How To: Front Light Bar on Lightning Pro

[jamesb93612]

I had the same issue, but it was because the used light bar I bought on eBay was missing a pin in the connector. Fortunately, I was able to return it for a refund. The next light bar I ordered worked perfectly.

it may not help you, but checking the connector is a quick and easy thing to confirm.

That is ultimately what I was thinking based on the open circuit code. Unfortunately, I am outside of my return period for the Ebay one, but since they are relatively cheap, I ordered an OEM new one from Ford and will try that. I really appreciate your response.

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[Firn]

That is ultimately what I was thinking based on the open circuit code. Unfortunately, I am outside of my return period for the Ebay one, but since they are relatively cheap, I ordered an OEM new one from Ford and will try that. I really appreciate your response.

Let me know if you are looking to off-load the non-working one, I might be interested as a project.

 

[abel408]

HELP! I ran into some issues during the firmware upgrade and now my driver's side headlight doesn't work. The firmware seemed to be installing fine until it hit an error "Loading Firmware Failed" and "Service Procedure has been interrupted".

I attempted to install the firmware again, but when I select the "LDCMA Module firmware update" in forscan, it says the following:

Unable to identify the Module
FORScan was unable to indentify this module, but found some compatible assemblies by hardware number.

And I can select the following:
NL7A-13B626-CG
NL7A-13B626-DG

Not sure what to select and risk making things worse... Any help is much appreciated!

EDIT: Looks like it would be the CG module. If I load my profile, it finds it stored in my profile and I am able to upgrade the firmware. Unfortunately, each time I upgrade, I get the same result. I've attached a screenshot here.


SOLVED! It was the OBD2 Scanner I was using. I was using the ELM327, which isn't fully supported by forscan. When using a supported scanner, the firmware upgrade went through without any issues!

 

[bmwhitetx]

You might want to add the year your truck is to your profile

If you haven't already, disconnect and reconnect to FORScan but don't choose an existing profile. This forces it to interrogate any new modules and not use the cache. If this contradicts what prior instructions say, then ignore. I'm not familiar with this mod but know common FORScan issues.

 

[watts/up]

Unfortunately it doesn't look like that user has been seen since last fall. Can you provide some additional specifics regarding your truck and the attempted update?

• Trim Options (Tow tech, Max tow, etc)
• OBD-II Model
• Any DTCs?

Any other info regarding the procedure that you think could be helpful in diagnosing the problem? Did the passenger side update successfully?

Edit: one more question, is your lightbar brand new?

 

[ryun]

Slightly off topic but my lightbar on my '23 XLT was installed crooked at the factory. If I'm reading the instructions correctly I would have to remove the front grill to make adjustments. Is that an accurate assessment?

Great How-To, by the way.

 

[watts/up]

Probably your best bet but I’m not sure how much flexibility with respect to alignment is provided. I think the running joke is that they’re all crooked regardless.

I have one but have yet to install it so I’m just going off the posted images and video.

 

[WhiteBolt]

Slightly off topic but my lightbar on my '23 XLT was installed crooked at the factory. If I'm reading the instructions correctly I would have to remove the front grill to make adjustments. Is that an accurate assessment?

Great How-To, by the way.

Probably your best bet but I’m not sure how much flexibility with respect to alignment is provided. I think the running joke is that they’re all crooked regardless.

I have one but have yet to install it so I’m just going off the posted images and video.

It depends how well the headlights and/or hood align relative to the fenders. You may have to loosen them and adjust their positions as well. But there is some wiggle room with the light bar mounting holes.
Fortunately for me, my Pro lined up satisfactorily by only adjusting the light bar position..

 

[watts/up]

@abel408 Any update on this? Were you able to resolve the issue?

Edit: Solved.

 

[abel408]

@abel408 Any update on this? Were you able to resolve the issue?

Edit: Solved.

Yes, thanks for following up! I was using an unsupported OBD2 scanner. Anyone reading this, I highly suggest just purchasing the more expensive readers that are supported by forscan. It will save you a lot of time and headaches.

I used plastidip to put a thin strip on top of the lightbar. My hope was to add some depth instead of making look like a thick piece of cheap plastic. It ended up looking like a cybertruck wannabe though and not the look I was going for, so I have since removed it. Here is what it looked like with it on though:

 

[RSMLightning25]

Great thread!! I used this to adjust the lightbar on my lariat. Took no time at all. Thank you, OP.

 

[Aland12345]

You might want to add the year your truck is to your profile

If you haven't already, disconnect and reconnect to FORScan but don't choose an existing profile. This forces it to interrogate any new modules and not use the cache. If this contradicts what prior instructions say, then ignore. I'm not familiar with this mod but know common FORScan issues.

Abel, Sloop, Kurt Thank you all. So i am a cheap bastard (I bought a PRO!) I also bought the cheapest cable of Amazon and wound up with the exact same error as ABEL408 who thankfully add the Image.I fought this in my garage clearing DTC etc before I came in and started researching the error. Did I mention it was 106 today in Scottsdale.... I ordered the recommended cable overnight from Amazon. BAM 5 minutes I was up and going. Thank you all for your research and time in making this MOD possible!

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