I'm wanting to convert to LED lights for my tail lights and turn signals, front and back. I read up on a LED light manufacturer that some newer cars need load resistors or the turn signal system will indicate a burned out light by flashing fast, not flashing at all, or turning on some warning light. I wanted to know if anyone knew if a load resistor is require for the Dakota 05 or not.

 

Take a look at Disgorilla's thread - I believe he did what you are wanting to do and even had some pics. Perhaps he will chime in here when he sees your question.

https://dodgeforum.com/m_307414/tm.htm

Hope this helps, I'd like to know also...

 

jimboscomp, I think what GemmySan is referring to is replacing the whole thing with an LED panel/wafer and wiring it in directly.

What Disgorilla used , if i am correct, is just an LED cluster attached to an 1157 socket. This should not cause any problems. However if his intent is to replace the 1157 socket and wire the LED panel directly into his harness, he may have to purchase a load resistor as the load on a LED is very low.

Just trying to remember all the conversation that took place on a motorcycle site where folks were wanting to do the same thing. Here is a simple way to figure out the resistance you will need for the LEDs http://www.teamrocs.com/technical/pages/wiringleds.htm