Random wire I found

[jubreunig]

Today I finished my glove box light. The Chrysler 300 switch fits almost perfect. I stole the power from the right power outlet with power thefts. It get's power without key if you switch the radio on or permanent if the key is in the ignition switch - perfect for my using.

The switch needs only a little bit trimming, The hardest part was to get off the two trim parts left and right from the power outlets, they sit very firm.

I got the switch with cable on the junk yard for 5 bucks

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uncut switch

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[Trigganometry]

After much research and a few parts purchased that didn’t work I finally got the Ford parts to add factory LED to glove box.

Lamp assembly number is EB3Z-14413-AA

Cable with connector 8U2Z-14S411-LA

cable comes with 3 wires as this connector also works for ambient light LED’s that go in foot wells. Only need 2 wires for the install so middle wire gets cut for glovebox. Not sure yet if polarity is a factor during install but will figure that out using a 9V battery on the contacts! Now got to get the damn damper I got shorted on ?

 

[Traneman]

After much research and a few parts purchased that didn’t work I finally got the Ford parts to add factory LED to glove box.

Lamp assembly number is EB3Z-14413-AA

Cable with connector 8U2Z-14S411-LA

cable comes with 3 wires as this connector also works for ambient light LED’s that go in foot wells. Only need 2 wires for the install so middle wire gets cut for glovebox. Not sure yet if polarity is a factor during install but will figure that out using a 9V battery on the contacts! Now got to get the damn damper I got shorted on ?

Same light is used for the footwell?

 

[Trigganometry]

Same light is used for the footwell?

Nope, they’re different and different connectors as well. Seems there is a separate harness for ambient lighting.

 

[CashSeeAO]

After much research and a few parts purchased that didn’t work I finally got the Ford parts to add factory LED to glove box.

Lamp assembly number is EB3Z-14413-AA

Cable with connector 8U2Z-14S411-LA

cable comes with 3 wires as this connector also works for ambient light LED’s that go in foot wells. Only need 2 wires for the install so middle wire gets cut for glovebox. Not sure yet if polarity is a factor during install but will figure that out using a 9V battery on the contacts! Now got to get the damn damper I got shorted on ?

What is the cable (8U2Z-14S411-LA) connected to? I assume the glove box light turns on without having the ignition key inserted. Is this correct? Thanks.

 

[Trigganometry]

What is the cable (8U2Z-14S411-LA) connected to? I assume the glove box light turns on without having the ignition key inserted. Is this correct? Thanks.

Connector comes with 3 wires although 2 outside pins are only used. They do have polarity so I used a 9V battery to figure that out without blowing the LED. As far as hookup. Wires come about 12 to 15” long so will find the hot behind center dash to splice it in. Was thinking about tapping 12V cig connectors but want a live feed once doors open. So need to verify if that is the way to go

 

[floormonkey]

Connector comes with 3 wires although 2 outside pins are only used. They do have polarity so I used a 9V battery to figure that out without blowing the LED. As far as hookup. Wires come about 12 to 15” long so will find the hot behind center dash to splice it in. Was thinking about tapping 12V cig connectors but want a live feed once doors open. So need to verify if that is the way to go

you could use an add a fuse. easy + and you can choose a fuse that activates when the doors open so you can have that "factory feel". thanks guys on the part numbers. i have an xlt that i want to add the light too as well.

 

[OrangeStreak]

"Old Man" Glove box light Mod ...

 

[Grumpaw]

"Old Man" Glove box light Mod ...

Hay, I have one of those mods...also have modded the cubbie in front of the shifter and the center console with the same thing !!!

 

[OrangeStreak]

Hay, I have one of those mods...also have modded the cubbie in front of the shifter and the center console with the same thing !!!

This is the backup light that I keep in the dash storage compartment! ...

 

[Ranger64058]

I bought the switch/light from Ford and it's easy to install. My question, exactly where did you find the "random wire," what parts do I have to take off to get to it? If it's the correct wire for the light, I would rather use it than patch the light in for power elsewhere.

 

[Blue Streak]

"Old Man" Glove box light Mod ...

Does anyone ever put gloves in the glove box? ?

 

[OrangeStreak]

Does anyone ever put gloves in the glove box? ?

Only "Old Men"

 

[Rtball]

I know this is like dredging up ancient history, but this thread was interesting. I put the Ford glove compartment light in the first Ranger that I set up, the 2022 XL. I was very unimpressed by the glow-light brilliance of the LED. On the second Ranger that I set up, the 2021 XLT, I decided that $31+ was just too pricey for something unimpressive. I went the way of the Chrysler G/C light and made it work as one of the members did. An LED bulb made the glove compartment as bright as a reading room for seniors! On both vehicles I ran a wire across to the fuse panel and wired them hot, fused of course. If I am stupid enough to leave the G/C open a run the battery down, well stupid me! I believe that this type of G/C light fixture was also used in GM products since I had an old one that wasn't working right that came from my days of lowering myself to GM standards.

Sorry, didn't mean to make this a Domino's moment.

If anyone does read this, I have a question. Has anyone come up with a good way to illuminate the center console pit? The type of hinge makes running a wire to the lid difficult.

 

[DukeCanBuildit]

Hey @Rtball ,

Maybe it might be easier to consider having the switch triggered when the small console organizer tray is lifted out.

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