Modifying the Elantra N to Have a REAL 3rd Brake Light
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- Опубликовано: 13 июл 2024
- Today we’re installing a modified 3rd brake light, replacing the factory triangle reflector with one that flashes and lights up when you press the brakes.
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Chapters-
0:00 Intro
0:32 Product Overview
1:08 Removing the stock reflector
3:31 Removing the taillight assembly
6:09 Wiring/Installing the new reflector
10:49 How to buy one
12:20 Brake Light in Action
13:18 Final Thoughts
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Lights 💡
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I don’t even have an EN but I watched the whole video. You do a nice how-to video with clear instructions.
Thank you for watching!
If you go to harbor freight and get a few 2-3 inch “dent removal suction cups” you can probably use them to pull the taillight out without stress
Thank you for dedicating your free time to us! You are really appreciated for your commitment to your car and to us! And thank you for showing us the plug and the install!
Thank you as always Doug!
Just a tip for anyone who sees this, but a much easier way to take the taillight is to take a pair of pliers and pinch the white plastic clip holding the taillight in from the top and bottom. It should come right off as you give a little pull to the taillight, but make sure you unscrew the nuts first of course. It’s better to have someone pinch it for you as you gently pull the light
That’s so sick !!! I love your channel. I can’t wait to get this car
Just ordered my 2022 model here in Australia. Need to wait 12 months for arrival! Thanks for these detailed video. Can't wait to make similar mods.
Super awesome video installed mine today and your instructions helped so much!
as always a great vid brotha
That looks awesome. I'm going to reach out to him hopefully in the next week or so to send him my reflector now that I see how easy it was to install and how thorough he was with the build
That looks crazy!! Love it! Finally got my hands on a cyber gray - taking the shipment this Monday!
Thank you for this content, really appreciate your explanations and getting the angles. It’s very helpful!
That's awesome, you're going to love it! And thank you, glad you enjoy!
Another great video man! Excellent DIY step by step. Pretty cool you can make it functional.
Thank you! Definitely liking the new light a lot!
Same here hopefully wiring thing will bw same for 2021 sonata nline
Not going to lie... once I saw that it was also an F1 brake style I was set. A friend of mine has an STI with the F1 brake set up and I have wanted it for my EN even since I saw his. Sick simple mod, love it!
I've been thinking of something like this, badass
Great job and thanks for the install instructions !!!
Thanks for watching!
Great video brother keep up the good work 💪
Thank you! Subbed to you as well :)
@@ENtense wow that’s so cool brother appreciate that, I need all the help I can get lol 😆
Thanks. Your explanation was very through.
Another great vid.. thanks. My EN jus came to the dealer today so I’ll get it in a few days! This is def one of the things I’ll be doing to mine too.
Let’s goooo! It’s been a long journey for you lol
@@ENtense yes.. yes it has.. 🙄
Was anxiously waitin for this one.
Fantastic vid Brandon and certainly helps with my wiring ineptness. You made it seem pretty ez actually and I can’t wait to get mine back from Yasiel. I only sent it out yesterday, so may be a bit til I get it back, but the only cringy part of this having to deal with that damn brake light housing removal again after the LED swaps, UuGghH!!! I swore I’d never mess with it again, wrong! 😉
This mod tho is too awesome to not do and for me, not priced out of consideration at all. Lookin forward to implementing your instruction here once my reflector is back home.
Thnx B!!✌🏽🤙🏽
I was SUPER annoyed with knowing I had to remove the taillight again lol. However it was 100x easier this time around. When you watch the clip of me removing it in this video, that was my first attempt, no issues and it came right out. I feel that once you remove it once, it will come out easier the next time you take it out. You got this 👊🏻
@@ENtense yeah it seemed like u just got it off with some less hassle but glad to know it was your first attempt. Hopefully I’ll have same luck, that struggle was real man.✌🏽😉
Cool mod. I might do this on mine! Nice job.
Dang..looks good man. I have an Nline.
Thanx bro
Went and did it myself couple weeks back saved alot of money for same end product
Nice!
Ordered my Cyber grey 6MT April 4th, still waiting for delivery!! Supposed to be any day now. I have so many accessories already for the car. Lots because of you, thoroughly enjoy your videos!
Excited for you my friend, you’re going to absolutely love this car!
Is it being delayed because of the seatbelt recall? . i hope u get it soon ...only me and another guy owns an elantra N in my city, and i guess in the nearby cities.since i drive all over the place and i havent seen one except him driving it. I own the same color as on the video ,and he has the cyber grey and looks good ...nice color
Nope, I live in a province in eastern Canada under 1 million people total. So with shipping and availability only two of them are in the province so far!! I was told from the beginning late June or July. Sold my 2020 civic si coupe for this!! So pumped
amazing
WOOOHOOOOO got my performance blue!
