dazygirl415

I bought the footwell lights and I want to wire them so that they turn on with my headlights. Has anyone done this? I think when installed, they have a timer and such so I'll probably have to do some rigging anyway. I'm also wondering if anyone had a copy of the wiring diagram so I know which wires to tap into. Help is appreciated!!!

wedge357

Hey, I second this... I like for the lights to come on with either the parking lights or headlight switch.

Dazygirl, my footwell light stays on as long as the door is open which mean the timer is not tripped until there is no longer any current from the door (closed). The way I see it based on the footwell wiring schematic, if we tap the door switch wiring (I think its the black/blue wire) to one that is activated by the parking light/headlight then the footlights should stay on as long as there is current. Anybody care to agree/disagree on this?

Anyway, what we need is to figure out which wire is the parking light or headlight switch controlled under the driver footwell wiring harnesses (too many wires!)

CUE2's RX-8

Isn't this what you wanted?

https://www.rx8club.com/series-i-interior-audio-electronics-24/need-alternate-footwell-light-wiring-65762/

Mine will come on as soon as I turn the key. I didn't attach mine to the headlight circuit, because I wanted the footlights "on" when I am parked, without headlights on.

They are on in the daytime too, but that's okay with me.

dazygirl415

Sorta kinda. I've read that before but it doesn't exactly state how to hook it up to the headlight lamps and "fishing around" until I find the right wire doesn't sit well with me, ESPECIALLY since I'm an electronics noob to begin with.

I don't want it to come on during the day unless I turn my lights on, I don't want a separate switch and I don't want it rigged to the door.

I agree with Wedge and think that if we tap into the headlight lamp, the footwell lights will turn on with the headlights. The headlights are already grounded so the "on" issue is taken care of there. I just need to know which wire this is and peferrably in a diagram format instead of just "red wire" or "blue wire." I haven't been near the wiring panel just yet, but I would assume that the wires are not simply plug and play, where unplugging one wire would tell you exactly what it was for b/c that function no longer worked.

wedge357

I guess wiring it to go on with the parking lights (first turn of the light stalk switch) is better than wiring it to the headlight (2nd turn) since we may not want the headlights on.. WTH, it doesn't matter. Can someone please tell us if there is any wire behind the driver-side kick panel that is energized by turning the light stalk switch???

There are 2 main wire harnesses behind the panel, one close to the fuse box and one closer to the firewall. Tell us which wire color and which harness.

Pretty please???

p.s. I'll take some pics for DIY for you Dazygirl.

dazygirl415

Thanks a bunch Wedge. Did you write up a DIY? You should if it hasn't already been done. :D

wedge357

i'll do one as soon as somebody get off their computer chairs and check the wiring for us. :D

dazygirl415

:D They're being wiring diagram hogs. Don't they know that this could benefit EVERYBODY?!?! :D

Pretty please? With sugar on top? And a few candy sprinkles with chopped nuts, whipped cream and a cherry? I'll be your best friend forever. :D

Rotary Rasp

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Mine only go on with the parking/head lights. PM me with any questions.

Rotary Rasp

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Okay, so I took pictures for everbody; only because dazygirl asked me to. (you better be my friend now)

So here is the deal. The red neons go on with the head lights. The blue LEDs go on when a door is open, they also shut off after a few minutes with the interior lights.

Rotary Rasp

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The wire you want to connect to is the one that loops over my multimeter probe. It is a red wire with a yellow strip. You can connect a few LEDs or neons without a relay. However, if you plan on anything more, a relay is a must.

-Rodger

Rotary Rasp

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Now you'll need to ground the other wire from the light. After that, you're all set! Questions?

wedge357

I'm trying to orient myself with regards to the picture... is this the 54-pin connector hidden behind the plastic panel or is it further up?

Last question, this is the trigger wire linked to the light stalk switch, right?

Thanks a lot for your help, Rotary Rasp.

BTW, I think its cool how it looks with blue and red lighting together. I think it will go well with my Shinka color.

Rotary Rasp

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It is right under the steering colum. You can't miss it.

dazygirl415

<sigh> I suddenly feel overwhelmed. I'll let ya'll know how the install goes.

wedge357

dazygirl, i think its easy... i need to do some stuff around the house then i'll tackle this. i'll take some step by step pictures. i may have to buy additional wires but i may be able to make do with what comes with the light kit. Stay tuned...

Rotary Rasp

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What don't you guys understand? I'll take more pictures later.

09Factor

https://www.rx8club.com/showthread.p...ght=neon+light

Try this thread. Really sinple. The neons come on with the parking/headlights.
scroll down to the bottom.
I do like the blu one with open door and red on with the headlights. Cool idea RR

wedge357

no, I got it done. Thanks RR for pointing out where to tap into. DIY to follow later.

DIY's are done. One is for people without the Mazda light kit and the other is for those that currently have the footlamp and would like to rewire them to be controlled via headlight/parking light switch instead of the door.

Rotary Rasp

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Wasn't it simple?

wedge357

I figured it would be a simple rewire for me since I got the kit already installed. I was not familiar with the car's wiring schematics though and that's why I had to ask for help where to find the proper wire to tap.

Everything worked out well though, last night was the first time I tested driving at night and it looked awesome! Next step is to hook up another set with blue bulbs to really matchup with the shinka's color...

Thanks again RR.

dazygirl415

Good News: I installed these and I did it all by myself and I did it correctly!!

Bad News: The lights I installed don't work. It's not my wiring b/c they don't work when powered directly by the battery.

Maybe I'll get some LED's and try something else... maybe make a switch? I'm feeling confident and adventerous. :D Thanks Wedge and Rotary Rasp for ya'lls help. I couldn't have done it without you!! :D

Rotary Rasp

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Did you contact the seller. Now I'm worried because I bought something from him also.

dazygirl415

Yes, sent him a PM last night. I don't know if he's read it or not though. I'll let you know if/when I hear back from him and what he says.

wedge357

take a picture for me dazygirl415.