Why Choose the Morimoto Porsche 997 LED Light Combo
This Morimoto XB lighting combo is built for Porsche 997.1 owners who want modern light output, clean styling, and a complete upgrade without cutting or splicing. The headlights improve forward visibility with Bi-LED projector performance, while the tail lights update the rear with full LED parking, brake, turn signal, and reverse light functions.
Features include:
- Morimoto XB LED headlights
- Matching Morimoto XB LED tail lights
- High-output Bi-LED projector headlights
- Osram 5000K LED lighting
- Factory-style DRL ring
- Full LED tail light functions
- Red or smoked tail light lens options
- Plug-and-play wiring
- UV-coated polycarbonate lenses
- 5-year limited warranty
Designed as a clean, modern lighting upgrade for the 2005-2008 Porsche 911 997.1 platform.
Key Features & Benefits
Bi-LED Headlight Performance
The Morimoto XB LED headlights use a single high-output Bi-LED projector for strong low and high beam performance.
Features include:
- High-output Bi-LED projector
- Bright low beam output
- Strong high beam performance
- Crisp Osram 5000K LED output
- Clean, controlled beam pattern
This gives the 997 a modern headlight upgrade while keeping the front-end design refined and Porsche-appropriate.
Factory-Style DRL Ring
The built-in daytime running light ring adds a modern lighting signature inspired by newer Porsche styling.
Features include:
- Integrated DRL ring
- Osram 5000K LEDs
- Bright daytime visibility
- Dims automatically with low beams or parking lights
- Clean 992-inspired appearance
This gives the 997.1 front end a more current look without over-styling the car.
Matching XB LED Tail Lights
The included XB LED tail lights update the rear of the 997.1 with a clean LED lighting layout.
Features include:
- LED parking light function
- LED brake light function
- LED turn signal function
- Reverse light function
- Integrated resistors
- Direct bolt-on installation
The light pipe along the top edge functions as a low-intensity parking light, while the red-amber optics handle brake and turn signal functions.
Red or Smoked Tail Light Options
This combo is available with Morimoto XB LED tail light lens choices.
Tail light choices include:
- Red lens tail lights
- Smoked lens tail lights
Choose the red lens option for a cleaner factory-style look, or the smoked lens option for a darker custom appearance.
Plug-and-Play Installation
This lighting combo is designed for a straightforward installation using factory-style connections.
Features include:
- Plug-and-play headlight wiring
- Tail lights plug into factory wiring
- No cutting required
- No splicing required
- Integrated tail light resistors mount behind the housing
Professional installation is recommended for proper fitment, wiring, aiming, and resistor mounting.
Performance, Compatibility & Use Case
Porsche 911 997.1 Compatibility
This combo is designed for Porsche 911 997.1 models from 2005-2008.
Fits:
Porsche 911 2005-2008, 997.1 body style, all listed sub-models including Carrera, Carrera S, Cabrio, Targa, and Turbo models.
US-spec cars are listed as standard. EU-spec cars are also listed as standard. The housings were designed and tested on US-spec vehicles, and compatibility in other countries may vary.
Important 997.2 Fitment Note
This combo is for 2005-2008 Porsche 911 997.1 models because the included tail lights do not fit 997.2 models from 2009-2013.
The headlight product information references 997.1 and 997.2 headlight compatibility, with 997.2 requiring an ECU flash to clear an AFS error. However, this headlight and tail light combo should be treated as a 997.1 kit because the tail lights are not compatible with 997.2 vehicles.
OEM Replacement Part Numbers
This kit is listed to replace Porsche part numbers:
- 99763148603
- 99763140501
- 99763140502
- 99763140503
- 99763148503
- 99763148505
Always confirm fitment by model year, body style, sub-model, factory lighting setup, and OEM part number before ordering.
Application & Use Case
Designed for:
- 2005-2008 Porsche 911 997.1 lighting upgrades
- Front and rear LED conversion
- Factory-style headlight replacement
- Tail light replacement or styling upgrade
- Modern Porsche DRL styling
- Carrera, Carrera S, Cabrio, Targa, and Turbo builds
This is a strong upgrade for Porsche owners who want better lighting performance and a sharper LED appearance without altering the original body lines.
