surface of the installation position beforehand.

● Make sure to remove the tape glue on the vehicle body after installation.


2. Switch Harness Installation Sequence


3. Lamp Installation Procedures

1. Temporarily set the bracket with tape and then mark the correct possition.

2. Remove the lamp harness bullet connectors and take out the lamp.

3. Install the lamp according to the marking made prior to installation.



♦ If using only the double-side tape.
Peel the protective sheet from the double-sided tape (Item 3) and apply.

CAUTION: 

● When using the double-side adhesive tape, clean the surface where tape will be applied. Use a clean cloth or sponge and make sure dirt, grease, wax etc., are completely removed. If substances cannot be removed, it may not adhere properly. In particular, avoid using leather wax, tire wax and also any type of organic solvent.

● When used in low temperatures, the adhesive substance tends to lose its strength. Use a drier or simply warm up the adhesive surface before applying. When using a drier, avoid moving it too close to the bumper as it may cause it to deform.

● After installation, avoid excess speeds and do not wash for 1 to 2 days.

● If applied incorrectly, a special double-sided adhesive tape is available at your local PIAA dealer.

♦ If using screws(M4 bolt or screw) to fix lamp stably.

(1) Loosen ( ) bolt with Philipʼ s head driver and remove the bracket from the lamp.

(2) Peel off the protective sheet from the double-sided tape and apply it to the bracket.

(3) Fix the bracket in place with the screws.

(4) Install the lamp onto the bracket.


4. DRIVING / Spot Light Aiming

Typically, driving lights are mounted above the front bumper about 14 cm -30 inches from the ground to provide extra high beam illumination. Driving lights can be mounted below the bumper, although they will not be as effective because the light will hit the ground sooner and reduce the range of the light.

Visual aim is made with the center of the beam hot spot 1.5 inches below the lamp center at 25feet with the lamp facing straight forward. (see below.)

CAUTION:

Do not use driving lights into oncoming traffic.  Driving lights should neverbe the only forward light source. Driving lights should only be used with the headlamp high beams. 


There are two important issues to address when installing fog lights, the first is to minimize the amount of return glare into the drivers eyes, and the other is to minimize glare into oncoming eyes. Both of those issues must be accomplished while putting as much light as possible on the road. 

These fog/foul weather light aiming instructions are suggestions taken from common practice and the S.A.E. standard J583.

Some modifications to these instructions may be necessary to minimize glare.

Visual aim is made with the top of the beam 4 inches below the lamp center at 25 feet with the lamp facing straight forward. (See below.) 

CAUTION: ● Only use fog lights if they are aimed properly.
Fog lights should never be the only foreword light source. Fog lights should be used with headlamp low beams.


4. Troubleshooting

After installation, if the lamp does not activate

→ Check the wiring and make sure there are no faulty or irregular connections .

● If the switch illumination does not light up.

→ Verify the ( ) wire from the switch is properly connected. If it is not correctly connect it will not activate.
→ Verify the fuse located on the vehicle' s wiring system. (the switch' s ( ) wire should be connected to the fuse box). If it is burned out, connect it to another circuit.
→ Check the fuse for the relay harness. If it is burned out, follow instructions indicated in [ 3 Fuse replacement Procedures].

● The switch illumination lights up but when operating it an audible “click” is not heard.

→ If the switch itself is faulty, the same symptoms may exist. We recommend that the entire switch unit be replaced.

● The switch illumination lights up but when operating it an audible “click” can be heard.

→ Check the bulb. If it is burned out replace it accordingly.

If the bulb suddenly fails to light up ...

→ Check the bulb inside the housing and if it is burned out replace accordingly.
→ Check the fuse located in the vehicle. If it is burned out, replace accordingly.
→ Check the fuse for the relay harness. If it is burned out, follow instructions indicated in [ 3 Fuse replacement Procedures].
→ There may be cases where each terminal related to specific sections may be incorrectly connected. Check for any lose wires and also for dirt or grime.
→ Water or incorrect connection may cause an irregular electric current flow, which could damage the relay. Replace the relay and check each section of the relay installation position and wiring.
→ Check the switch. If an abnormality is found, replace it accordingly.

Fuse replacement Procedures

→ A short circuit may have occurred. Check the lamp interior and wiring system. If any type of damage is found replace accordingly. (Non-replacement may pose a potential danger) (Short circuits are mainly caused when wires are caught in the assembly or when there is a gap in the sleeve connected to the lamp harness. Be extremely careful when reassembling the lens unit or replacing a bulb.
→ Verify the wattage capacity of the relay harness is accurate. Using a bulb that exceeds the relay harness wattage can be potentially dangerous. Always use bulbs that correspond to the wattage specified.