The Best Ambient Lighting Kit Money Can Buy - Full DIY Install
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- Опубликовано: 29 дек 2024
- In this video, I take on the challenge of installing custom ambient lighting in my BMW E60 5 series. I'll guide you through every step, ensuring that you gain the expertise needed to tackle this project independently at home, without the need for professional help.
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So i have an e60 bmw 550i, i just want lighting for all four door cards and the and across the dashboard. Which option should i choose..? Thanks
Did you look at the web site? It has the different light options there. The 10 in 1 will be your closest match. @MingeShagger
I've been a service technician for over 40 years ,Yea I know i'm old but i do own a BMW M5 and this video is just going to make my installation so much more easier , Great Job !
*** FINALLY *** This was the best ambient video explained in full detail! I seen others and it was like a secret they were keeping 😂! Thanks for the information ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
After watching so many sloppy install vids, its refreshing to see someone actually take the time to remove panels and do it correctly. Nice work, looks clean and tight.
"Yes Master" is crazy 😂
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Right 😂😂😂
I learn too much from two of your videos you deserve a follow 😭
So detailed it helped me get everything I needed before I installed it into my own car. One trouble I had though was I had to feed my own wires to the back doors as my car didn’t have any positive terminals
Very detail!! Power sources and voltage are those many didn't know. Can tell you are a good life partner.
The silverholder kit looks pretty high quality. Thanks for the plug.
Thank you so much! Best video i found so far!
Won t do it to my brand new car, because it would void the warranty. I really wish to now, seeing how easy it really is!
Thank you!
Great step by step DIY, de pinning the connector is definitely the way to go
Very tastefully done. 🥰 Looks like it was installed by the manufacturer.
Really appreciate it, will be paying someone to do it for me
8:16 No need to de-pin or drill holes for the doors, make a slit on the backside and then push the led strip through from there.. saves loads of time.
That’s a great idea! I never even thought of that.
Slit it where ? Exactly
Down the crack.
Can you explain it like im 5 , im new to this stuff and im trying to set up a kit i bought without putting holes
anyone reading this do not take this advice just make the hole and depin it takes no time to do
Done mine looks Amazing
Very good video. Easy instalation when i see your video. 👌👌
Great edit at the start, wow
Your videos are as good quality as ChrisFix, keep up the great work!
Great video, was looking for a closer look to this kit before buying and you gave me that.
Hey man great explanation, one question - do the lights remember their state when turning off and on again? For example, if I choose red color, when I turn off the car and turn it on, does it turn on as red instantly, or do I have to set it again to red and it has some kind of default lighting at startup?
Yes! It remembers what color/mode you previously set it to.
@@TheAutoSurgeon amazing cheers
Def gonna buy this kit. Looks like the best quality and has all the things I wanted bundled into one. Thanks!
thanks just bought mines i’m a cadillac guy but i love the bmw and benz for they’re led interior set up if this lights my car up like that 😂😂
Great explanation for the video! For the storage bin area, why you placed the light in the sidewall instead the middle ceiling area? Maybe it would brighten the whole storage if the light is placed in the middle ceiling area? Thanks a lot!!
I think it was because there wasn’t good enough access to drill the hole on the top of the storage area. If you have space on your car, it would be nice to install it on the top.
Can’t wait till I install this kit on my car 😆😆
Great upgrade for only $70
What if I dont have ambient lights? I connect the doors to the window switch? Do you know which wire is positive and which negative?
You would have to test the wires using a multimeter!
instead of tapping into the cigarette lighter why not use a FUSE Tap and tap into the fuse for the Cigarette lighter. the Fuse Tap is much cleaner install.
Excellent Video and very detailed. This video inspired me to try installing this kit myself.
Great point! However, the fuse for the cigarette lighter is in the trunk of the car. You would have to run a wire from the fuse box to the front dash if you were to use a fuse tap. The cigarette lighter is a fused connection regardless, and I’d actually argue that it’s a cleaner install than running a 6 foot wire from the trunk.
Bummer, your car has the fuse at the rear. My vehicle has it up front under steering wheel. Now it makes sense why you tapped up front. Thanks for the clarification
I just purchased a set of these and Damm I'm afraid to get started tearing my 23 suburban apart lol
Awesome! Don’t be nervous, only thing you have to be mindful of is removing the panels and drilling into them. Just take extra care when doing so and you’ll be just fine!
damn i gotta drill holes in the car damn i just got it, i ain’t know that and i just bought the kit smh
@@deeray6912same here 😂 im looking into installing these lights on my new car but damn 😮💨
how does the sub controller communicate with the main controller? simply as soon as I give it power and all the sub controllers connect to the main controller?
