The SS3 Vertical LED Fog Light Kit provides a substantial upgrade to your factory fog lights. The SS3 LED Pod Lights included in the kit feature higher output intensity than any other 3” light on the market! SS3 LED Pods Lights have been designed for maximum functionality, with custom-engineered TIR optics shining in highly useful beam patterns, all in a durable package.
With the included angled bezel, the SS3 Vertical LED Fog Light Kit has a clean, factory-style appearance, only much brighter! The kit is available in a 6000K White that matches most factory LEDs, or a 3000K Yellow to provide high contrast in poor weather conditions. The SS3 LED Pods in the kit also have an available amber backlight that adds a stylish accent light to your vehicle.
Thanks to custom-molded brackets, this LED fog light kit can be installed in minutes on any 2013-2018 Ram 1500. The following installation guide will provide you with basic installation instructions on how to install the SS3 Vertical LED Fog Light Kit on your vehicle. Check out our installation video, or continue reading for step-by-step instructions below!
Table of Contents
Installation Video
Installation Tools
- Ratchet
- 10mm Socket
- 5/32 Allen Key
Mounting Instructions
Step 1 - Attach Pods to Fog Brackets
Install the supplied nuts into the pod housing with the nylon facing inward.
Attach the bracket to the pod using the supplied screws and washers. Make sure the bracket is in the correct orientation. Ensure that the screws are tightened such that the pod retains its position, but can pivot with force for aiming.
Step 2 - Remove Factory Fog Lights
Access your factory fog lights and unplug the fog lamp connector. Use a 10mm socket and ratchet to remove the three bolts, as shown in the picture to the left.
Remove the factory fog light housing. The factory bolts will be reused.
Step 3 - Install New LED Fogs
Install your assembled bracket and pod onto the vehicle by securing the three (3) OEM bolts with a 10mm socket and ratchet.
Plug the SS3 into the factory fog light harness using the included DT wire adapter. Test function.
Tip: If the light does not turn on, try flipping the connector 180°.
If you purchased backlit SS3 pods, connect the backlight power wire to a fused 12V source to trigger the backlight feature (i.e. parking light or sidemarker); T-Taps are included for this purpose.
NOTE: Check local laws and regulations for on-road use of backlight feature. Power source must be fused. Do not connect directly to the vehicle battery.
Repeat these steps on the other side of the vehicle to install your second fog light.
Aiming Instructions
Step 1 - Position Vehicle
Park your vehicle 25 feet away from a wall or garage door on a level surface.
Step 2 - Loosen Allen Bolts
Loosen the 5/32” Allen bolts on each side of your SS3 LED pod just enough to allow you to adjust it.
Step 3 - Measure Mounting Height
On your vehicle, measure the distance between the ground and the center of your SS3 LED Pod. This is your mounting height.
Step 4 - Mark Mounting Height on Wall
Mark the mounting height on the wall or garage door using tape.
Step 5 - Mark Fog Cutoff Line
Add another piece of tape four inches below the mounting height. This is your fog light cutoff line.
Step 6 - Aim SS3 LED Pods
Aim your SS3 LED Pods on each side, so that the top of the beam pattern is on the cutoff line mark.
Step 7 - Tighten Allen Bolts
Tighten the 5/32” Allen bolts back down. Do not overtighten or use power tools to torque them down.
Step 8 - Secure Fender Liner (Optional)
If you removed the fender liner, secure it to the bumper using the original hardware to complete the installation.
SmartSelect Programming
If your SS3 Fog Light Kit includes dual-color LED Pods, SmartSelect technology allows you to select either a white or yellow main beam using your factory fog light controls. Single-color kits do not include SmartSelect programming and can skip this section.
Dual-color SS3 LED Pods are set to the white main beam from the factory. Use the following timing sequence to enter SmartSelect programming mode:
- Turn the fog lamps ON for 1-3 seconds.
- Turn the fog lamps OFF for approximately 1 second.
- Turn the fog lamps ON for 1-3 seconds.
- Turn the fog lamps OFF for approximately 1 second.
- Turn the fog lamps ON for 1-3 seconds.
- Turn the fog lamps OFF for approximately 1 second.
- Turn the fog lamps ON again. On this fourth ON sequence, the lamps will enter SmartSelect programming mode and immediately switch from white to yellow.
Continue using the same ON/OFF timing to cycle through the available color states. Leave the lamps ON for 1-3 seconds, then turn them OFF for approximately 1 second before turning them on again.
The lamps will cycle through the following sequence:
- Yellow - First opportunity to save yellow.
- White - First opportunity to save white.
- Yellow - Second and final opportunity to save yellow.
- White - Second and final opportunity to save white.
- White (Reset Mode) - The programming cycle has ended. The lamps will remain white and will no longer alternate colors.
When the desired color is displayed, leave the fog lamps ON continuously for at least 5 seconds to save your selection.
If you enter Reset Mode, leave the fog lamps ON continuously for at least 5 seconds to save the white main beam. Then turn the fog lamps OFF for at least 5 seconds. After this 5-second off period, SmartSelect programming mode can be entered again using the programming sequence above.
Questions About the Installation?
If you have any questions or issues installing the SS3 Vertical LED Fog Light Kit, please contact us for further assistance.
Where Can I Buy an SS3 Vertical LED Fog Light Kit?
If you’re ready to upgrade your vehicle with an SS3 Vertical LED Fog Light Kit, you can purchase one by clicking here or by using our dealer locator to find a dealer near you.
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This Installation Guide is for the following SKUs: DD6184, DD6185, DD6187, DD6188, DD6189, DD6191, DD6686, DD6687, DD6996, DD6997, DD6999, DD7000, DD7001, DD7002.
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