Fog Lamp/High Beam relay

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I want my fog lamps on when I'm running with my high beams. I would like to disconnect the wire instead of using a jumper. What wire should I disconnect in order to keep the fog lamps on with the highs? Where is it at under the dash and what color? If I have to use a jumper do I do it at the fuse panel inside the truck or in the power center under the hood? Any help would be appreciated. Remember, this is a 99 and I think the wiring changed some from earlier model 24 valve trucks, but I'm not 100% certain. Thanks for the help in advance. I'm going to go try to find the answer in the service manual. Problem with that is I'm not schematic literate.

John

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1999 Dodge Ram 3500 Quad Cab 5 spd; 4:10 LSD rear; Mag-Hytec diff. cover; Speedliner spray in bed-liner; Amsoil air filter; Smittybuilt step rails; Geno's Manual transmission filter kit; Geno's EZ Drain oil pan plug; US Gear EGT and Boost gauges on a twin A pillar mount. Towing a 31 ft. NOMAD single slideout TT.
Rammin' and Runnin', but not stepping on the rails

 

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The reason the stock wiring does not permit running the fogs with high beams is that it is illegal in some states (like mine). Watch out for smokey.

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Ron
2000/2500SWB,XLT+, 4x4 QC, 6-speed, Camper/Tow Pak, D/C Nerf Bars & Splash Guards

 

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John,

The subject of foglights with high beam was here several weeks ago. The consensus at that time was to use a jumper.

My model year 2000 is probably similar to your 1999. The procedure is pretty basic:

1. Remove the foglight relay from the Power Distribution Center.

2. Use a jumper to short the two large sockets (3 and 5) where the relay used to be.

You'll need two quarter-inch male spade type connectors and a short length of wire. Use spade connectors with the exposed male lug -there is no room for insulation around the connector.

Thomas