Nice, congrats!
The N rules!!!
Very nice instructional video! It definitely looks much cooler and brighter w/ the brakes on. $90 is a bit steep though! I appreciate all your work on this channel.
Thanks for watching! Might not be for everyone but I do feel it’s worth it.
If you are handy you can make one for about $25.
@@MrDimond34 That's what I was thinking. The only thing I don't know about is how to make it flash when the brake is applied
@@dillonbaker6581 Ebay sells little brake flashing units. I got one on there and it flashes 4 times then goes solid.
@@MrDimond34 and that’s just spliced into the reflector light wires itself correct?
Where do I get that light? I love it! I couldn’t find it on your description
Cool..vidio👍💗🧡
The later model late 2022 23 has an led fog light fitted.
So only have to get a flasher module $7 eBay. Wire that to the brake wires and run down to the wires on the fog light.
Do you have a video showing how you applied the gold vinyl? I have a Cricut and want to do something similar to my 23 Hybrid Limited
honestly this was my only gripe about the elantra N in my opinion the veloster N and kona N by far have the coolest third break lights in the game i was a little sad when the elantra didnt get the same treatment but im glad you fixed it i own a veloster N myself i did the flasher module it just adds to that sweetness the only difference i see is when i break it does 4 flashes then its just soild through the whole break period
The module they used to make this just flashes a bit different then the VN. But he can also make it a basic brake light too if someone wanted it to be made like that. Either way it looks 100x better imo.
Maybe down the line if Yasiel can do a solid light instead of blinking; call me paranoid. Just got the Rally Armor flaps on, 6XTH catch can will be next, then maybe prop rods. Most important right now are rubberized official floor mats, and winter tires on plain steel rims. Gotta prioritize.
MPG update. My wife took the Elantra to BJ's, and did me a favor by filling it with their 91 with her discount. This was not a good thing. I don't know the methanol percentage in their gas, but since it's less energy dense than straight gas, I couldn't exceed 26.2 MPG. Once I burned through that tank and refilled with Shell 93, MPG went right back up to 36+. Lesson learned!
I’ll make mention to him about a solid light, but I can’t imagine it would be that hard for him to do if you requested it. I also have some floor mats coming this week, granted they were free but hey I’ll take it 😂.
And thanks for sharing that info about the gas, I typically stick with shell or sams 93, never used anything less. I’ll be sure to fill up at Shell before we go on our road trip this weekend 👍🏻
If you order from him, he can make it a solid brake light if you prefer, just talked to him 👍🏻
I had no idea it made such a difference using Premium vs Regular. The owners manual makes no mention of the pros of using Premium instead of Regular. So thank you for the info. Btw I only use Shell fuel in my cars for years. I will switch to Premium on the next tank! I also agree with you I would prefer the third brake light to stay steady as well! Btw is your Elantra N Manual or DCT?
@@masx1116 DCT. Wife can't drive manual, so it wasn't really a choice. That said, the DCT is so good I have no regrets at all.
Are there any other places to get that 4th brake light? N75 have been out for months.
Where did you get your n mud flaps. Been searching for them a while and cant find a site
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Hi to change out rear brake lights is it in inside when changing rear turn signals?
It's so sad that they don't make them anymore:( I tried ordering from your link, but they are out of stock. Do you know any other place I can get them?
Just to set the record straight as I put in the time researching it a few years back. Federally it is technically illegal in all states to have a flashing red light on anything but a emergency or police vehicle. There may also be more prohibitive local and state laws on the books that depending on local may be aggressively enforced or not. There is one major loophole and that's how the dealers can offer this type of device and install it in a lot of states. The devices they install are offered by a specific company and are not available to the average person. How they skate the laws is the they do not flash (turn on and off) but in actuality pulsate in a high low state never turning on and off but it creates a flashing effect. Not unlike the flashing effect you notice when videoing a LED light or a monitor. Just at a much slower state that the pulsation is visible to the human eye. The dealers push it because it has a huge markup and is good for their margins. Even then I can only imagine having to explain it and how it works if getting pulled over for it. IMO it's a silly and outdated law as it was put into place before we had the tech that we do now to control the flashing of any lights cheap and easily. Really doesn't present itself as impersonation of any type of emergency or police vehicle since it doesn't repeat the flashing over and over. In edition every study that has been done clearly shows how brake lights of this type can reduce accidents. In Europe most of the major auto manufacturers are starting to deploy something like this. I like Ford Europe's approach on some of their vehicles the 3rd brake light works as it does here but under certain perimeters one being a panic stop the G meter will trigger a series of flashes to indicate rapid deceleration and warn other drivers. No reason we can implement something like that here 90% of what's required is already in most vehicles yet the government forces the automakers to put TPMS in all vehicles! this would most likely prevent more accidents than under inflated tires! We are way behind in respect to headlights and tail lights compared to the Europeans. Don't even get me started on the whole amber and red marker requirements here in the states. All that said I have installed on in both my Elantra N and a similar setup in my Focus RS just added a switch inline so I can disable it for mandatory state inspection and when conditions require me to so I won't get hassled.
