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markcass123 · 04-27-2012, 11:31 AM

Hey guys,

Im doing a sub install in my friends 6 cylinder camaro. I was wondering what I should use for my hot switch for my amp. Everythings real easy with the battery being in the trunk. I ran a wire to the fusebox but its poorly labeled and im not sure which fuse to tap into to use as my hot wire. Its a newer car and im afraid some may mess with security/onboard computer any suggestions?

DieHardBattery · 04-27-2012, 01:23 PM

You might find your answer quicker here... http://www.camaro5.com/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=29

Aries240SS · 04-27-2012, 01:31 PM

There is a green wire in the harness to the cigarette lighter. (Green in my 2011 SS)
It's only on when the ignition is on, and shuts off when the radio goes off after turning off the car.

motley1987 · 04-28-2012, 10:30 AM

I bought a PAC LOC with the remote wire built in and it works great. I bought one without it and when I looked at how I'd run the wire to the cigarette lighter, I decided it wasn't worth it. If you need an LOC anyway, you might as well get one with the remote built in. It's so much easier.

Ben

Waste · 04-28-2012, 11:24 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by motley1987

I bought a PAC LOC with the remote wire built in and it works great. I bought one without it and when I looked at how I'd run the wire to the cigarette lighter, I decided it wasn't worth it. If you need an LOC anyway, you might as well get one with the remote built in. It's so much easier.

Ben

Where did you get that at? I'm looking for the same setup.

motley1987 · 04-30-2012, 02:47 PM

I got mine from a local car stereo place. Another member told me he got his from Best Buy, but the one near me didn't have any. Amazon has them too and I think cheaper than mine was, but I didn't want to wait for shipping so I paid extra.

Ben

motley1987 · 04-30-2012, 02:49 PM

Also, there was a step by step instructions thread here using the exact LOC I used so between that and the instructions that came with the LOC, the install was really simple. You'll just have to search around the site a bit. I think the model is PAC SOEM-T. Good luck!

jeepguy_1980 · 04-30-2012, 08:04 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Aries240SS

There is a green wire in the harness to the cigarette lighter. (Green in my 2011 SS)
It's only on when the ignition is on, and shuts off when the radio goes off after turning off the car.

I would recommend not doing this.

I too have a non-ba system and used the factory remote amp line.

See here: http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=213330

04-27-2012, 11:31 AM	#1
markcass123 Drives: Black 2012 camaro lfx Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: United States Posts: 1	2012 Camaro subwoofer install Hey guys, Im doing a sub install in my friends 6 cylinder camaro. I was wondering what I should use for my hot switch for my amp. Everythings real easy with the battery being in the trunk. I ran a wire to the fusebox but its poorly labeled and im not sure which fuse to tap into to use as my hot wire. Its a newer car and im afraid some may mess with security/onboard computer any suggestions?

04-27-2012, 01:23 PM	#2
DieHardBattery Camaro Owner & Enthusiast Drives: 2011 Camaro 2LS Join Date: May 2011 Location: Houston, TX Posts: 415 View My Garage	You might find your answer quicker here... http://www.camaro5.com/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=29 __________________

04-27-2012, 01:31 PM	#3
Aries240SS Drives: 2011 1SS RS Camaro, 1995 LSX 240SX Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Austin, TX Posts: 291	There is a green wire in the harness to the cigarette lighter. (Green in my 2011 SS) It's only on when the ignition is on, and shuts off when the radio goes off after turning off the car. __________________ 2011 Camaro 1SS/RS Hotchkis Chassis Brace, Rotofab Intake, Hurst Short Shifter, BMR Springs / Trailing Arms / Sways, Nitrous Outlet 150 Shot, SubThump Stealth Box, TSP 1 7/8 Headers, VMax TB, JRE Scoop, Rotofab Washer Relocation, JRE Tune

04-28-2012, 10:30 AM	#4
motley1987 Drives: 2011 Camaro 1LT Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Delaware Posts: 397	I bought a PAC LOC with the remote wire built in and it works great. I bought one without it and when I looked at how I'd run the wire to the cigarette lighter, I decided it wasn't worth it. If you need an LOC anyway, you might as well get one with the remote built in. It's so much easier. Ben __________________ 2011 IOM 1LT RS. K&N Typhoon CAI; Sequential taillights, SLP faded gill overlays, VMAX CNC ported TB, RX Ported IM, RX breather, OEM STB, 4 gauge pack, Alpine amp and sub, convertible spoiler, IOM painted rear diffuser, SS front and rear sways, IOM Street Scene splitter, IOM hideaway headlight covers.

04-30-2012, 02:47 PM	#6
motley1987 Drives: 2011 Camaro 1LT Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Delaware Posts: 397	I got mine from a local car stereo place. Another member told me he got his from Best Buy, but the one near me didn't have any. Amazon has them too and I think cheaper than mine was, but I didn't want to wait for shipping so I paid extra. Ben __________________ 2011 IOM 1LT RS. K&N Typhoon CAI; Sequential taillights, SLP faded gill overlays, VMAX CNC ported TB, RX Ported IM, RX breather, OEM STB, 4 gauge pack, Alpine amp and sub, convertible spoiler, IOM painted rear diffuser, SS front and rear sways, IOM Street Scene splitter, IOM hideaway headlight covers.

04-30-2012, 02:49 PM	#7
motley1987 Drives: 2011 Camaro 1LT Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Delaware Posts: 397	Also, there was a step by step instructions thread here using the exact LOC I used so between that and the instructions that came with the LOC, the install was really simple. You'll just have to search around the site a bit. I think the model is PAC SOEM-T. Good luck! __________________ 2011 IOM 1LT RS. K&N Typhoon CAI; Sequential taillights, SLP faded gill overlays, VMAX CNC ported TB, RX Ported IM, RX breather, OEM STB, 4 gauge pack, Alpine amp and sub, convertible spoiler, IOM painted rear diffuser, SS front and rear sways, IOM Street Scene splitter, IOM hideaway headlight covers.