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Backup light wiring question

Discussion in '3rd Gen. Tacomas (2016-2023)' started by ronmat, Jun 10, 2023.

  1. Jun 10, 2023 at 11:11 PM
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    ronmat

    ronmat [OP] Well-Known Member

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    Im installing OPT7 tailgate light bar, i used the 7 pin to 4 pin adapter and all works
    except backup lights, i have tried T-tap at adpater and now i have ran the white wire to the
    taillight. At the tail light i have a white wire with black stripe and a red wire which should i t tap off of?
    thanks
     
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  2. Jun 10, 2023 at 11:13 PM
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    Get a 7 to 5 way adapter instead.
     
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  3. Jun 10, 2023 at 11:26 PM
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    I did but I still have to connect the white wire which is for the backup lights, I tried T-tap to center wire at 7 to 4 pin adapter, I guess my problem is using T-tap in stead of making a better connection, gonna call it a night and try tomorrow thanks for the info.
     
  4. Jun 11, 2023 at 8:58 AM
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    t-taps suck. get some heat shrink crimps.
     
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  5. Jun 11, 2023 at 8:17 PM
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    Well you were right, T-taps caused me much grief. i soldered it and all is well.
    thanks
     
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