12 Volt Warning Lights Stays on After Install 4 to 7-Way Converter on a 2006 Nissan Pathfinder
Question:
After reading the expert answer and watching the video my question is this. If the Curt 4 way - 7 way #C57674 is installed properly and wired directly to the battery, the 12V warning light will remain on when the vehicle is turned off and keys removed. Does having this red light on 24/7 run down the vehicles battery?
asked by: Michael C
Helpful Expert Reply:
First we need to determine why that light is coming on in the first place. If it is coming on after you have installed adapter # C57674 then there is either a draw on the circuit or the vehicle thinks there is. Normally this is caused by a dirty trailer connector or corrosion but since it is a new installation that does not seem likely.
The 12 volt power wire (black) is supposed to be installed via a 40 amp circuit breaker, # PK54540. If connected directly to the battery, that may be an issue. If there was any corrosion where you installed the power wire or if there is a nick in the wiring leading back to the 7-Way that is touching metal that can be causing a short.
Whether or not that light will drain the battery depends largely on how much power it draws. It is not likely to draw too much power and if you drive the vehicle every day then it should be fine.
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Pollak Circuit Breaker - Cycling/Automatic Reset - 40 Amp - Straight Mount Bracket
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Michael C.
4/18/2013
I do have a 40 - amp inline circuit breaker PK54540 installed. Its wired with the copper terminal to the tow vehicles battery and silver terminal to the Curt C57674 4-7 way adapter. There is no corrosion or nicks in the wiring, The red 12 volt light is still on. Any other ideas or recommendations would be appreciated?