The Elite Series Headlights for the 2018+ Jeep JL Wrangler are engineered and assembled in the USA — the only aftermarket 9-inch LED headlights that can say that. Available in Elite and Elite Max models, these headlights deliver serious output, selectable DRL colors, and features you won't find anywhere else.
Table of Contents
- Product Overview Video
- Bi-LED Projector — Low and High Beam
- Selectable DRL Colors
- Switchback Turn Signal
- Welcome Sequence
- What Sets the Elite Max Apart
- Plug-and-Play Installation
- Quality, Reliability, and Warranty
- Shop Jeep Headlights at Ess K Customs
Product Overview Video
Bi-LED Projector — Low and High Beam
Both the Elite and Elite Max use a rectangular Bi-LED projector that handles low and high beam functions from a single assembly. Light output exceeds both the factory JL LED and halogen headlights. The beam pattern has a sharp cutoff with strong center intensity and wide coverage — exactly what you want for nighttime driving and trail visibility.
Selectable DRL Colors
The halo DRL uses high-density LEDs for a smooth, continuous ring with no visible individual chips. What makes it unique: the DRL color is selectable between white and amber using a patent-pending programming method. No switches, no wiring changes — just cycle your high beams to toggle between colors. On the Elite Max, additional DRL bars can be independently color-selected for even more customization.
Switchback Turn Signal
Factory Jeep Wrangler headlights don't include integrated turn signals — they're housed separately in the fenders. The Elite Series adds a switchback turn signal directly into the headlight housing. It flashes amber when the signal is activated, then returns to the selected DRL color. On the Elite Max model, the switchback turn signal combined with the inner DRL bars creates a fully SAE-compliant turn signal — a huge benefit for anyone running a fender chop.
Welcome Sequence
Every time you unlock your Jeep, the Elite Series headlights run a smooth, gradual illumination sequence across the LEDs. It adds visibility as you approach the vehicle while showing off the headlight technology. The welcome sequence is fully programmable and can be disabled if you prefer.
What Sets the Elite Max Apart
The Elite Max includes everything in the standard Elite model plus several additional features:
- Inner DRL Bars: Vertical LED bars flanking the projector for enhanced daytime visibility and styling. Color-selectable just like the halo.
- SAE-Compliant Turn Signal: The halo switchback combined with the DRL bars provides a fully independent turn signal — no fender-mounted signal required. Perfect for fender chop builds.
- Show Mode: Four patent-pending display modes — gradual illumination, white strobe, amber strobe, and white/amber strobe. Activated from inside the cabin using the offroad switch. No external controllers needed.
- Trail Light Off-Road Lighting: A first-in-class feature. The top and bottom reflectors use the same LED emitters found in Stage Series off-road products to flood the trail with wide-beam light. Custom heat sinks integrated into the housing keep everything running cool at full output. Activated with an included switch or connected to the factory auxiliary switch bank.
Plug-and-Play Installation
The Elite Series headlights are a direct bolt-in replacement for factory headlights on all JL Wrangler trim levels — LED or halogen. A plug-and-play harness connects to the factory headlight connector and adds the turn signal connection. No cutting or splicing required. Sport model owners will need the included add-a-fuse to enable DRL functionality.
Quality, Reliability, and Warranty
Every set is built with OEM-grade materials — cast aluminum housing and heatsinks, aluminum-core circuit boards, UV-coated outer lenses, and automotive-grade LED emitters. Each unit is robotically sealed and individually pressure tested for moisture protection. Torture tested from -40°F to 185°F for vibration, moisture, and corrosion resistance. Built-in circuit protection guards against voltage spikes and reverse polarity. Every set ships in custom form-fitting foam packaging and is backed by an 8-year warranty.
Shop Jeep Headlights at Ess K Customs
Ready to upgrade your Jeep JL Wrangler with the best aftermarket LED headlights available? As an authorized Diode Dynamics dealer, Ess K Customs carries both Elite and Elite Max models with full manufacturer warranty and expert support.