It’s very simple, it’s a Do-It-Yourself installation. It fits in the trunk using the labeled wires extending from the unit. The device comes with snap in line connectors for easy installation and fitting instructions. 

 

The average install time is approximately 10-15 minutes.

 

Tools Required

Screwdriver, pliers/cutters 

Difficulty rating scale 2 out of 10

 

Blinking Smart Stop Std and Delay version   -   Blinking Smart Stop Plus version  -  Troubleshooting Guide

I. Description

Applying your brakes will cause your existing third brake light to blink rapidly approximately 6 times, and then stay on solid as long as you have your foot on the brake pedal once you release the brake the unit then resets.

  II. Features

·         Size: 1" x 1" x 0.75" (25mm x 25mm x 19mm)

·         Operating Voltage: 12 Volts DC

·         Operating Temp: -30ºC to +70ºC

·         Max Power Consumption: 1W

   III. Circuit Diagram  

Blinking Smart Stop Standard and Delay Version

     IV. Installation

Blinking Smart Stop Plus Version

I. Description

Applying your brakes will cause your existing 2 main brake lights to blink rapidly, approximately 5 times and then stay on solid as long as you have your foot on the brake pedal. Works with all vehicles that have separate brake lights connections.

   II. Features

·         Size: 2" x 2" x 0.75" (25mm x 25mm x 19mm)

·         Operating Voltage: 12 Volts DC

·         Operating Temp: -30ºC to +70ºC

·         Max Power Consumption: 1W

   III. Circuit Diagram  

Blinking Smart Stop Plus version

   IV. Installation

 Cut the positive (+) side wire of the second brake light. Leave at least 2 inches.

 Place a “Quick Connect” connector over the exposed wire still attached to the light and insert the blue wire. Squeeze and snap as in step 2.

Fit the Smart Stop inside somewhere away from areas of high temperature, moisture and water leakage..

Please note as the wiring in most vehicles vary because of the age of the vehicle please ensure the “Quick Connect”  has a good connection i.e. ensure that the  “Quick Connect” has cut through the wire insulation.

Troubleshooting Guide

Blinking Smart Stop

Symptom	Possible problem	Solution	Comments
The third brake light comes on solid but doesn't flash?	You have delay unit and did not wait 8 seconds before reapplying brakes.	Wait 8 seconds before  re-applying brakes
The third brake light comes on solid but doesn't flash?	Black wire not making good contact	Connect Black wire properly Check Quick connects are making good contact	If connected properly, unit is bad, replace unit
The third brake light comes on solid but doesn't flash?	Car third brake circuit makes GND connection to turn on light. -i.e  Neg 12V supply	Delay unit will not work, replace with non-delay version	Since +12V is always applied to the red wire, the delay circuit remains activated
The third brake light doesn't come on at all when applying the brakes	Red or Blue wires not making contact	Connect Red and/or Blue wires properly
The third brake light doesn't come on at all when applying the brakes	Brake-In wire not supplying 12 volts when brakes applied	Check brake fuse or brake in wire for breaks.  You can verify voltage with a meter.
The third brake light doesn't come on at all when applying the brakes	Third brake light bulb is no good	Verify light bulb by reconnecting the brake-in wire to the Pos (+) side of the light bulb	If light bulb is good, replace unit