Hi, I have the Citroen version of the outlander, called the c-crosser in the UK....99% of it is the same as the outlander so have come to you guys for help!

I require a constant 12v feed in the rear, preferably via a switch somewhere up front for a amber lightbar thats going on the roof.

I have seen on here that there is a constant 12v from the fuse board, what current would this be able to take? Im currently tapped into that for an in-car CCTV camera but could also run the 12v from there to the rear if its up to the job. The lightbar will prob only draw 1amp as its LED.

How easy would it be to get a cable from the top of an A-pillar to the rear hatch through the headlining?

Thanks for any suggestions/help

Steve

 

You may want to run a thicker gauge cable directly from the battery, along with a fusable link. Vehicle fires are NOT fun.

 

There is a permanent 12v supply above the rear wheel arch behind the trim on the right looking from the rear. I tapped into it when I first got the vehicle and connected it to the lighter socket. I did it 18 months ago so can't remember the wire colour. If the light bar is LED as most are then it wont be a problem. I run a small fridge off mine.

 

Use the trailer harness +12V supply located under the storage bin above the right-rear wheelwell. You have to connect it to the battery in the front as well (its a 4 pin spare plug near the battery). Basically just look up how to install a trailer electrical harness for the Outlander and that should describe it.
Lighter socket works too if its not connected/used.

 

Ivanz is right about the location. As long as they are connecting the towbar harness why dont you get them to run the wire for you. Load will not be a problem.

 

Woooah.... thanks guys, will check that out in the morning!

S.

 

Just to reply back to say that I have now done this, connnected up the plug to the battery (with a fuse) and then installed two new aux sockets in the back. I have 1 that is perm 12v and one that is switched (from an RF remote control unit from Ebay).

Thanks