Can you do this on the Elantra n Line?
So is there a way to change the actual 3rd brake light up top? Seems kinda puny with it being incandescent
Looks good just wish it also worked with the running lights also and stayed on. I'm probably going to see if I can get one for my N-line, is that spot in the bumper removable like the N-lines is or os it molded into the bumper?
I don’t believe the N-line has this reflector. But it could easily be modified to be used as a running light if made that way.
The N-line doesn't come with the reflector but has a blank piece that is detachable. I believe I can order the N reflector then have it made and wire it in.
I don’t understand something, where is that bolt where i connect the ground wire is?
I want to do this but with the LED parking strip on the back....
This is awesome! I love this mod. I always see subarus with the mod near me. I need to get this on my EN. Question...is there a way to make it so it doesn't flash or is that just standard. Either way it looks great!
Yasiel might be able to make it so it’s just a solid light. Worth asking him!
@@ENtense awesome. Love the content!
Just talked to him, he said he could make it a solid brake light if you request it in the order 👍🏻
@@ENtense oh nice that's awesome! Thanks for the info!
Whilst I’m not a fan of having a brake light in this location as it can be quite bright to cars behind. My comment is that in some markets this is a light which functions as a rear fog light with a toggle switch on the light control stick
Would this also be able to be installed on a N Line ? 🤔
Hi!! Do you have the link of the 3rd light
In Australia, it's a fog light, not just a reflector
Mate thank you once again for your videos. Honestly I'm learning so much about this car through you. I only wish you was here in Sydney Australia and we go to track and all. Please book your next holiday to Sydney so we can go and play on tracks. I sold my Audi S5 but my partner has2020 BMW 135 X drive M Sports which has 302 HP so
it will be a good car to play with Hyundai N. Don't even book accommodation cause you will get a 5 star treat at my place for no charge - we are just a family of 3. I will give you my number if you are ok so I can call and discuss a few things about the car. Put it this way we can be good friends and I'm so happy meeting you online and learning good stuff about the N. As for this video I honestly think there is no need for any modification unless you go to tracks frequently. I tested it to my limit and as it is - it has too much power. With ESC it wheel hops when you go too hard and without ESC it spins and is a bit dangerous for normal roads so any modification would only be good for tracks.
I’m so glad you enjoy the videos my friend, I enjoy spreading any knowledge and info for others. And I really appreciate the kind gesture, I’d love to go to Australia one day. Although with having a family of 4 and with the way the economy is right now, it’s tough to go anywhere right now. Feel free to email me anytime or join our discord server, I’d love to chat anytime. Cheers my friend. entenseblue@gmail.com
Thanks for the great video!
Are brake lights illegal? It is a pity that we cannot install it because it is illegal in Korea.
Depends on where you live, but for the most part you won’t get bothered about it here in the US
Hi, what the diameter of the exhaust tip?
Hey hope you’re doing well ENtense, I just wanted to ask the hood struts bars is the carbon fiber (black) actual carbon fiber or is it hydrodipped? And is it easy to install the reflector brake light without a jackstand?
I wouldn’t get the CF hood struts, just go for the normal black. It’s just a plastic anyways, plus they’re a tad bit thicker and may actually cause fitment issues. Working with the seller on the issue. And you don’t need to lift the car at all to do the reflector, just have to be able to get under the car and be able to wrench a bit.
@@ENtense thanks! I appreciate it.
Can you share the Amazon link where you got your trunk deck lid spoiler?
It’s stock
My concern with it being a flashing red light could this be considered illegal?
This video is why I support your channel. Quick, informative, and I've been using your IB to see the mods before they go on mine 😅
Haha IB gang 👊🏻 And thanks for your support!
Shouldn’t be any issues with being legal, many dealerships offer a blinking 3rd brake light as a dealer installed option. I don’t think it’ll be an issue as it’s considering to be safer for drivers behind you to see and grab their attention when braking.
