HID's work, DP doesnt

Justin@DP-Tuner · Nov 3, 2012

An issue like this could happen with any HID kit. This does not sound like an RF issue with the HID's and chip though since it is an F8 which uses a knob instead of the digital switch. It sounds like a possible connection issue at the ECM. I'm sure anyone from DP would be happy to help you troubleshoot though.

bruce · Nov 3, 2012

Strokerguy said:
Oh... ****. Just read your signature. What HID kit are you using? I got all my lights from RECON. Running HID low beams, and Fog lights.... Not a single issue.

You also have a 6.7 so this don't really pertain to you. But i think the op has a connection issue not an interference issue

brian89 · Nov 3, 2012

The keys were on the center console

SDstroker · Nov 3, 2012

I would call DP and run threw their check list. How is the chip connection with the PCM? Good battery cables and the grounds are grounding?

Arisley · Nov 3, 2012

I just went through and cleaned up this thread. Lets help the OP, not bash on one of the vendors that keep this site up and running.

OP. glad the keys were out. That eliminates that possibility. Try pulling the PCM. Cleaning the contacts with some contact cleaner. Same with the chip. Also clean the switch pins. See if that helps.

Justin@DP-Tuner · Nov 3, 2012

Arisley said:
I just went through and cleaned up this thread. Lets help the OP, not bash on one of the vendors that keep this site up and running.

OP. glad the keys were out. That eliminates that possibility. Try pulling the PCM. Cleaning the contacts with some contact cleaner. Same with the chip. Also clean the switch pins. See if that helps.

Yep, those would be on the list to do to fix this. Also, make sure the wiring harness that goes into the ECM is completely in and none of the pins are bent.

brian89 · Nov 7, 2012

Alright i cleaned connections on both and left it dry, when i put it back together i made sure it was tight and put a small amout od dielectric grease on and still nothing

SouthFlstrokin' · Nov 7, 2012

Brian,

Have you tried the chip with your hids pulled from the truck?

If so, what happened?

brian89 · Nov 7, 2012

I unhooked the ground but I'm guessing that didn't cut power completly since they still were connected to the headlight socket

Jarrod B · Nov 7, 2012

are your retros analog or digital?

SouthFlstrokin' · Nov 7, 2012

You need to completely remove your ballast then install the chip.

Sounds like your chip is fried.....

brian89 · Nov 7, 2012

Digital, ok ill try that

Jarrod B · Nov 7, 2012

i had an issue with my digital ddm hids with my abs. but my analog ddms which sits on the abs deal doesnt freak it out.

brian89 · Nov 7, 2012

Pulled ballasts, they are sitting in the back seat, chip still is not working, even pulled it out and back in

Jarrod B · Nov 7, 2012

chip is bad. remove it and go to another chip.

JDub · Nov 7, 2012

brian89 said:
Pulled ballasts, they are sitting in the back seat, chip still is not working, even pulled it out and back in

If you want to send the chip in, we'd be happy to inspect it and see if it can be repaired. You can fill out a HelpDesk ticket on our website or call us and we can handle it over the phone.

We've seen aftermarket HID systems cause some weird issues with these trucks. The interference they put off can affect a bunch of things you wouldn't think about. Had one customer that was even getting intermittent signal issues with his CPS when the HID's were turned on causing strange RPM readings to the PCM...

SouthFlstrokin' · Nov 7, 2012

Yep your chip is fried.

Jarrod B · Nov 7, 2012

SouthFlstrokin' said:
Yep your chip is fried.

"baked" is more healthy.

SouthFlstrokin' · Nov 7, 2012

Jarrod B said:
"baked" is more healthy.

LOL

True, grilled is healthier...

But blackened tastes better

brian89 · Nov 7, 2012

Jacob@DP-Tuner said:
If you want to send the chip in, we'd be happy to inspect it and see if it can be repaired. You can fill out a HelpDesk ticket on our website or call us and we can handle it over the phone.

We've seen aftermarket HID systems cause some weird issues with these trucks. The interference they put off can affect a bunch of things you wouldn't think about. Had one customer that was even getting intermittent signal issues with his CPS when the HID's were turned on causing strange RPM readings to the PCM...

I emailed Diane and was waiting for Jody to get back to me, i was actually going to trade my current chip in for an Infinity dx but i don't really have the cash for that at the moment, but i will email Diane back and just see about getting mine fixed, Thank you