I'm looking for an easily accessible "switched" 12V underhood power source. I would like to stay out of the IPDM E/R (Intelligent Power Distribution Module Engine Room) box if possible.

I want to use this "switched" 12V source as a control signal. The additional amp draw will be minimal.
<P ID="edit"><FONT class="small"><EM>Edited by DaveO on 10/29/03 10:20 AM.</EM></FONT></P>

 

What do you need power for? I just totally re-wired my car so I can help you if you give me some info.


Russ

Black w/willow, 6MT Coupe, nav, aero, V1, PS2, & TVs all up in the headrests.
Jax, FL

 

While we are talking about wiring, I just ran a power cable to the trunk and found that extra post on the positive terminal just a little too convienent. What is it really there for? From what I can tell so far it loses power when you start the car and that is the only difference. It's ok to use, right?

 

thats a tough one, i just looked into this and almost everything is gonna be in the IPDM.

03 6MT coupe, red/willow, premium, aero, splash guards, alum pedals, clear corners, 15% tint

 

redwillow,

The only switched 12V power source I've found so far is to the EVAP canister purge solenoid.

I may have to change my mind and go into the IPDM E/R. Would you offer the benefit of your experience?

Thanks in advance,

DaveO

 

sure, i'll have to check the manual schematics again and get back to you. I never actually went through with connecting anything to the IPDM.

03 6MT coupe, red/willow, premium, aero, splash guards, alum pedals, clear corners, 15% tint

 

looks like IPDM pin 11 or pin 6. You'll need to check it with a circuit tester or mulitmeter.

You can find em on the IPDM if you check the service manual on page PG-25.

....If not, the ignition relay is in the IPDM and my guess would be that might work also. Again, you'll have to check it with a meter or tester.

03 6MT coupe, red/willow, premium, aero, splash guards, alum pedals, clear corners, 15% tint

 

In my 2005 6mt G35 Sedan: