Wolfbox 12.5k mirror dashcam hardwire problem

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crispyDilis
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Wolfbox 12.5k mirror dashcam hardwire problem

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Hi everyone, I’m at my wits end and can’t make my hardwire work.

I have read all the useful tutorial in here but to no avail. I have recently purchased a Wolfbox mirror dashcam that can be powered w/a cig lighter however I want to do a proper hardwire install. I have purchased their hardwire installation kit as well. I have tried installing it but doesn’t work. I have also checked 12v fuse etc with my multimeter, but to be honest I really have no idea if what I was doing is actually right (my first car). I have attached the photo of said hardwire fuse, I also tried slots 45 and 46 both orientation but don’t even work when I turn the engine on :cry:

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Hence, my question is:
1) Is this fuse type compatible with the polo 2018? Unfortunately the hardwire kit doesn’t have any interchangeable fuse, I don’t even know if it is a mini fuse? Or if the polo uses a mini fuse
2) Or do I have to connect both acc and bat connectors to make it work?

I have checked both the fuse in the hardwire kit and they seem to be working according to the tune of the multimeter.

I’dgreatly appreciate all input, thank you
crispyDilis
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Re: Wolfbox 12.5k mirror dashcam hardwire problem

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Re: Wolfbox 12.5k mirror dashcam hardwire problem

Post by CarbonChaos »

Firstly does the dash cam work from the 12volt socket with its supplied wiring ?
If yes then we have access to a complete work shop manual for the AW polo

viewtopic.php?f=71&t=75383

Don’t forget a good earth/ ground is also required 🤔
crispyDilis
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Re: Wolfbox 12.5k mirror dashcam hardwire problem

Post by crispyDilis »

Thank you for taking the time to reply. I have made it work since. Apparently it’s a combination of the dashcam battery being drained and my false routing of the fuse taps. I might make a guide about it in the future, there is so much wealth in this forum that I’m thankful for. But it is hard to stitch together specially if you’re a beginner. Thanks!
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