What kind of add-a-fuse/circuit? - Toyota Yaris Forums

Callisto · 10-22-2008, 11:46 AM

I know there was a thread that answered this question before the hacking, and I was just planning on using that one for reference.

Now, I have to ask.

Since the Yaris uses low-profile fuses, do we need to use a special version of this little device, or do you just use the mini version and let the blades stick out a little bit?

A link to the specific piece would be helpful.

Thanks in advance.

Sorry, wrong forum, thought I was in the DIY..

Rotorheader · 10-22-2008, 08:41 PM

We have a couple different size fuses in several fuse boxes. Determine which fuse you want to tap into, then take that fuse with you to an auto parts store. Can't go wrong that way.

PHXDEMON · 10-22-2008, 09:34 PM

Just use the normal mini size ones.

IsLNdbOi · 10-23-2008, 04:02 AM

How do you use these open slots in the fuse box? Say I wanted a switched power source for an accessory like an audio source switcher for my HU, which open slot(s) in the fuse box could I plug it into? Is there a special plug I need to buy to attach to the accessory's power wire so I can plug it into an open slot in the fuse box?

The fuse box I'm referring to is the one underneath / behind the pocket in front of the driver's left knee / leg.

IsLNdbOi · 10-25-2008, 10:48 PM

Anyone?

Jerkratt · 10-26-2008, 12:32 AM

i hooked up my a pillar gauges and used the mini add a fuse with the cig lighter.. ill take pictures of it tomorrow.. all rainy and dark now

IsLNdbOi · 10-26-2008, 12:35 AM

Cool. Looking forward to the pics..

sanityassassinv2 · 10-27-2008, 12:15 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by IsLNdbOi

How do you use these open slots in the fuse box? Say I wanted a switched power source for an accessory like an audio source switcher for my HU, which open slot(s) in the fuse box could I plug it into? Is there a special plug I need to buy to attach to the accessory's power wire so I can plug it into an open slot in the fuse box?

The fuse box I'm referring to is the one underneath / behind the pocket in front of the driver's left knee / leg.

You just use the standard mini add-a-fuse. If you want a power source that switches on and off with the ignition, pull your accessory fuse and put the add-a-fuse in it's place. You should be able to identify the accessory fuse by looking on your fuse box cover for the fuse labeled "ACC" (or something along those lines.) The add-a-fuse holder has two fuse receptacles: one for the original curcuit and one for your new curcuit.

There is one wire that comes off the add a fuse circuit--you may connect that to the + lead of your accessory however you see fit (crimp connector, butt splice connector, soldered/taped connection, etc.) For the negative connection, run your - wire from the accessory to chassis ground. On my car (08 Liftback), there is a good ground connection under the kick panel in front of the drivers door and just below the fuse box.

When I get home today, i will try to snap some pix for you.

IsLNdbOi · 10-27-2008, 05:13 PM

Thanks! Looking forward to the pics..

sanityassassinv2 · 10-27-2008, 06:10 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by IsLNdbOi

Thanks! Looking forward to the pics..

Ok, so here is the fuse box and the ground point. You will need the add-a-fuse, and two standard mini fuses.

IsLNdbOi · 10-27-2008, 06:15 PM

Thanks for the pics! So, the fuse box's lid / cover has a diagram that shows which fuse slot in the fuse box is switched or unswitched with the ignition? We can ue an add-a-fuse/circuit with any fuse in that fuse box?

sanityassassinv2 · 10-27-2008, 07:00 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by IsLNdbOi

Thanks for the pics! So, the fuse box's lid / cover has a diagram that shows which fuse slot in the fuse box is switched or unswitched with the ignition? We can ue an add-a-fuse/circuit with any fuse in that fuse box?

I think the current limitation on the Add-A-Fuse is 10 amps (possibly more but I don't remember)--so use you can it anywhere there is a 10A fuse or less--on my car the ACC fuse is a 7.5A. The diagram on the cover doesn't say what is switched or not, but the ACC should be...you can verify this with a multi-meter or after you hook everything up.

