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Fuse to tap for switched power?

Discussion in 'Audio & Video' started by gr8-wrx, Dec 18, 2022.

  1. Dec 18, 2022 at 2:57 PM
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    gr8-wrx

    gr8-wrx [OP] Well-Known Member

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    Does anyone know which fuse (and location) that I might be able to tap that will provide power only when the truck is turned off? I have a '22 SR5 DC and was thinking about adding an alarm LED and need power only when the truck is turned off (key removed).
     
  2. Dec 18, 2022 at 5:34 PM
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    destin_meeks

    destin_meeks I used to fix people's crappy stereos

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    You’ll need to wire up a basic 5 pin relay to a hot-only-when-on fuse, but wire it normally closed instead of normally open
     
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  3. Dec 18, 2022 at 5:40 PM
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    kmorgan3

    kmorgan3 Redside Electric, LLC | VLEDS

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    Tap the 16-pin connector in the back of the HVAC control. Purple wire either pin 12 if you have standard HVAC controls or pin 6 if you have dual-zone. It controls the security LED on your dash. It’s a return, so give your new LED a constant 12V(+) supply and connect the return wire to the tap on the factory connector.
     
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