98 LS400 Dashcam hardwire
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98 LS400 Dashcam hardwire
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I got a recent Blackvue dashcam that comes with parking mode and I am planning to hardwire and use fuse tap. I am completely new to the electricals and dont want to screw around. On following the instructions
So, I have uploaded the junction box diagram here. Do you all think selecting 9-10 (Constant) and 17-18 (ignition-switched fuse) or 29-30 (?) would be good choice? Also where to ground here? I think once the tap is installed I can no longer use the junction box cover.
I got a recent Blackvue dashcam that comes with parking mode and I am planning to hardwire and use fuse tap. I am completely new to the electricals and dont want to screw around. On following the instructions
We always recommend selecting fuse slots that are rated between 10A-30A (in order to properly provide enough power to your dash cam). Always refer to the vehicle owner’s manual to avoid fuse slots that could pertain to certain safety features within your vehicle. For example, avoid fuses that deal with airbags, the horn, stability control programs, etc. Fuses that control certain elements such as the radio, garage door opener, sunroof, etc. are usually safe to use.
For almost all hardwire kits, there are 3 wires that need to be connected: a wire that goes to a constant fuse, a wire that goes to an ignition-switched fuse and another wire that goes to a metal ground bolt. A constant fuse remains on (and thus continues to provide power) even when the vehicle is off, an ignition-switched fuse turns off when the vehicle is off and a ground metal bolt prevents electric shock.
For almost all hardwire kits, there are 3 wires that need to be connected: a wire that goes to a constant fuse, a wire that goes to an ignition-switched fuse and another wire that goes to a metal ground bolt. A constant fuse remains on (and thus continues to provide power) even when the vehicle is off, an ignition-switched fuse turns off when the vehicle is off and a ground metal bolt prevents electric shock.
So, I have uploaded the junction box diagram here. Do you all think selecting 9-10 (Constant) and 17-18 (ignition-switched fuse) or 29-30 (?) would be good choice? Also where to ground here? I think once the tap is installed I can no longer use the junction box cover.
Last edited by Sherl; Jul 22, 2019 at 09:05 PM.
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