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Paul Bennett · 10-12-2018, 06:42 AM

My spotlight isn't connected. I'm sure it was wired when I got the car but it isn't hooked up right now and I can't find where it was. Since it's an accessory, it's not included in the wiring diagram of the shop manual.

I worry. Logic says connect it to the accessory terminal of the ignition switch to prevent running the battery down should someone inadvertently turn it on during daylight hours. But I don't like loading up the ignition switch. Logic also suggests connecting it to the headlight switch circuit as headlights are rarely left on. But it might be needed with the headlights off. Then perhaps just connect it thru a fuse to the battery and not worry.

Never having a car with a spotlight I'm unaware of the pros and cons. But it's there so it just as well be connected. I can't find the lamp # or wattage, anyone know? My legend has worn off the bulb.

Obviously there is no perfect place so where is your's connected, or where would you connect one should you have one?

10-12-2018, 06:42 AM	#1
Paul Bennett Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2016 Posts: 628	Spotlight electrically wired into what best place? My spotlight isn't connected. I'm sure it was wired when I got the car but it isn't hooked up right now and I can't find where it was. Since it's an accessory, it's not included in the wiring diagram of the shop manual. I worry. Logic says connect it to the accessory terminal of the ignition switch to prevent running the battery down should someone inadvertently turn it on during daylight hours. But I don't like loading up the ignition switch. Logic also suggests connecting it to the headlight switch circuit as headlights are rarely left on. But it might be needed with the headlights off. Then perhaps just connect it thru a fuse to the battery and not worry. Never having a car with a spotlight I'm unaware of the pros and cons. But it's there so it just as well be connected. I can't find the lamp # or wattage, anyone know? My legend has worn off the bulb. Obviously there is no perfect place so where is your's connected, or where would you connect one should you have one?