Yes, exactly. As soon as they have power, they’ll turn on. But if the main controller is powerless, the sub controllers will stay off since there is no wireless signal indicating the controllers to turn on.
Excellent job
Nice tutorial! Question, when connecting to the white wire does that make the light appear only when its dark outside ? If not do you know how to make them turn on automatically when its "night time" if you know what i mean. Best regards
Yes, the white wire on the cigarette lighter in the video. That is on my car though, it might be different for yours. You just need to find a power source that’s on when the headlights are on. For example, if you have some factory ambient lighting, you can tap into that since it’s only on at night.
I just bought me a Supra MK5 and I love ambient lightings. Would this installation work for me?
Yes, it’s a universal kit!
Hey I have these lights and just installed them. What is the app called for the lights? My package didn’t come with any instructions and I can’t find it online
You can use “Magic Lantern” on the App Store.
I tried 3 different apps, and none of them were able to find the main module!
@@MingeShaggerdid this app work for you. I’m ordering them.
@Chillaxinfishingnj The app that actually works is called RNGCAR but only works on iOS.
Looks very cool
Perfect 😎thanks for video
Best detailed video !
Very good work!
Brother, Is it possible to use the rest of the led strip after cut it? I’m curious about it 😢
You can! However, you’ll have to solder new wires and connectors onto the strip-it’s a very tedious process.
You ever do this to a Dodge RAM? I really like this work. I'm a subscriber now!!!
I haven’t, but it should be a similar, if not easier install. Thank you for subscribing!
Great Video! is there a way to add a switch to turn off the lights when you do not want them on?
Yes! You can just add a switch to the main controller‘s power harnesses. You can also turn them on and off using the app.
Nice video. Where did you get the logo lights that shine down from he doors when they are open?
Just off Amazon!
@TheAutoSurgeon since you installed these lights have you had any issues with them, or anything you would have done differently? I just ordered some lights from your link. Hopefully you still get a little kick back from it.
Amazing video!
Great video, do you think there is anyway to add a physical on off switch or button?
Yes, absolutely. Put the switch in-line with the main controller’s power supply. Since the sub controllers don’t turn on without a signal from the main controller, if the main controller doesn’t have power, the sub controllers will also be off.
@@TheAutoSurgeonperfect exactly what I was thinking of doing.
Looks good 🔥, I thought about doing this on my e92 but decided to do a starlights for lighting. Just received my kit in the mail.
My next video is going to be on a starlight headliner, stay tuned!
Thanks so much!
I just wanted to know, how did you install the extra one? Did it need a new module? How did you go about the wiring and getting it all to link up?
Which extra one are you referring to? The one under the radio controls? That one I just plugged directly into the main control module. The modules have multiple slots so that you can plug in multiple LEDs.
@TheAutoSurgeon awesome! Thanks for that! I've just installed a kit after watching your video! I'm trying to work out that if I bought another kit, if those modules will connect to the same main controller as the others!
Someone else asked me the same question, honestly I don’t know the answer 100%. But I’d imagine it would connect-reach out to the company and they should be able to confirm.
@@TheAutoSurgeon you've been a great help! I appreciate your help, so much!!! I'll check back in with you and let you know how I go!
@@TheAutoSurgeon it works!
when you start the car does it always boot up with rgb colors or will it turn on with the color you set it to last? I’m not a fan of the rgb boot especially if it did it every time id turn on the car
You can turn off the startup animation through the app!
Thanks for the great video!
As I want to install it on a small car without a soft ambiant dome light, would it be possible to use the storage lights for this purpose or are the LED's to bright?
Yes, absolutely! It can be done. If you find that they are too bright, you can always turn down the brightness through the app. It can go very dim, so you’ll definitely be able to find a brightness that’ll work.
@@TheAutoSurgeon Great! Thanks for your quick reply.
Quick question, how do you turn off the “hello master” audio anytime u turn on the car? Thnx
I’ve got no idea, I don’t think you can. That’s why I didn’t install the speaker that came with the kit, it’s kind of pointless since the microphone doesn’t work that well either.
at the beginning of work, was the power turned off? If not, did the Airbag or other signals appear?
I had my battery connected to test for power with the door panels off. For my car, the airbag light gets reset when you disconnect the battery for ~10minutes and reconnect. I’m not 100% sure if yours will do the same as some people report they need to use a scanner to get rid of it.
Thank you for sharing video,can you cut anywhere stripe ?
