subaru2015 Posted July 15, 2016 Share Posted July 15, 2016 Hey guys, creating this thread to ask a few simple questions since I'm a total newb when it comes to cars and mechanics... Attached is a pic of my halogen DRL bulb that I am looking to replace with a LED DRL bulb in the near future... In order to remove the halogen DRL bulb, do I simply pull it out or do I need to unscrew those screws first? I don't want to do something that isn't necessary but also want to do what is necessary Once I get my LED DRLs, I can simply plug it into the connector socket (black portion) and push it into the opening of where the current halogen DRL is correct? and all will work fine? Any idea what those OFF and ON text means? Is this the OFF/Lefty Loosey and ON/Right-tighty thing? Or do I ignore this? Any little bit helps for a newb like me Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ehsnils Posted July 15, 2016 Share Posted July 15, 2016 Don't touch the screws, just twist it and it shall come out. Twist to "Off" to remove the bulb. To "On" to mount the new. Also realize that this is the main beam lamp so it's not just a DRL. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
subaru2015 Posted July 15, 2016 Author Share Posted July 15, 2016 Don't touch the screws, just twist it and it shall come out. Twist to "Off" to remove the bulb. To "On" to mount the new. Also realize that this is the main beam lamp so it's not just a DRL. Thanks for the help and clarification on the bulb. From a previous thread I learned that this is the main high beam lamp as well...so will my high beams no longer work if I put in the new LED DRL? Or will it still work? I rarely use High beams anyway... This won't affect my HIDs and Boomerang light right? I like those Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chowser51 Posted July 15, 2016 Share Posted July 15, 2016 Your leds will probably stay at full power depending on which one you buy even when used as drls. I didn't like that so i bought a whiter color halogen bulb that can do low power drl and high beam. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
subaru2015 Posted July 15, 2016 Author Share Posted July 15, 2016 Your leds will probably stay at full power depending on which one you buy even when used as drls. I didn't like that so i bought a whiter color halogen bulb that can do low power drl and high beam. Thanks. My understanding is though that LEDs last a long time so even if they are running at full power during the day it's all good. I only drive an 1-2 hours a day so shouldn't be too bad. Any recommendations for the whiter color halogen bulb that can do lower power DRL and high beam? Link? I'm exploring all options right now Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ehsnils Posted July 15, 2016 Share Posted July 15, 2016 In my opinion main beam as DRL sucks. And the dimming of them is with a resistor in series with the bulb so using LEDs will give full brightness and make it look like you have the main beam on. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
subaru2015 Posted July 15, 2016 Author Share Posted July 15, 2016 In my opinion main beam as DRL sucks. And the dimming of them is with a resistor in series with the bulb so using LEDs will give full brightness and make it look like you have the main beam on. yeah, it's a bummer that the high beam is part of the DRL lighting system, but the thing is I am okay without high beams because I don't recall ever using them... my HIDs should provide enough lighting in the dark, and I really want to get the LEDs as my DRLs since the current halogen ones are ugly. I even tried to find a way to disable them completely but I know I couldn't because it is a safety feature... High beams can't be used often anyway...so i think I will likely opt for the LED DRLs, get rid of the high beams and just go with the HIDs as my main headlights during the dark and LED DRLs during the day...think it should all work out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chowser51 Posted July 16, 2016 Share Posted July 16, 2016 I bought 7500k HB3 (9005) bulbs which were a little bluish. I did the same with my fogs. http://i768.photobucket.com/albums/xx321/chowser51/112.jpg http://i768.photobucket.com/albums/xx321/chowser51/AA1474EA-F915-470E-A361-6DE07F882E4D.jpg fogs in daylight http://i768.photobucket.com/albums/xx321/chowser51/legfog.jpg I'm going to black out the chrome trim on the front and windows after I get back from vacation. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aotus Posted July 16, 2016 Share Posted July 16, 2016 yeah, it's a bummer that the high beam is part of the DRL lighting system, but the thing is I am okay without high beams because I don't recall ever using them... my HIDs should provide enough lighting in the dark, and I really want to get the LEDs as my DRLs since the current halogen ones are ugly. I even tried to find a way to disable them completely but I know I couldn't because it is a safety feature... I guess you didn't try looking here? There are several threads where disabling the DRLs is covered. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ehsnils Posted July 16, 2016 Share Posted July 16, 2016 B.t.w. here the '17 Outback has OEM LED low beams. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
subaru2015 Posted July 16, 2016 Author Share Posted July 16, 2016 I bought 7500k HB3 (9005) bulbs which were a little bluish. I did the same with my fogs. http://i768.photobucket.com/albums/xx321/chowser51/112.jpg http://i768.photobucket.com/albums/xx321/chowser51/AA1474EA-F915-470E-A361-6DE07F882E4D.jpg fogs in daylight http://i768.photobucket.com/albums/xx321/chowser51/legfog.jpg I'm going to black out the chrome trim on the front and windows after I get back from vacation. Looks great! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
