LED Wedge bulbs for sidermarker
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2005 C230K, Lexus GS400
LED Wedge bulbs for sidermarker
Did anyone try PIAA's LED wedge bulb for their sidemarkers? I recently purchased a pair of PIAA's LED Wedge bulb (Parts # 19263) for my new clear sidemarker. On the cover/case of the bulbs, it states that it is a wedge bulb Type 168, and its 12v-LED. I tried the bulbs, but when I turned on the lights, it did not stay on, instead, it "blinks" once every 5 to 7 seconds, just like a slow motion turning signal lights. So, then I tested the LED bulbs on a 2000 celica, and it worked (both cars use the same type of wedge bulbs). Then, I took the celica's old bulbs and put it in my C230, and it worked. So this should prove that the LED should work on my C right since it has the same type of bulbs. Right now, I put a new pair of PIAA's extreme white wedge bulbs in there, but I dont like the blue color on the bulb. Did anyone experience this? Or maybe someone can explain this to me?? Any suggestions on other brand's LED wedge bulbs ? 
Here is the link to PIAA's LED wedge bulbs: http://piaa.com/LEDs/LEDs.html
Here is the link to PIAA's LED wedge bulbs: http://piaa.com/LEDs/LEDs.html
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2005 C230K, Lexus GS400
Actually, I was reading the description of these LED bulbs. And it states that it actually consumes LESS voltages then regular wedge bulbs, so can't be having not enough current. 
Can anyone help me out pleasee???
Can anyone help me out pleasee???
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'02 C230K Coupe
The voltages are the same, but the LEDs register much higher resistance (and therefore less current), which triggers the sensor, which records whether the bulb is burned out or not present (infinite resistance). The load equalizer is a giant resistor that bleeds off enough energy and current to keep the car from throwing those errors. I've seen them for around $5 each. One will need to be installed for each bulb you replace with LEDs.
