'14 is350 hardwire dash cam
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'14 is350 hardwire dash cam
Ive been hesitant on getting a dashcam because i dont like the wires showing, so i need some help finding the best way to hardwire a dash cam on my is350. Thanks in advance
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I personally just ran mine underneath the headliner, down the A pillar, and into the fuse box. The rear cam, same thing pretty much: just hid the wires along the lower foot panels, B pillar, and part way up the C pillar area. Any dash cam should, for the most part, be similar to install.
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I personally just ran mine underneath the headliner, down the A pillar, and into the fuse box. The rear cam, same thing pretty much: just hid the wires along the lower foot panels, B pillar, and part way up the C pillar area. Any dash cam should, for the most part, be similar to install.
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Fuse slot requirement may differ depending on the dash cam you pick, but I'm using the Hazard fuse. Only downside to using this, is that when applying the hand brake (assist brake?) You can accidentally push the dash cam fuse out of the socket. I'm sure others can recommend a better fuse.
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I used hazard for constant power and ignition system fuse for accessory power. Just make sure to tuck the extra wiring away up under the panel above the fuse box out of the way and you shouldn't have any issues.
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I went to Amazon and ordered "Simple USBPort Mirror to Dashcam Power Adapter (10 pin Type B). Sold by Dongar Technologies. This worked perfectly for me to tap into the rearview mirror power supply. My dashcam is mounted just to the right of the rearview mirror under the rain sensor. This was the easiest install of an electronic device I have ever done. Most Lexus and Toyota vehicles use this 10 pin power adapter. This adapter is for vehicles with the Gentex Homelink mirror. The connector you need to access is behind the roof top garnish/map light assembly which will have to be removed to access the wiring. This power source is on-off with the ignition switch.
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I just use two "add a fuse" fuse taps from the footwell. I tap the hazards and ignition fuses for constant power and acc power. I have mine tucked and have a ziptie in a few places to keep the excess from dangling and haven't had an issue with accidentally kicking a fuse tap loose. I've been running my setup for about 2 years now, and I use the parking brake regularly.
As far as wiring goes, I just went down the A pillar, then run along the footwell until the rear, then behind the panels by the rear passenger seat up to the headliner. I was able to jam the wires into tight places with the help of plastic trim tools
As far as wiring goes, I just went down the A pillar, then run along the footwell until the rear, then behind the panels by the rear passenger seat up to the headliner. I was able to jam the wires into tight places with the help of plastic trim tools
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