2014 D40 Ignition Switching

[smithyd40]

Hey guys,

currently setting up a BCDC redarc charger in the tub - have done a bit of reading and am trying to find the cleanest way to get an ignition feed to the charger, seems most people just splice in at the ignition barrel.

Ideally i would like to get this from somewhere in the engine bay so it all stays nice and organised without ripping the cabin apart. I will need to run 6mm wire from the main battery to the tub as well as this ignition fed wire.

Any suggestions would be appreciated.

Thanks

 

[Old.Tony]

Just behind the battery is a box called the IPDM/ER (Intelligent Power Distribution Module/Engine Room). Inside are a bunch of relays and connections, some of which become active when the ignition is on. That's what you're after.

 

[smithyd40]

Thanks Tony - Will grab my multimeter when i head to work!

Cheers

 

[FitzyD40]

I wired in a DC to DC charger on the weekend. I used the fusebox located just in front on the master cylinder. If you take the lid off you will see a few plugs. I picked up power on the front plug on the right had side of the box. It was a red wire with a silver (I think) stripe on it. If you have a meter double check, or if you need I can check the exact wire tonight. I just drilled a small hole in the back of the fusebox lid and put a small grommet in it. (Just saw Tony's post, same box)