Yes! You can cut the strips anywhere.
I ordered the kit but haven’t received a confirmation or anything how long does it take to get?
So what wire should I tap in for it to work on auto I only leave my lights on that setting
If you want the lights to turn on automatically at night, tap into any factory ambient lighting for the main control module.
@@TheAutoSurgeonso i tap red to red and black to brown correct ?
Bro from where you take power for steering wheel leds?
I have a full DIY video on my channel for the steering wheel with all of the wiring!
Hi can i connect more than 4 sub controllers. Like if i buy same light kit again can they be synced to first main controller
I’m not too sure. From what I understand, it should work. I’d recommend reaching out to the company to confirm.
Does this sync to music? And does this have a rainbow effect mode?
Yes to both
Hey bro, how are the lights are so far?
Whats your review on this kit.
Any issues you faced with brightness level or colors?
They’ve been great so far, no issues at all!
I’ve got the bmw e60 front passenger side won’t light up I’m guessing it hasn’t got 12v power in the door switches, driver side and dash is fine just can’t get any of the other 3 doors to light up
I responded to your previous comment
Looks great, nice guide.
you in toronto? because that's clean work
You swapped the front door ones out for 43 inches and used the 29" that came with the kit for rear doors correct? 29" for front doors are too short for same installation as yours no?
Yes, I got 2 additional 43” strips for the front doors. The 29” were way too short. The 29” ones that came in the kit fit the rear doors perfectly.
@@TheAutoSurgeonperfect, thank you, keep doing tasty mods for e60
Changed my cars interior wow. I followed your tutorial step by step. Although one of the lights are going in the opposite direction do you know that might be?
Awesome! Make sure the connector is facing the same way for each strip. So, if you’re doing the doors, the connectors should be facing the front of the car.
I have the dash wired up perfect and the drivers side door wired perfect the passenger door is giving me a hard time the only power I can get is the puddle lights and they only turn on when the door is open, the window switch seems to not have enough power, I’ve tested each module Ona battery and all leds work the door just doesn’t give enough power I’m guessing because it doesn’t have as many switches as the driver door? U got any suggestions mate I’m going insane lol
Invest in a multimeter. You can find them extremely cheap, ~$15. Using the multimeter, test each pin/wire for power and it’ll help you determine which one has 12v while the car is running! You should be able to find at least one power source, but in the case that you can’t, you’ll have to manually run a wire with the factory harness from the cabin into the door - this sound scarier than it really is. Just make sure it’s running exactly the same as the factory wiring going into the door, otherwise it may snag or tear.
How do you connect the rear footwell lights to the subconnector?
All 4 footwell lights are powered using just one connector that connects to the main controller. You run each wire separately, but it’s all attached to the same harness.
The app you use for the ambient lighting?
It’s called “Magic Lantern” on the App Store!
Where do u ground it and did you split any wires for the 12v power?
Shows exactly what I did in the video, not sure what you’re asking.
That’s amazing wow 😱
c63 ambient install next
Is it possible to hook it up to a physical switch for turning on and off? Would like to be able to turn it on and off myself but don't really like app controls for car stuff
Yes! In that case, you would just run a physical switch for the power to the main controller. If the main controller doesn’t have power, the sub controllers don’t turn on either because there is no wireless signal to tell them to ‘turn on.’
Hi great job I wanted to ask a couple of questions. I would like to connect the sub controllers in the doors to the window button lights but the cables are thin. Since the sub controllers depend on the main controller, can they also be connected to any positive in the door? the question is whether they can absorb even when they are turned off
Wait, can we talk about your gauge cluster? I'm not a BMW expert, but that doesn't look stock? Am I wrong? If it's 3rd party, where can I get that?
I have a full video on my channel regarding the gauge cluster! It’s probably one of my favourite modifications I’ve done to the car.
@@TheAutoSurgeon thanks for the response! I did end up checking out your channel and I saw the video on it. It looks fantastic! I drive a 2019 Mazda 3 hatch. Unfortunately I cannot find any custom gauge clusters that looks nearly as good as yours. Sick build. Keep it up mate.
hi, ik this video is a year old but I’m using it to install my ambient lights. I connected it to the ambient lighting but it only comes on during night. Is there any way to get around this?
You need to double check the power source. What did you tap into? If you tapped into factory ambient lighting, like I did in the video, it’ll only turn on when your headlights turn on, at night. If your door lights are connected to a constant 12v supply, change the power source for the main controller, maybe that one is connected to your factory ambient lighting power. Change it to a constant (always on when the car is on) power source and it’ll be on at all times.
