Are you looking to upgrade your vehicle with high-performance lighting? The BriodLights Olympus 2.0 is one of the most popular choices for both commercial vehicles and passenger cars. It offers an impressive range of 844 meters (at 1 lux) and features integrated functions like strobe lights (warning lights) and selectable position lights (white/amber).
But what is the easiest way to install Olympus driving lights? In this guide, we walk you through the installation process step-by-step, based on expert tips from Tornedalens Fordonsteknik.
Preparation: What You Will Need
Before you begin, ensure you have the right accessories to make the installation as smooth as possible:
Wiring Kit with DT6 Connectors: Required to access all functions (driving light, position light, and strobe light).
XBB Dongle: For modern vehicles (especially those with LED/CAN-bus systems), an XBB dongle is often needed to pick up the high-beam signal without cutting into the original wiring.
Stabilizer Struts: To minimize vibrations and ensure a steady light beam on the road.
Control Panel: Recommended if you want to control the strobe light functions separately from the cabin.
Step-by-Step: Installing BriodLights Olympus
1. Physical Mounting
You can choose to mount the lights on a classic license plate bracket or on a dedicated light bar/nudge bar. In the tutorial, a light bar on a Mercedes Sprinter is used for a professional finish.
2. Connecting the DT6 Plugs
A major advantage of the Olympus series is the included loose connectors. They are delivered “un-pinned,” which makes it much easier to route the cables through tight gaps in the grill before attaching the plug.
Match the colors: Red to red, black to black, etc.
Simply push the pins into the connector until they click into place.
3. Synchronizing the Strobe Lights
If you are installing multiple lights with built-in strobe functions, there is an extra green wire. This is the sync cable. By applying power to the green wire once the strobe lights are active, the flash patterns will synchronize, ensuring they blink in perfect harmony.
4. Installing the Wiring Kit and XBB
Route the wiring kit from the engine bay (or firewall) to the lights.
Use a wiring kit adapted for XBB if your car requires it.
Connect the relay and route any cables for the internal control panel to the driver’s side.
5. Fitting Stabilizer Struts
To prevent the light beam from flickering or “dancing” when driving on uneven roads, you should use stabilizer struts.
Adjust the length of the struts to fit the distance between the light and the grill.
Attach the strut to the pre-drilled screw hole on top of the light and secure the other end to the vehicle’s grill.
6. Control Panel Setup (Optional)
For easy control of auxiliary functions like strobe lights or work lights, mount a control panel on the driver’s side. This gives you full control with simple On/Off buttons and clear symbols for each function.
Why Choose Olympus?
Installing Olympus driving lights is straightforward thanks to the smart DT6 connections and robust mounting options. With 12,400 lumens and a “boost” function, you get not only a stylish look but also a level of safety in the dark that few other lights can match.
Want to see exactly how it’s done? Watch the full installation video here: How to install BriodLights Olympus
