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Non Canbus power supply for rear parking sensors
Posted: Tue Mar 31, 2015 7:53 pm
by keithcheetham
I have fitted aftermarket rear parking sensors to my daughters 60 plate 1.2 SE, but the Canbus is obviously not giving the correct voltage for the control unit as I have tapped into the reversing light. Is there an alternate 12V power supply, such as possible standard wiring in place for rear power socket that I can use for the sensors control unit, switching through a relay off the reversing lights.
Re: Non Canbus power supply for rear parking sensors
Posted: Wed Apr 01, 2015 8:11 am
by iichel
Yes, there is. If you have a 12V socket, that's easy.
Else I'd suggest the dome light.
A relay controlled by the reverse light should work, thats how my camera works
Re: Non Canbus power supply for rear parking sensors
Posted: Thu Apr 02, 2015 11:10 pm
by keithcheetham
As there is no power socket fitted in the rear of the car, could someone advise where they are located when fitted so that I can look if the wiring is fitted as standard. I would then be able to tap into it if available.
Re: Non Canbus power supply for rear parking sensors
Posted: Fri Apr 03, 2015 6:12 pm
by rsmagee
I would use a tap-a-fuse, and run the wire under the sills. Its super easy to slip a wire under.