Fog light install help, with diagram...

[t3knoman]

The following 2 pictures are what is missing from my 07 LE V6 Camry. Basically only the fog light harness was wired. What is in red is what is missing, which means it was not completed plus I’m missing the relay, but this can be easily obtained. I am pretty familiar where all the plugs are.
The question is after the two pics…


Could I just use whatever proper gauge wire to run the wires that are missing, I will illustrate (poorly) in the following to diagrams.


Of course I would have to buy the relay plus the proper dimmer switch (signal switch).
I have been lurking on the forum for sometime and have searched all over. I am aware of the various posts regarding this. I plan on releasing a more comprehensive DIY guide if i successfully do it myself.

[Luna2]

Originally Posted by t3knoman

The following 2 pictures are what is missing from my 07 LE V6 Camry. Basically only the fog light harness was wired. What is in red is what is missing, which means it was not completed plus I’m missing the relay, but this can be easily obtained. I am pretty familiar where all the plugs are.
The question is after the two pics…


Could I just use whatever proper gauge wire to run the wires that are missing, I will illustrate (poorly) in the following to diagrams.


Of course I would have to buy the relay plus the proper dimmer switch (signal switch).
I have been lurking on the forum for sometime and have searched all over. I am aware of the various posts regarding this. I plan on releasing a more comprehensive DIY guide if i successfully do it myself.

The current through the relay is minimal, less than about 1/2 amp (some ware around 150 miliamps). 20 AWG stranded will hold 5 amps safely. What you have circled is only relay coil current. If the wire were to "short" to ground anywhere AFTER the relay, the coil limits the current.[It goes to ground through the switch anyway.] Getting the correct pins and the proper tools to install them appears to be the biggest problem.

Good luck
Keep us posted!!

[rydr1]

this is good info because i plan on installing fog lights on my wifes camry.

i do think that 20 AWG is too thick. i belive the headlights use 14-16AWG.

t3Knoman can you let us know where your car was built, thanks.

[t3knoman]

Thanks for the info. I will buy that type of wire and in different colors i will actually try to use the wiring diagram for the proper colors and as for the tools I’ll check out radio shack. I will go to my stores road shop and find out what type off tools they use. They just do car audio, but I’m sure it is the same tools.


On more question
What does what i circled mean, does anyone know? Does it mean the wire is suppose to have something in the middle?

[t3knoman]

My car was built in japan.

[njerald]

Junction Block #4

[t3knoman]

Originally Posted by t3knoman

Thanks for the info. I will buy that type of wire and in different colors i will actually try to use the wiring diagram for the proper colors and as for the tools I’ll check out radio shack. I will go to my stores road shop and find out what type off tools they use. They just do car audio, but I’m sure it is the same tools.


On more question
What does what i circled mean, does anyone know? Does it mean the wire is suppose to have something in the middle?

I found out this means it is suppose to be connected to some type of junction block. I know your thinking the whole thing is the junction block, but I’m guessing this part looks similar to phone or Ethernet jack block (for multiple phones. I have not found a picture (yet) of what it looks like in any of the manuals, so this may take some more snooping around my car.
Also, I may just go with the aftermarket switch, especially if I can’t find this junction block.

[t3knoman]

Where is it located?

NM i found it. Ok now just have to go to radio shack and get my kit in the mail. I will buy 16 and 20, and just label with tape and paper.

Thanks all. Also people feel free to add any comments or suggestions.

[njerald]

Originally Posted by t3knoman

Where is it located?

See pages 20 and 42 of the wiring diagram. Looks like behind the A/C control area.

[t3knoman]

Thanks.
People feel free to add any comments or suggestions.

[clarkgrizwald]

Originally Posted by t3knoman

Thanks.
People feel free to add any comments or suggestions.

ok.. when buying a car, expeciall new, try to get the options you want!

[t3knoman]

I agree with you, lesson learned on that. Was my first car and first new car. I am very tempted to trade in for 2008 accord fully loaded...

[njerald]

Originally Posted by t3knoman

I agree with you, lesson learned on that. Was my first car and first new car. I am very tempted to trade in for 2008 accord fully loaded...

What is your 3rd mistake in a row going to be?

[Luna2]

Originally Posted by rydr1

this is good info because i plan on installing fog lights on my wifes camry.

i do think that 20 AWG is too thick. i belive the headlights use 14-16AWG.

t3Knoman can you let us know where your car was built, thanks.

20 AWG is smaller than 16 AWG which is smaller than 14 AWG.

Check it out.

[lammydi]

Originally Posted by njerald

What is your 3rd mistake in a row going to be?