Installation & Technical Details
Installation Overview
The Morimoto XB LED headlights and tail lights are designed for bolt-on installation on compatible Porsche 911 997.1 models.
Installation details:
- Vehicle: Porsche 911
- Body style: 997.1
- Model years: 2005-2008
- Headlight type: Morimoto XB LED
- Headlight projector: Single high-output Bi-LED projector
- LED color temperature: 5000K
- Headlight DRL: Integrated ring
- Tail light type: Morimoto XB LED
- Tail light functions: Parking, brake, turn signal, reverse
- Wiring: Plug-and-play
- Tail light resistors: Integrated, mount behind housing
- Cutting or splicing: Not required
Professional installation is recommended for proper fitment, resistor placement, headlight aiming, and final lighting checks.
Build Quality, Compliance & Warranty
Build Quality
Morimoto XB lighting is built with durable materials and OEM-style design standards.
Key details:
- UV-coated polycarbonate headlight lenses
- UV-treated tail light lenses
- PPS headlight housings
- Cast aluminum heat sinks
- OE-grade tail light wiring
- Integrated resistors for tail lights
- Plug-and-play connections
The result is a clean LED upgrade designed to improve style, visibility, and long-term reliability.
Compliance
This combo is listed as compliant with:
- DOT standards
- SAE standards
- FMVSS108 standards
Proper installation and aiming are important for safe road use and compliance.
Warranty Coverage
These Morimoto products include a 5-year limited warranty.
What’s Included
Included in the combo:
- Morimoto XB LED Headlights for 2005-2013 Porsche 911 997
- Morimoto XB LED Tail Lights for 2005-2008 Porsche 911 997, red lens or smoked lens option
- Plug-and-play wiring
- Integrated tail light resistors
Tail light choices:
- Morimoto XB LED Tail Lights: 05-08 Porsche 911 997, Red Lens
- Morimoto XB LED Tail Lights: 05-08 Porsche 911 997, Smoked Lens
Frequently Asked Questions About Morimoto Porsche 911 997 LED Lights
Does this combo fit the 2005-2008 Porsche 911 997?
Yes. This combo is designed for 2005-2008 Porsche 911 997.1 models.
It is listed for all 997.1 sub-models, including Carrera, Carrera S, Cabrio, Targa, and Turbo models.
Does this fit the 2009-2013 Porsche 911 997.2?
No. The tail lights in this combo do not fit 997.2 models from 2009-2013.
The headlights may support 997.2 applications with an ECU flash for AFS error correction, but this full combo should be used for 2005-2008 997.1 vehicles.
Are the headlights Bi-LED?
Yes. The headlights use a high-output Bi-LED projector.
This provides both low beam and high beam performance through the projector system.
What color temperature are the headlights?
The headlights use Osram 5000K LEDs.
This gives the light output a crisp modern white appearance.
Do the headlights have daytime running lights?
Yes. The headlights include an integrated DRL ring.
The DRL ring dims automatically when the low beams or parking lights are on.
What functions do the tail lights include?
The tail lights include parking light, brake light, turn signal, and reverse light functions.
The top light pipe works as a low-intensity parking light, while the red-amber optics handle brake and turn signal functions.
Can I choose red or smoked tail lights?
Yes. This combo is available with red lens or smoked lens Morimoto XB LED tail lights.
Choose the lens style that best matches your build.
Is cutting or splicing required?
No. The supplied product information states that no cutting, splicing, or extra modules are needed for the tail lights.
They plug into the stock connectors, and the integrated resistors mount behind the housing.
What Porsche part numbers does this replace?
This kit is listed to replace Porsche part numbers 99763148603, 99763140501, 99763140502, 99763140503, 99763148503, and 99763148505.
Confirm your original part numbers before ordering.
Are these DOT, SAE, and FMVSS108 compliant?
Yes. This Morimoto lighting combo is listed as DOT, SAE, and FMVSS108 compliant.
Proper installation and headlight aiming are still required.
What warranty is included?
These Morimoto products include a 5-year limited warranty.
Warranty coverage applies according to Morimoto’s warranty terms.
