V1 Hardwire Problem
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Just followed the instructions on DonJuan's awesome instructions on the DIY section of this board and when I went to fire it up - nothing !
I've double checked everything and nothing. Any ideas? Mine is an 05. Has anyone else with an 05 tried this?
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I've double checked everything and nothing. Any ideas? Mine is an 05. Has anyone else with an 05 tried this?
Oh, Happy New Year everyone
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Originally Posted by Bokke' date='Jan 1 2005, 05:15 PM
Just followed the instructions on DonJuan's awesome instructions on the DIY section of this board and when I went to fire it up - nothing !
I've double checked everything and nothing.? Any ideas?? Mine is an 05.? Has anyone else with an 05 tried this?
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I've double checked everything and nothing.? Any ideas?? Mine is an 05.? Has anyone else with an 05 tried this?
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Just wired mine this morning using those same instructions . . . are you sure you have the correct wire? Also, make sure the connector is on right and you are grounded properly.
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I did not follow those instructions but the E60's have a wide range of operating volts. My cigarette lighter goes above 15.6 volts, as does the usual jack in point in the fuse box, and my radar detector is detecting a "High Voltage Condition". This only happens when I shift my SMG. I noticed that you have a manual. It still works but beeps with the HVC a few times every hour or so.
There was a post here with the normal ranges of volts for E60 circuits, which did show some big swings but I can't find it. Maybe this is your problem.
If not check the easy things first. Does the V1 have an inline fuse?
There was a post here with the normal ranges of volts for E60 circuits, which did show some big swings but I can't find it. Maybe this is your problem.
If not check the easy things first. Does the V1 have an inline fuse?
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If you're sure the wiring you did is correct, then definetly make sure the power wire you tapped into is making a good connection. Dont use the blue connector that came with the detector cause its made for thicker wires. You need to go to autozone or autop parts store and get a red one. Let us know how it goes.
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I used the V1 connector successfully. The green and yellow wires are the switched 12V connections. My connector took a minute or two to finish biting through the insulation after I clamped it. I has been working like a charm since. I hooked into the yelllow/green wire going into the rain sensor and grounded on one of the screws into the body overhead. Be sure you are well grounded.
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Originally Posted by JDN' date='Jan 1 2005, 07:19 PM
I used the V1 connector successfully. The green and yellow wires are the switched 12V connections. My connector took a minute or two to finish biting through the insulation after I clamped it. I has been working like a charm since. I hooked into the yelllow/green wire going into the rain sensor and grounded on one of the screws into the body overhead. Be sure you are well grounded.
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