Troubleshooting Cab Protector Spot Lights Wired Into Reverse Light Circuit on Truck

Question:

We hooked up spot lights on cab protector and tied into reverse light. When put into reserve the lights flick on but immediately go out. We had this issue on our old truck and the for dealer tapped into something else to prevent the problem. Cant remember whAt they did...help?

asked by: Dennis

Expert Reply:

It sounds like your new spot lights might simply be drawing too much power for the reverse light circuit on your truck to handle. In order to have the lights power on when going into reverse, you will need to tap into the vehicle's reverse light circuit, so there is not really another place where you could connect them.

I also recommend checking to make sure the lights are grounded properly, as a weak ground might be allowing for just enough power to turn the lights on, but not enough for them to remain activated.

If the lights are drawing too much power, your best option might be to simply wire them directly to the truck's battery and use a switch like # PK34571. This won't allow the lights to turn on automatically when going in reverse, but you can use the switch to power them on whenever they are needed.

expert reply by: Chris R