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2005 malibu, amplifier

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Forum Name: Car Audio
Forum Discription: Car Stereos, Amplifiers, Crossovers, Processors, Speakers, Subwoofers, etc.
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Printed Date: May 15, 2024 at 2:27 PM


Topic: 2005 malibu, amplifier

Posted By: actmd2011
Subject: 2005 malibu, amplifier
Date Posted: April 15, 2007 at 11:25 PM

i am installing an amplifier in this car, the stock stereo stays on til you open the drivers door even after you turn the car off.   where do i hook the remote trigger wire for the amp.  i had it hooked to the lighter , but the lighter is always on, it drains the battery. 

mr commando



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Posted By: tcss
Date Posted: April 19, 2007 at 7:23 PM
You need to find a switched wire under the dash somewhere that is independent of the radio.  There is no switched wire behind the radio because of a digital bus that turns the factory radio on and off.  In newer chevy's, especially the trucks, there is a large white wire under the sterring column which is ignition switched.  but Don't take my word for it, use a multimeter to check it first. 

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