I already posted info below:

http://www.odyclub.com/forums/52-2005-2010-odyssey/157308-diy-exterior-light-bulbs-easy-way.html

 

Hmmm. I don't see that detail in your write-up. Thanks, though.

 

FYI,

All 3 brake bulbs run on separate circuits, if one bulb is burned, the other 2 bulbs will be fine, i.e., not controlled by the failed bulb.

One question: why Honda uses bulb 7443 with 2 filaments as you mentioned?
When the brake light is on, which filament(s) is on, 1 or both filaments...this part I don't know until someone does an experiment.

 

Good to know. I would guess, based on my experience of my tail light working but the brake light not working, that each light is a different filament.

 

I just checked my van, see photo:

* During the day time (HL switch off):
- All rear lights are off.
- When brake pedal is pressed, all 3 brake lights are on.

* At night (HL switch on):
- Brake Bulb filament #1 and "Running Light" are on on each side.
- When brake pedal is pressed, all 3 brake lights are on, with the R and L brake lights using filament #2.

 

Is this true?

 

I just verified it myself.

 

it's a 7443 bulb, which means it's a dual filament bulb.
it's very similar to a 7440 but it's a single filament and have different locking tabs.

 

Does anyone know if the LED light for 7443 is suitable as replacement? Unlike halogen it doesn't have dual filament.

 

Do you want your brake lights to work? Then you need dual filament. Does your "LED 7443" have the ability to light low yet get much brighter when the brakes are applied? LEDs don't have filaments, by the way

 

Thanks Hogan773. Sorry I am aware LEDs don't have filaments.

I was thinking of getting the below, but I suppose it means I won't have any light until I press on the brake.

https://www.blinkingbrakelights.com/products/blinkingbrakelightsbulb

 

Thanks Hogan773. Sorry I am aware LEDs don't have filaments.

I was thinking of getting the below, but I suppose it means I won't have any light until I press on the brake.

I just bought 1157 LED replacements for my trailer. They have 2 tabs and 2 connection points on the base just the 1157 halogens with the dual filaments.

The LED acts like a dual filament halogen bulb, with its 2 light levels.

If someone is selling an LED equivalent bulb they are selling a bulb that acts like the halogen original. Otherwise it's not an equivalent bulb.

Too bad the LED is so much bigger than the halogen. D :jk:

 

Multi-filament bulbs have multi-connections. One for each filament and then a common ground. Or sometimes two for each filament where they don't share a common ground. A truly compatible replacement LED bulb will be the same way. Except instead of multiple filaments it will have multiple LEDs or sets of LEDs.

If you google for images of the 7443 bulb you'll see what I mean. Looking at the webpage hungtat posted, it doesn't look like the bulb is a proper replacement for the 7443.

 

I believe (but NOT 100% sure) I got these for my brake lights:

2X High Power 80W 7443 7440 Tail Brake Backup Reverse LED Bulb 6000K White Light | eBay

They work perfect, very visible tail and brighter brake light. It is a drop in replacement with no issues.
Unfortunately, some Ebay sellers often change the listing so even if I have the purchase in my history the actual listing does not exist anymore.

 

The title of the listing includes Tail Brake Backup Reverse, but the picture says "Reverse Backup". The picture makes more sense than the title because I thought you were supposed to match the LED color to the lens color. White Light would be for the Backup lights.

Wouldn't you want a red 7443 equivalent for the Tail brake lights?

 

The description is pretty confusing so I gambled and I got the right bulb. Yes, red would be better but most likely harder to find and more expensive. I'm happy with it as it is right now and not planning to go back and change it.

 

Your van looks nice!

I'm not arguing, just setting the record straight.

Red 7443's are easy to find and might even be cheaper than the white ones you linked to.

4x 7443 80W Super Bright Red Tail Brake Stop Light 7440 7444NA LED bulbs 1920LMs | eBay