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taddyangle

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Posted: November 29, 2007 at 7:22 PM / IP Logged

I am trying to use the OBD to get a switched power signal. On my Ford F-150 there is a pin that goes to 12v when the ignition starts. I tried the same thing on a 2008 GMC, and a 2000 Lexus, neither had a pin that went to 12v when the vehicle was started.

I need a really quick way to install a GPS tracking system, but need power, ground and ignition. Does anyone know if pin 7 on the Ford OBD goes to 12v on all Ford vehicles when ignition is started?

Any suggestions on a super quick install for power, ground and ignition?

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solidog

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Posted: December 05, 2007 at 4:34 AM / IP Logged

just tap into the ignition loom that come out the end of the steering column, or take out the radio for an ign sw feed

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ibasspro

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Joined: October 10, 2007

Location: California, United States

Posted: December 06, 2007 at 12:19 AM / IP Logged

I think what the guy is saying, is he cannot find one at the radio. Tap into the Cig. lighter...not power outlet.

ON 200-new GM trucks, in the connection box in the drivers kick. Top row....2nd or 3rd pin from the left is ign. switched

used to be loud, used to be fast...now I am married LOL

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taddyangle

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Posted: December 06, 2007 at 7:54 AM / IP Logged

Thanks, for the feedback. I am trying to install hundreds of these at a time, and now I am using the OBD plug and that is the fastest way, so far to get power and ground. I also need ignition, but am determining the only way to get that is to hit the ignition harness. I was looking for a shortcut, but perhaps there is not one.

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