Wiring Running Board Lights

[thepipe1]

Hello, All:

Just installed a set of illuminated running boards from eBay. For lighting, I have to tap into the truck's left and right parking lights and turn signal lights. I also need the dome light.



Anyone have suggestions on the best places to find these wires? TIA

 

[GCross]

When I did this on my '98 I tapped into the harness that runs along the frame to the rear lights, just use a test light with a point to find the right one.

 

[thepipe1]

Wires

Anyone know which wire? It will be easier if I have an idea where to start.

 

[R.M.THOMPSON]

There is another concept to when and what do you want the lights to do ! There is a wire under the driver's side a-piller/grap handle that feeds the CARGO LIGHT. This is powered up when A)the remote unlock is initiated B) the roller dash switch is positioned to CARGO . Both are timed out if forgoten. This method alloes illuminated entry into the vehicle at night from a distance. Unfortunatly , no on will see them when the truck is in motion ! Also ,the relay that this wire feeds under the hood is a good place to add in a feed to a set of inexpensive fog light to attach to the underside of the hood. WOOOOOW, what a well lit place to have to work if the need arises. I've even got enough light to blast the engine compartment of another vehicle when assisting others at night and as I said this cicuit is timed to go off if forgoten.