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Parallel wiring dimmer switch to turn off perimeter lighting


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Willy,

This is complicated and probably impossible. There are multiple computers (modules) that communicate the status of switches, delays etc. to a main module. Not sure you can simply bypass all the logic with a switch. You will need several pages of schematics and an explanation of the logic. The service manual may have enough info to do this. Search for posts for a PDF copy of the manual if you are interested. They cost about $65.

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After further thought, if you just want to keep the lights from turning on when you open the driver's door I have a write-up that will be useful.

You will have to install the new switch in parallel with the driver door latch switch (not as shown in my post).

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Ohh how I can relate! This is the only annoying thing I have with my '17 TC!

  I use mine constantly, in and out every door, all day. I have already killed the battery once as each time a door is opened, these stupid lights come on for 10 minutes before turning off unless ALL doors are closed or I open the drivers door, push then pull headlight lever. Then, when opening another door (basically, as a work van, each door is a drawer to my toolbox) PERFORM RITUAL ALL OVER AGAIN!

  I am old school and have wire cutters in hand! Lol! But some techno-weenie has probably hacked in some code to shut down the system and notify the geek police! (Did I mention I am OLD school?)

 

I am persistent and will eventually track down the wire that provides each door switch with continuity and put a shut off switch on it.

 

if I have to, I will go to a marine supply store and buy a big red Perko battery shut off switch and screw it to the dashboard!?

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