Jerkratt · 10-27-2008, 07:02 PM

u beat me to the pics but il post mine up as well for reffeance

IsLNdbOi · 10-27-2008, 07:09 PM

Thanks Jerkratt! The more pics. the better.

Jerkratt · 10-28-2008, 01:50 AM

sorry its raining outside so i could not climb into the car and get nice shots

10-22-2008, 11:46 AM	#1
Callisto Drives: '08 Hatch Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Central PA Posts: 43	What kind of add-a-fuse/circuit? I know there was a thread that answered this question before the hacking, and I was just planning on using that one for reference. Now, I have to ask. Since the Yaris uses low-profile fuses, do we need to use a special version of this little device, or do you just use the mini version and let the blades stick out a little bit? A link to the specific piece would be helpful. Thanks in advance. Sorry, wrong forum, thought I was in the DIY.. Last edited by Callisto; 10-22-2008 at 11:48 AM. Reason: Wrong forum

10-26-2008, 12:32 AM	#6
Jerkratt View User's Garage Drives: 08 Yaris Liftback S (RIP 07) Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Fair Lawn, NJ Posts: 1,378	i hooked up my a pillar gauges and used the mini add a fuse with the cig lighter.. ill take pictures of it tomorrow.. all rainy and dark now __________________ "It hurts more when its wet"

10-27-2008, 07:02 PM	#13
Jerkratt View User's Garage Drives: 08 Yaris Liftback S (RIP 07) Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Fair Lawn, NJ Posts: 1,378	u beat me to the pics but il post mine up as well for reffeance __________________ "It hurts more when its wet"

10-28-2008, 01:50 AM	#15
Jerkratt View User's Garage Drives: 08 Yaris Liftback S (RIP 07) Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Fair Lawn, NJ Posts: 1,378	sorry its raining outside so i could not climb into the car and get nice shots __________________ "It hurts more when its wet"

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10-22-2008, 08:41 PM	#2
Rotorheader Drives: 07 Yaris Hatchback Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Lowell, OR Posts: 35	We have a couple different size fuses in several fuse boxes. Determine which fuse you want to tap into, then take that fuse with you to an auto parts store. Can't go wrong that way.

10-22-2008, 09:34 PM	#3
PHXDEMON View User's Garage Drives: 2007 Red Liftback Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Phoenix, AZ Posts: 885	Just use the normal mini size ones.

10-23-2008, 04:02 AM	#4
IsLNdbOi Drives: Polar White - 5 Door '09 LB Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Las Vegas, NV Posts: 1,285	How do you use these open slots in the fuse box? Say I wanted a switched power source for an accessory like an audio source switcher for my HU, which open slot(s) in the fuse box could I plug it into? Is there a special plug I need to buy to attach to the accessory's power wire so I can plug it into an open slot in the fuse box? The fuse box I'm referring to is the one underneath / behind the pocket in front of the driver's left knee / leg.

10-25-2008, 10:48 PM	#5
IsLNdbOi Drives: Polar White - 5 Door '09 LB Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Las Vegas, NV Posts: 1,285	Anyone?

10-26-2008, 12:35 AM	#7
IsLNdbOi Drives: Polar White - 5 Door '09 LB Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Las Vegas, NV Posts: 1,285	Cool. Looking forward to the pics..

10-27-2008, 05:13 PM	#9
IsLNdbOi Drives: Polar White - 5 Door '09 LB Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Las Vegas, NV Posts: 1,285	Thanks! Looking forward to the pics..

10-27-2008, 06:15 PM	#11
IsLNdbOi Drives: Polar White - 5 Door '09 LB Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Las Vegas, NV Posts: 1,285	Thanks for the pics! So, the fuse box's lid / cover has a diagram that shows which fuse slot in the fuse box is switched or unswitched with the ignition? We can ue an add-a-fuse/circuit with any fuse in that fuse box?

10-27-2008, 07:09 PM	#14
IsLNdbOi Drives: Polar White - 5 Door '09 LB Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Las Vegas, NV Posts: 1,285	Thanks Jerkratt! The more pics. the better.