I bought an overhead console a few months ago and was about to install it when I realized the wiring was way different. The console has 3 wires (white, orange, and black). The wiring going to the old light in the car has 2 wires (both white). Would I still be able to wire this up?

 

In case you haven't done a search, you might consider it in the future--by the way, welcome to the boards. The first link should give you what you want, the second might provide further info:

https://www.thirdgen.org/newdesign/t...dconsole.shtml

https://www.thirdgen.org/techbb2/sho...hreadid=226910

JamesC

 

I think I may have the wiring for my old overhead...... if you are interested.....
Plug and play is always more fun that hack and jack....

 

I looked at both of the links. I still have one question though: Would the orange wire from the console connect to one of the white wires from the car since I do not have an orange wire?


Is that the wiring that extends all the way from the console to somewhere inside the dashboard? To me that would be much more safer than experimenting with putting wires together.

 

I mounted my console so long ago that I truly don't remember what color the wires to the dome light were. I don't think the color problem is significant, however. Screw the black wire to ground, then trial fit by stripping and twisting the remaining two pairs. You've got a 50% chance of being correct--if not swap and you're there. Running a complete harness under the headliner and down the a-pillar would be a PITA since you'd stand a good chance of breaking something, and of course, you'd need to know where the harness ended. If you choose to do that, check the following link toward the bottom which shows the a-pillar and various fasteners:

https://www.thirdgen.org/techbb2/sho...hreadid=226909

JamesC

 

Ok, I think I'll try it your way first. Thanks.