Master I respect you
Which kit did you get which should i get just for the doors and dash
I got the 18 in one! You’ll just need the 10 in one for the doors and dash.
Hello, it's possible to have the ambiant lighting without the headlight ? In daytime I would like to have the lighting too
Yes! You would have to find a power source in your door that is on while the car is in accessory mode.
@@TheAutoSurgeon Do you know what cable I could find my 12v DC on after contact?
I’m not sure, you will have to check them with a multimeter.
Cant wait to upgrade my car
Yo so I’m having 2 problems. After I turn the car on, the lighting turns on for 5 secs maybe and then turns off. Doesn’t show up on the app as well. Second being the ends of the light strips where it was cut, it usually is bleeds red. How can i fix that or make it less noticeable
Are you running the LED ones or the fibre optic ones? I haven’t noticed any bleeding from the LED ones, so I’m not too sure. You can probably put a piece of black electrical tape on the end to prevent the light from bleeding. In regards to the lights turning on and back off, it sound like it’s an issue with the power. To test if the lights themselves are bad, hook up the power straight to a 9v battery and see if they turn off after 5 seconds. If they work fine, it’s likely the power source, try tapping into a different power source in your car. Hopefully that helps!
@@TheAutoSurgeon using LEDs. Yeah where i cut them its red no matter what color i choose. So that turning off after 5 sec issues went away after i drove the car again later tonight. Not sure what happened lol. But atm only the bleeding issue. Could a black tint tape also work?
Yeah, tint tape should probably work fine! It’s also possible that you just cut the strip at an awkward angle/place. Maybe try cutting off another mm. It’s could be that you cut directly on a specific point of an LED where only the red light shines. But again, I haven’t had this issue so I’m not 100% sure!
@@TheAutoSurgeon okay i figured out the issue, when i have the lights setting wheel near the steering wheel set to automatic, the leds dont work during the day but work at night. And when i set it to any other option on that other than automatic it works totally fine
Which kit did you buy? They have a lot of options. Between 2 in 1, up to 16 in 1. What do those mean?
I installed the 18 in 1 kit which comes with everything shown in the video (dash, door panel, door handle, storage area, and footwell lights). The other kits just have less parts. For example, the 2 in 1 only includes 2 light strips for the dash, the 10 in 1 kit includes everything except for the door handle and storage area lights.
If I don't have the cigarette lighter in front of me, where do you think I could get the power to the main controller?
You may have a fuse box in your glovebox, you can use something called a ‘fuse tap’ to tap into an existing circuit and piggyback the power from it. It’s a very simple device, I’m posting a new video today in a few hours and It’ll include using a fuse tap.
do you have any idea why my passenger door lights don't come on, but they have 13.25V?
I connected them to the window controller, but nothing. Do you have any ideas?
Is the main controller wired in and powered on? The sub controllers don’t turn on unless the main controller is on and sends a signal to the sub controllers to turn on.
@TheAutoSurgeon yes the main controller is wired and working but the one in the passenger door is not
Can u connect the wires to a fuse?
As long as you tap into an already fused power source, you don’t need to use another fuse. But yes, you can install an extra one if desired, it is redundant tho. If you’re directly tapping into the battery for power, then a fuse is required to run it safely.
do you know how to turn off the initial animation?
Yes, in the app that the kit uses, click the icon in the top right corner and there should be an option that says “startup animation” - just toggle that off
if you tap the factory ambient light for the secondary modules they wont turn on until you have your headlights on?
Yes, that is correct. If you want them to be on on the morning too (with your headlights off) I think you can tap the power from the window motor.
@@TheAutoSurgeon A youtuber (garage 88) tried using the power window motor but came up with dash warning his car was an e91 because the submodule drained too much power.
Does the E60 have this issue?
The windows are inoperable when the car is off, so I’d imagine there isn’t any power going to the window regulator while the car is off. I’m not 100% sure, you would have to test each wire with a multimeter.
@@jonot8547have to make sure that the amp output on the power source is 12v as that is what the kit requires... If it is less than that then that can cause problems
@@treeezy1472I think the LEDS amp draw is super low, you can almost take the power from anywhere
Is there any a small korean car light system the one you install in E60
I’m not sure what you mean, can you please elaborate?
Same lights you installed in car, but it fit for korean small cars
This kit can be installed in any car. You can cut the LED strip to size, it’s universal!
Hello! This looks awesome. I wish to get such kit.
Is there any similar in europe? I can't find any.
If there isn't, would it be possible to get them from US somehow? Can you help in any way?
