SUV- Rear Spare Is Off... best way to finish job

[OrangeCrush]

Am I to understand that all you're looking for is a power supply for the license plate lights?

If so, just tap into any constant power source. It doesn't matter if they're on during the day, you can't see them anyways.

Isn't there an inside light on the rear tailgate?

You can get your powersource from almost anywhere. I always stay away from tapping into brake/taillight power sources.

Mark

Originally Posted by pdxrealtor

Alright... making progress.

The rear pocket did end up as a good fit, so I ordered it from GM parts direct. It just got here today..... the wire harness was on back order because they did not have anyone to make it for them. I think I have it worked out but need verification..

I've attached this pick to make it easy for you guys to understand what I want to do.

Will this work without blowing fuses or hurting the electrical system?
Attachment 52108
Basically tapping into another light source for the license plate light power.

[pdxrealtor]

Thanks Mark,

Yes you are correct.

There is not a constant light source in the lift gate.

I can't imagine the OEM harness is anything but 2 extra wires with license plate light plugs that come off the lift gate xmas tree lights and down to the plate......

It sucks there isn't a microfiche like in the jetski world.


Thanks for the info... it'll be passed onto the audio installers.