1996 Volkswagen Jetta Wiring

Tiny
JOHN0100
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  • 1996 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA
  • 4 CYL
  • FWD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 200,000 MILES
I am trying to hook up 12V LED lights. I wanted to hook them up to the light switch but because there is a dimming wheel I don't get the 12V that I need.
Is there a wire I can splice into that has the constant 12V that I need when the car light switch is turned on?
Also I noticed that the cigarette lighter does not get 12V when I turn my lights on, why is that.
Friday, September 3rd, 2010 AT 10:46 PM

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Tiny
MADMIKE1735
  • MECHANIC
  • 951 POSTS
Most things in a vw or audi are controlled by the ignition. Key off= power off. If you need constant power, go to the battery, but run a fuse, and a switch. That way you can turn off your leds when you want to.
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Friday, September 10th, 2010 AT 10:04 PM

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