How to Install Fog Lights

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This will explain how to install fog lights in a car or truck.

Steps

1. 1
   Purchase needed materials (listed at bottom of page). If replacing existing units, see tips.
2. 2
   Remove the lights from the box and check their amp rating. Get a switch of suitable rating. If a switch of lights.
3. 3
   Mount the switch in some vehicles, the headlightswitch, switch to lights,#Attach theLoad" terminal to the light closet to it. Connect the remaining to the negative side of the power source.
4. 4
   Connect the switch. Run wire from a power source to one of the "Control" terminals on the relay. Connect the other terminal to the switch. Connect the remaining switch terminal to the negative of the power source.
5. 5
   Install bulbs.
6. 6
   Start car and test. If selected sources fuse blows, replace and try connecting to another source.
7. 7
   Proceed if it all works. If not, check connections.
8. 8
   Cover all joints with electrical tape to ensure water tightness.
9. 9
   Close hood and use.

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Tips

• If you are replacing existing lights, skip steps 4-10.
• Remember to recycle the packaging.
• Be sure, if you are replacing lights, to replace with the same type of bulb.
• Always wear safety goggles, just in case the fog lights explode if connected to too much voltage.

Warnings

• Electrocution hazard.
• A car's electrical system is usually 12 volts, so there is no electrocution hazard. However, there is a danger of fire if there is a shortcircuit in the wiring.
• This project is not recommended to people with a lack of knowledge of electronics and electrical systems in cars.

Things You'll Need

• Car
• Fog lights
• Wire
• Electrical tape
• Relay (see step 2 above for info!)
• Light bulbs
• Switch
• Fuses
• Mounting brackets
• Hardware to attached brackets and lights
• Wire strippers
• Wire nuts

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