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Old Jan 19, 2026 | 06:39 PM
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White wire pass kick

I got a loose white wire underneath the passenger kick panel anybody give me a hand in finding it's home?




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Old Jan 25, 2026 | 07:34 PM
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Re: White wire pass kick

White is used for:

Tachometer signal to the instrument panel;

EST feedback to the ECM, connector C1, terminal C8;

Vacuum regulator solenoid power from to the ECM, connector C2 terminal D8 (V-6 applications);

Courtesy light (interior) ground wire from light switch and dimmer module;

LH outside power mirrror;

AC compressor clutch, suppressor diode;

Power antenna "down" signal (and the relay is in that area);

Rear wiper motor power;

Rear cargo well light;

Fuel pump power, from relay to C200, where it transitions to tan;

Those are the common ones for 1988.
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Old Jan 26, 2026 | 12:40 AM
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Re: White wire pass kick

Thanks, I realized when I opened my pass door the interior dome light wasn't coming on. I think that must be wire.
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Old Jan 26, 2026 | 12:20 PM
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Re: White wire pass kick

Yup; most likely is supposed to connect to the light switch near the door hinges. Should have a quick-connect (slide) terminal on it, if so.
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Old Jan 26, 2026 | 12:53 PM
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Thank great help
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