Fuse box power source for Power Outlet

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Topic: Fuse box power source for Power Outlet

Posted By: BEATBOYY
Subject: Fuse box power source for Power Outlet
Date Posted: July 11, 2004 at 6:57 AM

Hey All:

In order to install a neon license plate and washer lights I decided to get a Quick Connect Power Outlet by Bell. It will allow me to hook up 6 direct wire compnents and control them with a switch. Its a 2 wire connection +/- and the directions say to hook up the positive wire to an "Open ATO Fuse Socket" in my fuse box. The problem is, I cant find anything "open" in the fuse box of my 2002 Toyota Highlander. Does anyone know where I can find it or do you have an alternative installation?

Thanks

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Posted By: Teamrf
Date Posted: July 11, 2004 at 5:17 PM

You should use a relay and hook it up under your dash to a constant 12volt source with a toggle switch on it.

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Posted By: BEATBOYY
Date Posted: July 12, 2004 at 12:23 PM

What about connecting the Power Outlet to a constant 12 volt source? Would that also work? Or would I need a relay?