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Old 30th October 2015, 01:44 PM
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Default Reversing lights.

Having owned the D2 for a year and a half now, I find very few things that I think 'that could be better' or 'I don't like that'. Generally, it seems to be a great motor all round.

However...... we're currently undergoing a major project at home, meaning there's a skip, building materials and a toilet where I normally turn round outside my house. This means I now reverse all the way down my shared drive, about 60metres ish with a sweeping bend. Big overhanging trees and my neighbours reluctance to spend money on electricty mean it's pitch black and I can't see a blooming thing! I've tried my rear fogs and dabbing the brake lights helps, but basically the D2 reversing lights are terrible. Anyone else feel this way? Any suggestions to correct it? I won't spend much money on it as the drive will very soon be back to normal. I've also invested in a large new PIR security light for the front access.
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Old 30th October 2015, 02:35 PM
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I think they're OK, but my other car is a Ford Focus... (nuff said, one single candle down at floor level!)
Plus I always drive in forwards and reverse out with my foot usually on the brake to slow it down - all down to the geometry of access, better and safer that way.
Plenty of LED upgrades available, try those.
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1998 (very early) Ford Focus 1.8 Zetec; ABS/TCS, Heated screen/mirrors, Aircon, Auto-dim mirror, Leather, Trip computer, Cruise control, OEM Ford SatNav with CD changer.
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Old 30th October 2015, 07:38 PM
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There was another thread on here a few months back discussing LED upgrades for these, and at the time I thought the prices being quoted for two LED bulbs was rather expensive.

I live in the back of beyond, so when it's dark it's dark, so I decided to go onto AliExpress and see what they had on offer. Amongst the hundreds on offer, I ended up getting the following ones for around £10 for two:

http://www.aliexpress.com/item/White...402478501.html

They make a vast difference now, so can definitely recommend the LED upgrade path.
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My DIY jobs - Replaced alarm horn, Replaced Coolant Temp sensor, Updated RNS-D firmware, Installed Reversing Camera and Digital TV, Dashcam Installation, Retrofitted Rear Blinds, Auto-Dimming Rear View Mirror, Chrome Boot Struts

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Old 1st November 2015, 05:41 PM
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I've just ordered a pair anyway.
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2016 Volvo V40 T5 Cross Country (4WD) with ALL the toys including adaptive cruise etc. etc. Osmium Grey with Blonde/Charcoal leather interior. Polestar performance "optimisation". (A much rarer model than a D2 S8 by the way!) Oh, and a brand new engine at just under 30,000 miles on the factory one!
Finally: gone, but not forgotten.....
1998 D2 PF S8. AgateGrey/Platinum. Every option (I think) except electric rear seats, tiptronic steering wheel, ski hatch, towbar & dimming door mirrors.
e.g. Cruise control, NavPlus/TV, Bose, GSM, Xenons, Solar roof, Parking sensors, Alcantara/leather everywhere of course. (internal dimming mirror added later)
1998 (very early) Ford Focus 1.8 Zetec; ABS/TCS, Heated screen/mirrors, Aircon, Auto-dim mirror, Leather, Trip computer, Cruise control, OEM Ford SatNav with CD changer.
And before that a lot of Rover 800s, a few oddities, a lovely Triumph Dolomite 1850HL with Overdrive and way back in my schooldays an Austin Seven aka Mini 850!
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Looks promising. I think I'll order some also. Thanks.
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Quick question - don't I need the CANBUS version for my D2? Will these not show up as faulty?
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Doubt it, but if you wait I'll let you know how mine work.
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2016 Volvo V40 T5 Cross Country (4WD) with ALL the toys including adaptive cruise etc. etc. Osmium Grey with Blonde/Charcoal leather interior. Polestar performance "optimisation". (A much rarer model than a D2 S8 by the way!) Oh, and a brand new engine at just under 30,000 miles on the factory one!
Finally: gone, but not forgotten.....
1998 D2 PF S8. AgateGrey/Platinum. Every option (I think) except electric rear seats, tiptronic steering wheel, ski hatch, towbar & dimming door mirrors.
e.g. Cruise control, NavPlus/TV, Bose, GSM, Xenons, Solar roof, Parking sensors, Alcantara/leather everywhere of course. (internal dimming mirror added later)
1998 (very early) Ford Focus 1.8 Zetec; ABS/TCS, Heated screen/mirrors, Aircon, Auto-dim mirror, Leather, Trip computer, Cruise control, OEM Ford SatNav with CD changer.
And before that a lot of Rover 800s, a few oddities, a lovely Triumph Dolomite 1850HL with Overdrive and way back in my schooldays an Austin Seven aka Mini 850!
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I have some of those in my reverse light slots.

Would definitely recommend them
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Quick question - don't I need the CANBUS version for my D2? Will these not show up as faulty?
They don't show up any errors, but need to be put in the correct way to work. A bit like the LEDs for the interior lights. Advise is to fit the bulb and try it before refitting to car.
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My DIY jobs - Replaced alarm horn, Replaced Coolant Temp sensor, Updated RNS-D firmware, Installed Reversing Camera and Digital TV, Dashcam Installation, Retrofitted Rear Blinds, Auto-Dimming Rear View Mirror, Chrome Boot Struts

Sold! 2008 S8 D3 5.2 V10 - Engine: BSM, Gearbox:KLW, Colour:LY7F Suzuka Grey Pearl Effect, Interior:Black/Black with Silver/Black valcona leather with carbon atlas inserts, Bang & Olufsen, Heated windscreen, Soft-close doors, TV, DAB, AMI, Quad Zone, Auto Boot, Auto dim Mirrors, Keyless entry, PDC with rearview camera, AFS II Headlights

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There was another thread on here a few months back discussing LED upgrades for these, and at the time I thought the prices being quoted for two LED bulbs was rather expensive.

I live in the back of beyond, so when it's dark it's dark, so I decided to go onto AliExpress and see what they had on offer. Amongst the hundreds on offer, I ended up getting the following ones for around £10 for two:

http://www.aliexpress.com/item/White...402478501.html

They make a vast difference now, so can definitely recommend the LED upgrade path.
Thanks for the info, just ordered some. Now I have to wait a month or so with the slow boat from China lol.
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