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Power on at key.

Discussion in 'Technical Chat' started by azazel90, Jul 9, 2013.

  1. Jul 9, 2013 at 6:59 PM
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    azazel90

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    Does anyone know where on a 2012 can I find a fuse that gets power when the key is turned? Would prefer one under the hood, but under that dash would be fine.
     
  2. Jul 9, 2013 at 7:12 PM
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  3. Jul 9, 2013 at 7:21 PM
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    cigarette lighter plug?
     
  4. Jul 10, 2013 at 7:26 AM
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    I would avoid tapping into a critical system, like EFI or ignition.
     
  5. Jul 10, 2013 at 10:48 AM
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    This. I forget which fuse it runs on but that's the way I would go.
     
  6. Jul 10, 2013 at 6:02 PM
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    Thanks. I am just lighting some LED on the front so I will avoid critical systems. Will post a pic when I get them wired in. They are in the panel underneath the headlights.
     
  7. Jul 11, 2013 at 7:14 AM
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    On my 99 Taco, both the fuse and relay for the power outlets are in the 'under hood' fuse box. The power outlets are activated with the key in the ACC position.
     
  8. Jul 21, 2013 at 11:38 AM
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    azazel90

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    I got it. I used the accessories fuse under the dash. Works like a charm.
     
  9. Jul 22, 2013 at 10:29 AM
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    Got em lit finally.
     
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  10. Jul 22, 2013 at 10:32 AM
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