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Philips 9005 9006 HIR2 18956C2 LED CANbus Adapter Warning & Error Canceller | Pack of 2

SKU: 18956C2
Genuine Philips 18956C2 LED headlight CANbus error canceller pair
Philips 9005 9006 HIR2 18956C2 LED CANbus Adapter Pack of 2 installation  guide.
Genuine Philips 18956C2 LED headlight CANbus error canceller pair
Philips 9005 9006 HIR2 18956C2 LED CANbus Adapter Pack of 2 installation  guide.

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Philips 9005 9006 HIR2 18956C2 LED CANbus Adapter Warning & Error Canceller | Pack of 2

The Philips 9005 9006 HIR2 18956C2 LED CANbus Adapter Pack resolves dashboard error messages, LED flickering, and high-beam system glitches triggered by LED headlight upgrades. Modern vehicle onboard computers often misinterpret the lower wattage of LED bulbs as a burned-out lamp; these genuine Philips warning cancellers restore proper electrical resistance for flawless system operation. Featuring weather-resistant automotive connectors and heavy-duty thermal insulation, this 2-pack delivers long-lasting reliability in demanding engine bay environments. Available through HID Concept.com, these plug-and-play adapters bypass CANbus errors without cutting or splicing your factory wiring harness.

Key Features & Benefits

  • Complete CANbus Error Suppression: Bypasses false "lamp-out" dashboard warnings and flickering issues caused by the lower power consumption of LED headlight conversions.

  • 3-in-1 Bulb Size Compatibility: Universal fitment for 9005 (HB3), 9006 (HB4), and HIR2 (9012) headlight and fog light LED bulb upgrades.

  • Direct Plug-and-Play Setup: Male and female OEM-style connectors plug inline between your factory vehicle harness and LED bulb drivers with no wire stripping or soldering needed.

  • Weatherproof & Vibration-Proof Construction: Sealed automotive-grade housing withstands engine compartment moisture, dirt, dust, and temperature extremes (-40°C to +80°C).

  • Genuine Philips Automotive Engineering: Manufactured to strict ISO standards to deliver seamless electrical integration and protect sensitive Body Control Modules (BCM).

  • Stabilizes Daytime Running Light (DRL) Signals: Helps resolve intermittent power delivery, pulsed width modulation (PWM) interference, and single-side lighting shutoffs on modern vehicles.

Vehicle Compatibility Section

The Philips 18956C2 CANbus adapter set is engineered specifically for vehicles equipped with 9005, 9006, or HIR2 headlight and fog light sockets.

Cross-Reference Bulb Socket Compatibility:

  • 9005 Sockets: 9005, HB3, 9005L+, 9005LL, 9005XS.

  • 9006 Sockets: 9006, HB4, 9006LL, 9006XS.

  • HIR2 Sockets: HIR2, 9012, 9012LL.

Popular Vehicle Applications: Highly recommended for CANbus-sensitive headlight and fog light circuits on vehicles from Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, RAM, Ford, Chevrolet, GMC, Toyota, Lexus, Honda, Hyundai, Kia, BMW, Audi, and Volkswagen.

System Compatibility Note: While this adapter kit resolves CANbus light-out warnings and flickering on the vast majority of vehicle models, certain ultra-complex European vehicles with advanced PWM duty cycles may require vehicle-specific computer coding or additional load equalizers.

Performance & Visibility Section

Upgrading your factory halogen low beams, high beams, or fog lights to high-output LED bulbs delivers superior road illumination, but electrical mismatches can ruin performance. When a vehicle's computer detects low LED power draw, it may pulse power, cause visible flickering, or shut down the headlight circuit entirely. By installing the Philips 18956C2 LED CANbus Adapter inline, power flow stabilizes completely. This ensures your 9005, 9006, or HIR2 LED bulbs project a consistent, steady beam without flickering, dimming, or random shutoffs during night driving.

OEM Quality & Reliability Section

Sourcing genuine Philips components from HID Concept.com guarantees trusted performance built to exact original equipment standards. Cheap, generic load resistors generate extreme heat and often fail prematurely. In contrast, Philips Ultinon CANbus adapters utilize high-grade internal components enclosed in thermal-dissipating, water-resistant housing. They are rigorously tested to withstand engine vibration and harsh ambient temperatures without melting or degrading surrounding wires.

Installation Information

Installing the Philips 9005 9006 HIR2 18956C2 LED CANbus Adapters is a quick, 100% plug-and-play process requiring no wire cutting or special tools. To begin, turn off your vehicle's ignition, set the headlight switch to OFF, and allow the engine bay to cool. Locate the connection point between your vehicle's stock wiring harness and your aftermarket 9005, 9006, or HIR2 LED bulb driver. Unplug the LED bulb harness from the factory socket, then plug the male connector of the Philips CANbus adapter directly into the factory vehicle socket. Next, connect the female end of the Philips adapter into the LED bulb input plug. Finally, mount the compact adapter housing securely to a solid metal surface or harness loom inside the engine bay using zip ties, keeping it away from moving belts or high-heat components, and switch on your lights to confirm error-free performance.


Technical Specs


Size HB3 (9005) HB4 (9006) HIR2
Base P20d P22d
Technology
LED
Application LED CANbus
Manufacturer part number (MPN) 18956C2

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  • I have Philip's Ultinon Essential LED-FOG 9006 bulbs, pn#11005UE2X2. Being Installed on a 2005 Saab 9-2x Aero fog lights. They plug in good but I'm pretty sure they need resistor adapter kit for the bulbs to actually illuminate. Do you sell the proper Philip's resistor adapter kit for my bulbs?

    For the 9006 connection, below is the Philips CANbus Decoder.

    9006 - PHILIPS LED CANbus Decoder 18956C2 HB3 HB4 HIR2

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