You can probably find it on eBay or Aliexpress, search for “Symphony Bead LED Kit.” Most ship from China so they should be able to ship it to Europe!
(www.ebay.ca/itm/155508914660?mkcid=16&mkevt=1&mkrid=711-127632-2357-0&ssspo=aVCgQjc1TIC&sssrc=4429486&ssuid=&var=455748117198&widget_ver=artemis&media=COPY )- Something like this.
@@TheAutoSurgeon interesting. Okey, thank you!!!
Hi , please let me know what is the steering wheel? i need one , thanks
Check my other video!
Iv just done the ambient lights to my car but they keep changing colours will not stay on the colour I chose
Which app are you using?
@@TheAutoSurgeon iv tryed magic lantern and iv tryed magic car light
Are you using some other sort of Bluetooth device in your car? Maybe an FM transmitter or something like that? That could be causing an interference with the signal.
I got mine bro it mine doesn’t want to turn off and I connect to the nuetral to tap into the car what should I do
For your main controller, you need to tap into a power source that is only on when the car is on. Check your fuse box and test some fuses to see which one has power when the car is on. Then, use a fuse tap to wire in power for the main controller.
Fire video, which kit is this? 10 in 1, 18 in 1, or 2 in 1?
It’s the 18 in 1 kit!
@@TheAutoSurgeon ok thank you so much
U the best soo far.can it be installed in Toyota yaris
Yes, of course!
Thanks
cant wait until i have a car so i can buy this for it
Do you know if this would drain my battery on my 2006 civic?
It depends completely how you wire the power for these lights! Make sure when you’re wiring, you find a power source, especially for the main controller, that only has power when the key is in the on position. This will ensure that your battery won’t drain overnight!
Hi i Need your help how you putet Kabel in the door I tried but it worked not thnkas
I can try to help you out, but I need some clarification on what you’re asking! What cable are you trying to put through?
Guys. I just installed my ambient lights, but after 5 minutes the led strip doesn’t work -on the dashboard , only the half working, I have no idea why, any advice guys?! Thx also the application as well, I can not change anything
It could be a faulty strip, contact the company and I’m sure they’ll be happy to send you a replacement!
looks good
Which one did you purchase? The 2 in 1, the 10 in 1 or the 18 in 1?
It’s the 18 in 1 kit!
Nice. I’m driving a 2019 Lexus es300 hybrid. Two questions:
- the es I would assume is a longer car than the one here. I want the 4 doors, my dash, and the 4 foot wells lit up only. What would you recommend I buy?
- would the hardwiring on hybrids be any different based on voltage?
My app need some sort of reset. Colors dont mach on the wheel color. How I reset app
Try using the “Magic Lantern” app. It’s much better than the one on the QR code in the box. If you’re already using that app, I think they just put an update out for it!
@@TheAutoSurgeon is the one Im using. Magic Lantern for interior SymponyLed. For exterior (LowGlow is MagicLed)... might there be a way to work all lights in one App?
Where can you buy it?
Hi
Is sub controller connect with main controller with cable
Nope, the sub controllers connect wirelessly to the main controller.
@@TheAutoSurgeon thanks
What app does this kit use?
There are a few different compatible apps, but the best one I’ve found is called Magic Lantern on the App Store.
Change your door lights, these are most cheapest one already fully faded out 😂 , ambient lights are ok 👌🏼 but in long term test them cuz these are gen 1 from controller in can see. Gen 3 controller is best so far now
Which door light do you mean? The door handle or the storage area one? It’s been working great so far, whats the difference between the first gen and 3rd gen controllers? I didn’t know there were different versions.
@@TheAutoSurgeon door lights ( puddles lights ) M logo one M is already 99% Faded . Gen One controllers are Black which you can find in now very cheap Gen 2 are transparent one and the now gen 3 Orange controllers those are expensive but really good like communication problems with your cellphone app connection time and as well as sync between all door controllers like when you change color they will change together with in mili seconds gen 1 long trem use can’t sync properly when changing color through app and as well as connection not fast as before. 60% customers complain so gen 2 came out then gen 3 came out ( at present)
The M logo puddle lights were off of Amazon, they’re not part of the kit. But that’s interesting to know. I haven’t had an issue with this ambient lighting kit yet, the app connection and synchronization is solid, from my experience.
Where have u bought the carbon interior parts?
I made them myself using a carbon fibre skinning technique. I’ll be making a video on the process this upcoming summer!
How much you spend for these light
Check the link in the video description!
Does this light strip require a permit if used beyond the Pride Month?
😂😂