• Mustang Forums
  • 2005 - 2014 S-197 Mustang -General/Talk-

Problems With Electrical Wiring! Help!

  • Thread starter Thread starter nkgrass1
  • Start date Start date Jul 19, 2012
N

nkgrass1

New Member
Jul 19, 2012
2
0
1
Jul 19, 2012
#1
  • Jul 19, 2012
  • #1
I am installing some LED lights on the interior. I have it all set and wires fed through their respective spots. I am trying to crimp it with the headlamps, so that when I turn on the lamps, the interior lights turn on as well. However, the Haynes manual I purchased said that the head lamps on wire was red/white. I clipped and crimped and did it all, and nothing. I tested it after the failed attempt and left the wire separate and the lamps still came on? Does anyone know which wire that goes into the switch actually turns on the head lamps? Thanks! Nate.
 

joe_momma

Member
Nov 29, 1999
115
7
19
Jul 20, 2012
#2
  • Jul 20, 2012
  • #2
If you have a 12volt tester that would help you. I think there is a wiring diagram on the site somewhere too.
 

JakeInWA

New Member
Jul 20, 2012
4
0
1
Washington State
Jul 22, 2012
#3
  • Jul 22, 2012
  • #3
What year? I'll find out for you. I've replaced and rewired my headlight switch a few times so can try to help. Find the years vary. Year and model please?
 
N

nkgrass1

New Member
Jul 19, 2012
2
0
1
Jul 22, 2012
#4
  • Jul 22, 2012
  • #4
Its an 06' V6 Standard Coupe. I figured it out! I bought the test light and it turns out the only wire that had any 12v power was the yellow/brown cable, which in turn is the light dimmer for when you turn on your parking lamps. I spliced those wires all together and now when I sit with my park lamps on, the interior lights are on as well, and they dim too. So its an added bonus. Thanks for help guys! Here's a pic!
With this led installation, I also took apart the dash/console area to throw in that Pioneer radio. Pretty excited about it!
 

Attachments

  • 483217_3137850219957_38497080_n.webp
    16.7 KB · Views: 120

joe_momma

Member
Nov 29, 1999
115
7
19
Jul 23, 2012
#5
  • Jul 23, 2012
  • #5
Looks good!
 
D

drakelouis29

New Member
Jul 23, 2012
10
0
1
Jul 24, 2012
#6
  • Jul 24, 2012
  • #6
you have to watch the diaphragm of the wire it may be having some sort of issue or you need to replace the head lamps.
 
You must log in or register to reply here.

Similar threads

2
Resolved Electrical mayhem
  • 2000ElectricGreen
  • Mar 13, 2026
  • 1996 - 2004 SN95 Mustang -General/Talk-
Replies
3
Views
392
1996 - 2004 SN95 Mustang -General/Talk- Sep 4, 2026
2000ElectricGreen
2
T
2002 V6 3.8L Help Me
  • TheIncompetentMechanic
  • Apr 4, 2026
  • 1996 - 2004 SN95 Mustang -General/Talk-
  • 2 3
Replies
50
Views
1K
1996 - 2004 SN95 Mustang -General/Talk- May 12, 2026
TheIncompetentMechanic
T
A
Resolved Electrical Help Please
  • Alabama
  • Jan 22, 2026
  • 1979 - 1995 (Fox, SN95.0, & 2.3L) -General/Talk-
Replies
2
Views
337
1979 - 1995 (Fox, SN95.0, & 2.3L) -General/Talk- Jan 22, 2026
AeroCoupe
1
Electrical Headlight harness trouble
  • 1985fox
  • Apr 14, 2026
  • Fox 5.0 Mustang Tech
Replies
7
Views
400
Fox 5.0 Mustang Tech Apr 17, 2026
AeroCoupe
T
Progress Thread 2002 Mustang 3.8L CV
  • TheIncompetentMechanic
  • May 26, 2026
  • 1996 - 2004 SN95 Mustang -General/Talk-
Replies
1
Views
132
1996 - 2004 SN95 Mustang -General/Talk- Jun 1, 2026
TheIncompetentMechanic
T
Share:
Bluesky Email Share Link
  • Mustang Forums
  • 2005 - 2014 S-197 Mustang -General/Talk-
Menu
Log in

Register

  • Forums
  • What's new
  • Media
  • Resources
  • Contact
  • Sponsor
X

Privacy & Transparency

We use cookies and similar technologies for the following purposes:

  • Personalized ads and content
  • Content measurement and audience insights

Do you accept cookies and these technologies?

X

Privacy & Transparency

We use cookies and similar technologies for the following purposes:

  • Personalized ads and content
  • Content measurement and audience insights

Do you accept cookies and these technologies?