The Stage Series Reverse Light Kit for the 2022-2024 Ford Maverick adds SSC1 LED pods as high-power reverse lights with red accent running lights. The included harness plugs directly into your factory tail light wiring for a clean, bolt-on install. Here's the full walkthrough.
Table of Contents
- Installation Video
- Tools Required
- Mounting Instructions
- Wiring Instructions
- Questions About the Install?
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Installation Video
Tools Required
- Ratchet
- 7mm socket
- 8mm socket
- Phillips screwdriver
- 4mm Allen wrench
- 3/8" wrench
- 13mm wrench
Mounting Instructions
Step 1 — Assemble the Reverse Light Brackets
Place the C1 U-brackets over the long slot on the reverse light bracket and secure with the included carriage bolt. Slide on the washer and lock washer, then thread the nut on hand-tight to leave room for adjustment.
Step 2 — Install the Brackets
Underneath the vehicle on the driver's side, use a 7mm socket to remove the two innermost factory bolts on the back of the bumper trim. Slide the assembled C1 reverse light bracket into place and resecure it using the factory 7mm bolt.
Step 3 — Mount and Position the LED Pods
Slide the SSC1 Sport LED pod between the U-bracket and loosely secure it with the included hardware using a 5/32" Allen key and 3/8" wrench. Slide the pod forward or back to your preferred position, then tighten with a 13mm wrench. Repeat on the other side of the vehicle.
Wiring Instructions
Step 4 — Connect the Harness to the Tail Lamp
Drop the tailgate and locate the driver-side tail lamp. Remove the two 8mm screws, firmly tug the tail lamp from the body, and disconnect the factory harness by pressing the release tab. Feed the included harness DT connectors down through the tail light pocket and plug the in-line adapter into the factory connector. Snap the tail lamp back in place and secure with the two factory 8mm screws.
Step 5 — Route and Connect the DT Leads
Underneath the vehicle, route the harness and DT connectors over the driver-side bed support to keep away from the exhaust. Plug the short DT lead into the driver-side C1 pod. Route the longer DT lead over to the passenger-side C1 pod and plug it in.
Note: If you connect the harness to the passenger-side tail lamp instead, you'll need to pull back the splash guard to access the DT connectors.
Step 6 — Test and Secure
Test for proper operation of both the red running lights and white reverse light feature. Zip-tie any loose wiring and ensure all hardware is secure. The install is complete.
Questions About the Install?
If you run into any issues during the installation, contact Ess K Customs — as an authorized Diode Dynamics dealer, we're here to help.
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This install guide applies to Diode Dynamics SKUs: DD7564P, DD7754, DD7755