Electrical Wiring Question...
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Melting Slicks
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Electrical Wiring Question...
I'm trying to install something in the compartment under the steering column and I need to find these wires, could someone help me with what colors or sizes I should be looking for.
12V ignition wire
accesory wire
12v constant
Ground
the last two are fairly trivial, but the first two I've got no clue about. The should be comming off the steering column somewhere, but I'm not sure where. Oh and the ignition wire would need to be after any security measures. Thanks for the help guys.
12V ignition wire
accesory wire
12v constant
Ground
the last two are fairly trivial, but the first two I've got no clue about. The should be comming off the steering column somewhere, but I'm not sure where. Oh and the ignition wire would need to be after any security measures. Thanks for the help guys.
Safety Car
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From: SANTA CRUZ CA
Re: Electrical Wiring Question... (mn_vette)
Rather than splice into existing wiring, why not just run a new positive wire from the batt and connect the ground to a suitable ground near the steering column? Use the appropriate wire gage for the amperage required and install an in-line fuse. If you need the device to be activated with the ignition, add an in-line switch for manual activation.
If you are not aware, there is an accessory connection available in the center console.
If you are not aware, there is an accessory connection available in the center console.
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Melting Slicks
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Re: Electrical Wiring Question... (Oldman)
Rather than splice into existing wiring, why not just run a new positive wire from the batt and connect the ground to a suitable ground near the steering column?
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Re: Electrical Wiring Question... (mn_vette)
this little box keeps your car running after you pull out the key for a set amount of time to let it cool off without you having to be in the car. So to keep the car running you need a direct tap onto the ignition wire to keep the car running
anyways.....ignition: look for a pink wire.
[Modified by 89 Paul in Cal, 1:17 AM 2/23/2003]
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Melting Slicks
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Re: Electrical Wiring Question... (89 Paul in Cal)
anyways.....ignition: look for a pink wire.
[Modified by mn_vette, 7:59 PM 2/23/2003]
Melting Slicks
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Re: Electrical Wiring Question... (mn_vette)
Instrument panel/ courtesy lights=pink & white
Cargo lights/ right map light/ right door courtesy=orange
Main light switch/ drivers door jamb/ right door jamb=white
If you have specifics I can look them up for you.
I'll try to help.....IM me.......
Cargo lights/ right map light/ right door courtesy=orange
Main light switch/ drivers door jamb/ right door jamb=white
If you have specifics I can look them up for you.
I'll try to help.....IM me.......