subaru2015 Posted July 16, 2016 Author Share Posted July 16, 2016 I guess you didn't try looking here? There are several threads where disabling the DRLs is covered. Yeah that's true...but I guess I didn't really want to disable the DRLs due to the safety feature...I just wanted to replace them with cooler looking LEDs Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ajent420 Posted July 22, 2016 Share Posted July 22, 2016 fwiw, the LEDs listed in our thread of parts here • XenonDepot True 9005 Base LED High Beam/DRL Replacement Kit NEW 8/8/15 USE COUPON CODE XD15 FOR 15% OFF When DRL is on, they DO STAY AT FULL HIGH BEAM POWER. Also, when purchasing, you'll notice there is an option for "With or w/o DRL". I think that's kind of a sham because if you select with, it costs more and the only difference is they give you the CANBUS thingy to eliminate flicker. I installed mine w/o the CANBUS thingy and I have no flicker. Thingy is the official name for those right? Anyway, if anyone buys those, don't bother specifying "With DRL"...bulb output remains the same: Full blast. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
XenonDepot Posted July 28, 2016 Share Posted July 28, 2016 @ajent420 - The DRL on the vehicle uses a PWM signal, which means that there may be a very very slight flicker -- which you may not notice. I would suggest getting the component to ensure you do not burn out the driver due to the pulsing power. Steve Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ammcinnis Posted July 28, 2016 Share Posted July 28, 2016 The DRL on the vehicle uses a PWM signal ... What "DRL on the vehicle" are you talking about? The OE DRLs on the 2015/2016 Legacy/Outback are implemented by inserting a voltage-dropping/current-limiting resistor in series with the ground side of each high beam lamp. The circuit is purely 12 volt DC. See attachment. http://www.subaruoutback.org/forums/attachments/gen-5-2015-present/168122d1431359158-using-boomerang-lights-drls-headlights.pdf http://legacygt.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=234619&d=1469749174168122d1431359158-using-boomerang-lights-drls-headlights.pdf "If you don't know where you're going, any road will take you there." ~ The Cheshire Cat (Alice in Wonderland) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
XenonDepot Posted July 29, 2016 Share Posted July 29, 2016 Thank you very much for the clarification! I apologize, I thought that I read on this board otherwise. Steve Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iano81 Posted August 1, 2016 Share Posted August 1, 2016 What are the best 9005 bulbs? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ajent420 Posted August 1, 2016 Share Posted August 1, 2016 Thank you very much for the clarification! I apologize, I thought that I read on this board otherwise. Steve so to be clear then...the CANBUS adapter is not required for our setup, correct? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
XenonDepot Posted August 2, 2016 Share Posted August 2, 2016 @iano81 -- Are you looking for halogen or HID replacements? These are the 9005 bulbs/kits that we carry. @ajent420 - Yes, as long as the OEM DRL provides a stable 12V to the bulb - which it sounds like it does. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rene Posted August 3, 2016 Share Posted August 3, 2016 Would it be easier if Subaru finally integrate LED's DRL's in their design like almost every other manufacturer in the world...Come on Subaru...It's almost 2017... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ehsnils Posted August 3, 2016 Share Posted August 3, 2016 Would it be easier if Subaru finally integrate LED's DRL's in their design like almost every other manufacturer in the world...Come on Subaru...It's almost 2017... On the Euro models the fog lights doubles as DRLs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Koopenfausen Posted August 4, 2016 Share Posted August 4, 2016 On the Euro models the fog lights doubles as DRLs. Do want..... Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeff T Posted March 7, 2017 Share Posted March 7, 2017 OK, I'm a little late to this parade. Like many others I don't like the DRL's and the C-LED's/boomerangs being different colors. (Subaru really screwed up on this) All I want is an affordable bulb that will function the OE, just as long as it matches the CLED. I've read about 20 threads and their appears to be as many options as can be. I want to do this once and be done. I don't want a collection of bulbs on my workbench. Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Grey Goose Posted March 7, 2017 Share Posted March 7, 2017 OK, I'm a little late to this parade. Like many others I don't like the DRL's and the C-LED's/boomerangs being different colors. (Subaru really screwed up on this) All I want is an affordable bulb that will function the OE, just as long as it matches the CLED. I've read about 20 threads and their appears to be as many options as can be. I want to do this once and be done. I don't want a collection of bulbs on my workbench. Thanks! How technically savvy are you? IMO the end-all-be-all is this. https://www.diodedynamics.com/store/catalog/product/view/id/24287/s/2015-2017-subaru-legacy-c-light-switchback-led-halos/category/1488/ You get a crisp LED DRL, still retain full high beam use, AND you get some bad ass turn signals. It's just tricky because you have to open the headlights up. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
andrew_l_s Posted March 8, 2017 Share Posted March 8, 2017 How technically savvy are you? IMO the end-all-be-all is this. https://www.diodedynamics.com/store/catalog/product/view/id/24287/s/2015-2017-subaru-legacy-c-light-switchback-led-halos/category/1488/ You get a crisp LED DRL, still retain full high beam use, AND you get some bright ass turn signals. It's just tricky because you have to open the headlights up. Ftfy;) For real though, mine reflect off of street signs hundreds of feet down the road:lol: Lighting Mods: $10 Footwell Illumination | Tail as Turn | Fog as DRL Diode Dynamics C-Lights | RX350 Bi-Xenon Retrofit Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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