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CCFL's in boot! help please...
« on: Oct 30, 2008, 11:50AM »
ok guys, i got a spare pair of CCFL's and as the boot doesn't have a light i was wondering if there's a way i can install the 2 in the boot and they come on when the boot is opened??? lemme know guys, thanks alot
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Re: CCFL's in boot! help please...
« Reply #1 on: Oct 30, 2008, 12:43PM »
The u13 never came with interior boot light?  if there was assuming its 12v just tap the CCFL power from its light socket.

To retro fit one you'll need a door switch (from any old car or jaycar) mount that where its triggered by the boot opening.
Then put it in positive series with your CCFL power and run the other end to a constant 12v source.

Should be pretty easy.

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Re: CCFL's in boot! help please...
« Reply #2 on: Oct 30, 2008, 11:47PM »
My U13 got a light in the boot

Turns on when boot is opened. Its in the centre, underside, of the rear parcel shelf. if that makes sense
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Re: CCFL's in boot! help please...
« Reply #3 on: Oct 31, 2008, 12:06AM »
I also have a light in my boot!

i'd think they all do?
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Re: CCFL's in boot! help please...
« Reply #4 on: Oct 31, 2008, 12:20AM »
my guess is the bulb is blown.

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Re: CCFL's in boot! help please...
« Reply #5 on: Oct 31, 2008, 01:50PM »
lol i'll check as soon as i get home
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