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exsodius

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Posted: February 15, 2005 at 3:12 AM / IP Logged

I have a 2002 ford focus. I have just installed a remote system for my central locking. I connected it to the turning indicators(flashing lights) with two 4001 diodes. But they got so warm that smoke developed. The remote modul turns the turning indicators on for 15 seconds when unlocking.

So, how much ampere do you think the turning inicators use. Totally 6 light bulbs. What diode should i use?

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boomer_106

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Posted: February 15, 2005 at 10:38 PM / IP Logged

It might help if you give the make and model of the remote system you used. I suspect you need to use a relay to flash the light circuit. Have a look at this page. https://www.the12volt.com/relays/page4.asp#lf1

exsodius

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Posted: February 15, 2005 at 11:24 PM / IP Logged

[QUOTE=boomer_106]It might help if you give the make and model of the remote system you used. I suspect you need to use a relay to flash the light circuit. Have a look at this page. https://www.the12volt.com/relays/page4.asp#lf1[/QUOTE]

The car is 2002 ford focus wagon.

Remote system is Seco-larm SLI830 keyless entry

boomer_106

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Posted: February 16, 2005 at 8:22 PM / IP Logged

Looking up the specs on that unit it says it has a built in light flashing relay so that's good. Did the install manual tell you to put these diodes on?

exsodius

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Posted: February 16, 2005 at 8:37 PM / IP Logged

boomer_106

No the install manual do not tell me to put on diodes.

But i have connected it to the direction signals. And thats is a left and rigth circuit. So if i connect them toghether, then both turning signals will get light. And then other cars wont know which way i am going :) But that could be kinda cool.

boomer_106

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Posted: February 16, 2005 at 8:42 PM / IP Logged

You should have it connected to the parking light circuit. You would find that at your light switch. The diagram I see says its Orange with a black stripe. Use your meter to verify that when you get to it. Its a positive circuit. You don't need diodes. Connect like this and you should be in business.

exsodius

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Posted: February 16, 2005 at 8:45 PM / IP Logged

boomer_106 wrote:

Does this diagram say where this ORANGE / black wire is located?

Where did you find the diagram?

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boomer_106

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Posted: February 16, 2005 at 8:48 PM / IP Logged

Here is the diagram and yes it says it's located at the light switch.

Ford

Focus

2000-2002

Remote Starter Wiring Colors and Notes
Function	Vehicle Color	Location
Start:	GRAY/BLACK	IGNITION SWITCH HARNESS
Ignition #1:	GREEN/ YELLOW	IGNITION SWTICH HARNESS*
Ignition #2:	N/A
Ignition #3:	N/A
Accessory:	YELLOW	IGNITION SWITCH HARNESS
Brake Light:	GREEN/ RED (+)	AT SWITCH ABOVE PEDAL **
Tach Signal:	BLACK/ LT. GREEN	AT COIL MODULE
Parking Lights:	ORANGE / YELLOW (+)	AT LIGHT SWITCH
Headlights:
Diesel Glow Plug:
Clutch Bypass Wire:
Notes:	* This Vehicle Is Equipped With Ford's Passive Anti-Theft System. Use Universal Alarm Bypass Module part # 2x402 where X can be any number. ** This Wire Is Only Active When The Ignition Is On.

Ford

Focus

2000-2002

Alarm and Keyless Entry Wiring Colors and Notes
Function	Vehicle Color	Location
Constant +12 Volts:	RED	IGNITION SWITCH HARNESS
OEM Alarm Disarm:	BLUE/LIGHT GREEN	IN DRIVERS KICK PANEL
Dome Lights/Superv:
OEM Horn:
Power Lock:	BLACK/ RED (-)	DRIVER'S KICK IN DOOR BOOT ***
Power Unlock:	BLACK / YELLOW (-)	DRIVER'S KICK IN DOOR BOOT ***
Trunk Release:	BLACK / YELLOW (-)	AT TRUNK RELEASE SWITCH
Alarm Input Wire:
Notes:	*** See Installation Note # 201 - Negative Pulse Door Lock Diagram.

boomer_106

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Posted: February 16, 2005 at 8:50 PM / IP Logged

Sorry I meant Orange / YELLOW

exsodius

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Posted: February 16, 2005 at 8:53 PM / IP Logged

Wow where did you get this?

But parking lights says orange / YELLOW not orange with black stripe as your previous post?

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