@@ENtense Cool! My biggest fear was officers considering the flashing red light to be illegal since it's used for emergency vehicles, but you do have a valid point.
Hi there! Im just curious, I have an Elantra n-line. Can I install this on mine or this only works on EN's since there is a slot? Thanks
I don’t believe the N-line has this reflector spot
Anyone buying the light from the email below, make sure you ask him to provide the nut/washer that is needed for the ground wire. My light came with 1 clamp & no nut/washer. Made my installation that much harder …
Pretty cool. And I’m not trying to tell anyone what to do with their car or their money. But to the best of my knowledge it’s illegal to have any flashing or spinning red lights anywhere on a civilian vehicle. If it didn’t flash it would be fine.
Might want to do some research on this, everything im researching is saying this is illegal because of the pulsating light, wonder if theres a way to make it solid light only
Many dealerships try to upsell to get you to install a flashing 3rd brake light, and overall it’s for safety for people to see that you’re braking and help get their attention. I did see mixed opinions online, but it really shouldn’t be an issue.
I gotta tend to agree, some bored, zealous cop might try to get me for impersonating an emergency vehicle; and the price is a touch steep.
Yeah, I don't know about constant flashing, the one I made pulses 3 or 4 times and then goes solid. I know those are legal.
That would of been perfect time to change out the rear signals for leds if you havnt
That’s a great point, I should have mentioned this. Thankfully mine are done already.
Where'd you get the retrofit kit?
Check the description to find Yasiel on IG 👍🏻
Hay we have the same car intense blue DCT I love my car and exhaust I have a question do you know how to with in eco mode with loud exhaust or do you know what fuse to move to leave it in loud mode
I don’t think it’s possible to adjust the exhaust in any mode except for N mode. Each mode will sound a bit different, but I am unaware of any fuse to pull to keep it loud.
Where did you get that third brake light from and when will you give away the hood blue strut away?
@@johnwest5510 check the description below the video, he linked the guys Facebook and Instagram to contact him for the light 🙂
Is it brighter than the Brake lights inperson?
I would say the same brightness. Doesn’t stand out to the point where it’s obnoxious, just looks REALLY good 👍🏻
You should debadge the back or smoke those taillight out some would be sick
Perhaps, I’ll consider it 😁
can i do this to the NLine 2022?
The N-line doesn’t have this reflector on it unfortunately.
Where I can find this light?
Yasiel on IG makes and ships them, his info is in the description 😁
You should do a gas mileage video. I’m seeing some really varied accounts. I trust you and would appreciate the info.
I’ll try to get something like that done, with how little highway driving I do it’s tough sometimes.
So you added a fourth brake light! There is already a third brake light in the rear glass. At 12:52 you can see it.
Yeah I know you’re right, I just worded it weirdly lol. 👌🏻
Why does it flash like that? Is it meant to do that?
It is meant to do that. There will probably be different opinions on why. You could say to grab the drivers attention behind you when braking, or you could say it’s a “style” thing.
Not looking grounded? Blinker
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How do I get in touch with yaisel?
His IG is in the description 👍🏻
FYI. It's illegal in some state. Maybe all of them.
What state u live in?
Michigan
Where to buy?
Check the link, look for Yasiel on IG
185$ 😳
I wish I can afford this car😭
One day 🙏🏻
Is it legal?
Yes
Dont like the flashing at the beginning :(
He can make it as a solid brake light too if you prefer.
@@ENtense good news!
I dont get the silly triangle reflectors design fad everyone is using. In most cars it does not fit the design aesthetic. The Elantra being such a car, it looks tacked on as if to say "me too". Those crimp connectors are terrible in the long run. I'd recommend not using them. They are not waterproof and work thier was loose over time giving you an intermittent connection and allowing corrosion to get into the wire. I like your direct approach to videos though, I watch but xdont even own that year Elantra. Lol
You know you can just tie it in before, no need to pull the light
Not where those wires are actually. Unless you cut the harness behind the trunk panel, which might not be safe to do.
@@ENtense He's right, you really could. I just did this install and I pulled the light just to run the wire easier, but if you look at the red wire it does go straight into the wire harness. You could tap it just inside the cover that you pop off.
The fact that almost every single car on the road has an led third brake no matter it’s age, but a brand new 2022 doesn’t is so beyond me, who let that slide. Halogen brakes lights and turn signal is also really a big let down.
It has a 3rd light in the rear glass, this is a 4th light.
bro is really trying to charge people $175 for a simple LED light & wire run