Check headlights error?

2008 MERCURY MOUNTAINEER
100,000 MILES • 4.0L • 6 CYL • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
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PONTIACMANLOL
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My old mechanic installed LED headlights on this vehicle listed above Truck Mountaineer, 4.0L FI SOHC. but it has the check headlamp error now and check high beam. Do I need some type of load resistor? What kind would be the easiest and best to install?
Sep 23, 2023 at 8:35 PM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Hi,

The LED lights draw very little voltage. As a result, the vehicle thinks the bulbs are burned out. LOL

As far as a resister, yes, it is needed. I attached a picture below of what I would suggest. Please understand, we can't make recommendations on parts. However, I feel this would work for you. I believe this vehicle uses a 9005 bulb. Please confirm that.

Take a look at the picture below from Amazon. Also, neither 2carpros nor I have anything to do with Amazon. I don't want you to think I'm recommending this for kick back. LOL

Take care and let me know if this helps.

Joe

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Sep 23, 2023 at 9:41 PM
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PONTIACMANLOL
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Appreciate it, thank you.
Sep 24, 2023 at 2:07 AM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Hi,

No problem whatsoever. If you have a chance, let me know how things turn out for you.

Take care,

Joe
Sep 24, 2023 at 1:05 PM