Installation Precautions
I. Pre-installation Preparations
Check and count the corresponding product accessories to ensure they are complete. Directly supply 12V power to the main control box to test lighting accessories such as LED strips. Check whether there are any color deficiencies or breakpoints in the three basic colors: red, green, and yellow. Proceed with the installation only after confirming there are no issues. Do not bend the strips violently before installation. Also, note that if problems occur after test installation, the strips will not be covered by the warranty.
II. Installation Process Specifications
Pay attention to the following key points during the installation process: Remove decorative plates and other components to prevent scratching the dashboard or the car’s interior. Timely clean up any wire skins or other debris left behind after wiring, and do not leave them in the car. The wiring inside the vehicle must be well insulated and fixed to avoid short circuits and other malfunctions. Ensure that the wiring does not interfere with the moving control parts of the vehicle, such as the steering wheel shaft, accelerator pedal, and pedals. Be sure to install the wiring harness and control box when the vehicle is turned off to prevent damage to the machine or other accessories due to hot – plugging. The light strips can be cut. If the color at the tail is inconsistent or the entire strip is not color – synchronized, you can continue to trim about 2 millimeters. The installation positions of lamps (contour light bars, handles, locker boxes, footwell lamps, etc.) should be determined according to the actual situation. The installation positions described in this document are for reference only.
Product function test
1. Control: physical button control, small program control, APP control
2. The main control box connected to the power: power ground (GND) connected to the lap or ground; power +12V connected to the body ACC
3. The deputy control box connected to the power: power ground (GND) connected to the lap or ground; power +12V connected to the car
body ACC or constant power 12V
4. Inventory of accessories, first installed the main control box
5. Main control controller wiring and wiring mode
Main control box installation
1. Main control box installation
1. First find the car power fuse box, find the ACC12V fuse (ACC12V is the power supply that will become 0V after pulling out the key or OFF), connect the power supply of the main control box wiring harness
+12V here; connect the main control box wiring harness “power ground (GND)” to the ground wire; connect the main control box and place it in a suitable place to be fixed (note that do not put the main control box in the air conditioning vent position, so as not to affect the music rhythm effect). Connect the main control box and put it to a suitable place for fixing (Note: Don’t put the main control box
at the air vent position, so as not to affect the music rhythm effect).
2. The center control contour light installation (connected to the “1 zone / center control contour light”):
first use the warping board will be related to the removal of the center control decorative strips, used for the center control contour light wiring will be installed into the center control light strip gap, if the gap is very tight, on the reverse side of the hot melt adhesive cut off, and then loaded into the light strip, on the screws to fix, each model installation position is different, to the actual position shall prevail!
3. Footwell light installation (connected to the “2 zones / footwell”): footwell light wiring
Run the wires to the four footwell lights to secure them in place
Sub-Control Box Installation
1. remove the door frame decorative strip and lock door screws, unplug the socket in the door frame, take down the door frame
2. the outline of the light bar from the door frame through the door, installed into the door gap, according to the door gap construction, to avoid violent extrusion, pressure burst lamp beads
Maintenance and Care for LED Headlights
1.Proper maintenance helps extend the lifespan and performance of your LED headlights.
2.Handle lights and storage box lights need to open the installation, handles light opening position is generally up the hole, the location should be hidden from the light, the storage box can also be up the hole or the side of the back to the front of the open hole
3. Find the normal power 12V (or ACC12V), connect the power +12V of the sub control box harness here; find the ground wire, connect the “power ground (GND)” of the sub control box harness here;
Note: The four doors should be unified, i.e., the four doors should take the “normal 12V” or the four doors should take the “ACC12V”. Note: The power supply of four doors should be unified, i.e. four doors take “normal power 12V” or four doors take “ACC12V”.
Optional speaker installation
1. Find the door speaker position to align the position, (prohibited to stick on the speaker to avoid rattling).
2. Find the position with hot melt glue fixed
3:1 minute 2 wire connected to the 1 area, the speaker ring and the door LED strip connected to the 1 minute 2 line
Common Problems and Solutions
1. Main Box Light Not On
- Issue Causes:
- Power supply wire unconnected or incorrectly connected (requires 12V strong power).
- Poor chassis ground connection.
- Unplugged lamp head or damaged light fixture.
- Solutions:
- Verify 12V power supply; measure voltage between PIN1 (GND) and PIN2 (Power) for 9–16V.
- Switch from chassis ground to wired ground.
- Plug in the lamp head connector or replace the light fixture.
2. Secondary Box Light Not On
- Issue Causes:
- Faulty power supply connection (needs 12V strong power).
- Inadequate chassis ground.
- Unplugged lamp head or damaged fixture.
- Failed automatic pairing (secondary box not paired).
- Solutions:
- Check for proper 12V power supply using voltage measurement.
- Replace chassis ground with wired ground.
- Reconnect the lamp head or replace the fixture.
- Manually re-pair the ambient light (refer to “Button and Mini Program Operation Instructions”).
3. Lights Do Not Turn Off with Doors When ACC Off
- Issue Cause:Uneven power connections across doors (mixed “constant 12V” and “ACC 12V” sources).
- Solution:Ensure all four doors use uniform power sourcing (either all “constant 12V” or all “ACC 12V”).
4. Physical Button Cannot Control Lights
- Issue Cause:Loose button connector or disconnected wiring.
- Solution:Secure the button connector, check for wiring disconnections, and refer to “Button and Mini Program Operation Instructions” for usage details.
5. Abnormal Light Color or Brightness
- Issue Cause:Pinched wiring harness (short/open circuit) or damaged light strip/lamp head.
- Solution:Inspect wiring connections and replace the faulty light strip or lamp head.
6. Mini Program/APP Cannot Find Ambient Light (Main Box)
- Issue Causes:Outdated Mini Program/APP, damaged main box, or compatibility issues with new phones.
- Solutions:Delete and re-scan the code in the Mini Program/APP, replace the main box, or contact after-sales support.
7. Pairing Interference with Multiple Vehicles Installed Nearby
- Issue Cause:Main box mistakenly pairs with secondary boxes of adjacent vehicles.
- Solutions:
- Method 1: Keep the first vehicle’s ACC on or ambient light powered during subsequent pairings.
- Method 2: Disconnect the car battery terminal after the first pairing before pairing the next vehicle.
- Method 3: Power off the main/secondary boxes after the first installation before pairing other vehicles.
- Method 4: Maintain at least 40 meters of distance between vehicles during pairing.
Conclusion
This comprehensive installation guide for the Full-Color + Phantom Ambient Light system outlines critical steps to ensure a safe, efficient setup and optimal performance. Key takeaways include:
Pre-installation diligence is essential.
Verify accessory completeness, test LED strips for color consistency, and avoid damaging components through improper handling (e.g., violent bending).
Installation precision minimizes risks.
Proper wiring insulation, secure placement of control boxes (avoiding air vents), and careful routing to prevent interference with vehicle controls (steering, pedals) are mandatory. Uniform power sourcing across doors (either all “constant 12V” or “ACC 12V”) is critical for synchronized operation.
Post-installation testing ensures functionality.
Validate control via physical buttons, mini programs, and APPs, and confirm seamless integration with vehicle power systems (ACC/fuse box connections).
Troubleshooting readiness addresses common issues.
From power supply errors and pairing failures to light synchronization problems, the guide provides clear solutions to resolve malfunctions efficiently.
By adhering to these guidelines, users can achieve a professional-grade ambient light installation that enhances vehicle aesthetics while ensuring safety and reliability. Regular maintenance and prompt issue resolution will further extend the system’s lifespan and performance.
