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Adding LED Strip to Hatch. How to Tap Into Wiring For Rear Lights?

Discussion in 'Gen 3 Prius Accessories and Modifications' started by Ragz, Mar 25, 2021.

  1. Ragz

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    looking to add a led strip below the rear hatch, how do i gain access to the rear wiring for lights/ blinker. stop light?
    Thanks
     
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    There is a little cover on the inside next to the light assembly.
     
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    right by the gas tank opening?
    i thought that was it
    just unwrap those wires and i can match them up?
     
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    In this video you see the cover that I mean:

    I don't know if you have a constant 12V from the rear light assembly and also don't know if you want to put in on the inside or outside. I assume inside for opening the hatch? Why not wire it through to the existing trunk light?
     
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    i want to connect to blinkers, stoplight and regular lights
     
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    #6 amarino, Apr 7, 2021
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