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  • How to tap into the rear reverse light please

    I have searched the forum, however, I couldn't find an answer.

    I am going to install a reverse camera and monitor. http://www.dealextreme.com/details.dx/s ... r.31501031

    The system is powered from the rear camera that is connected to the reverse light power.

    I had a look at the rear tail-light assembly today, however, I can't work out where the power wire is for the reverse light.

    Can anyone please assist?
    October 2003 build GLX Prado Diesel. Nudge Bar, window tinting, fitted sheepskin seatcovers, bonnet protector, cargo barrier, sandgrabba mats and empty pockets.
    Retired Nt Police and now TPI

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    Re: How to tap into the rear revers light please

    Forget the tail lights, too much mucking around IMO. There's a brown reverse wire that travels along the dash behind the satnav unit - just tap into that when you have the unit out.

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    • #3
      Re: How to tap into the rear reverse light please

      I have a Sept 03 build GXL, there is no sat nav.

      Not looking good.
      October 2003 build GLX Prado Diesel. Nudge Bar, window tinting, fitted sheepskin seatcovers, bonnet protector, cargo barrier, sandgrabba mats and empty pockets.
      Retired Nt Police and now TPI

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      • #4
        Re: How to tap into the rear reverse light please

        Radio then. Not 100% sure but as far as I know it's part of the standard wiring and not satnav specific. Popping the radio out only takes a few minutes so worth a look, it's very easy to see and get to.

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        • #5
          Re: How to tap into the rear reverse light please

          At the tail light- red with black trace is the reverse light active. (2005 TD, I assume it hasn't changed across models but confirm with a test light or multimeter)

          Mick
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          • #6
            Re: How to tap into the rear reverse light please

            I tapped into the rear tail light for my install, ran a double core cable to the front of the car to attach to a switch, the second core i used to send the power back to the camera at the rear... if that makes any sense! as MickL has already put if my memory recalls correctly it's the red one with the black strip.

            looks a bit like this



            thought i had a pic of where i tapped it in but can't find the bugger!

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            • #7
              Re: How to tap into the rear reverse light please

              Originally posted by McBAIN
              I tapped into the rear tail light for my install, ran a double core cable to the front of the car to attach to a switch, the second core i used to send the power back to the camera at the rear... if that makes any sense! as MickL has already put if my memory recalls correctly it's the red one with the black strip.

              looks a bit like this



              thought i had a pic of where i tapped it in but can't find the bugger!
              I think a few on PP have done the switch thing but if you include a diode into the circuit, (have to put it in the right direction) you will only need 1 wire to the switch. Thats how I did it.
              07 Prado GXL, D4D manual, silver and a fridge with constantly changing beer levels.

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              • #8
                Re: How to tap into the rear reverse light please

                Thanks fella's.
                October 2003 build GLX Prado Diesel. Nudge Bar, window tinting, fitted sheepskin seatcovers, bonnet protector, cargo barrier, sandgrabba mats and empty pockets.
                Retired Nt Police and now TPI

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                • #9
                  Re: How to tap into the rear reverse light please

                  I picked up the wire from under the centre console. Once I had it open, it was just a matter of tracing the wire. I think I shifted into reverse and then used a multi-meter to pick up which wire was giving power to the lights. Much closer to the front end and easy to find. I also used the diode.

                  oh, and I have an 03 GXL

                  This was from Firey in a different thread

                  You need to put a diode in the line from the reverse light to the camera. This will allow current to flow to the camera when the reverse light comes on but will block the current flow back to the reverse lights when you turn the switch on. Get a diode which has current rating greater than the maximum current that is drawn by your reversing camera.

                  Jaycar has a 3 amp general purpose diode Cat no ZR1014 for 25 cents.
                  http://www.jaycar.com.au

                  Make sure you put the diode in the right way around. There is usually a band around one end and you connect that end to the camera.

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                  • #10
                    Re: How to tap into the rear reverse light please

                    As a birthday pressie the wife is going hit her purse and pay for an auto elec to do the install.

                    I don't think she trusts my skills too much :twisted:
                    October 2003 build GLX Prado Diesel. Nudge Bar, window tinting, fitted sheepskin seatcovers, bonnet protector, cargo barrier, sandgrabba mats and empty pockets.
                    Retired Nt Police and now TPI

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                    • #11
                      Re: How to tap into the rear reverse light please

                      I have finished the install all by my lonesome.

                      All the auto elec's are too busy fixing farmers equipment as harvest is on, so, I tried myself and here is the end result.

                      The socket in the 12v plug is for my Navman.

                      October 2003 build GLX Prado Diesel. Nudge Bar, window tinting, fitted sheepskin seatcovers, bonnet protector, cargo barrier, sandgrabba mats and empty pockets.
                      Retired Nt Police and now TPI

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                      • #12
                        Re: How to tap into the rear reverse light please

                        nicely done!

                        where did you end up getting your power from?

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                        • #13
                          Re: How to tap into the rear reverse light please

                          I managed to access the 12 volt socket on the console.

                          The pink wire was the power and I used an existing bolt as a ground.

                          The hardest part was fitting the rear camera, taking of the back door trim and getting the wiring up to the dash.

                          For a small 2.5 inch screen I am surprised by the clarity and focus of the picture.

                          I ended up buying one from fleabay for $99.00.
                          October 2003 build GLX Prado Diesel. Nudge Bar, window tinting, fitted sheepskin seatcovers, bonnet protector, cargo barrier, sandgrabba mats and empty pockets.
                          Retired Nt Police and now TPI

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