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How to Install a Push Button Switch on Your Car?

by Huyu 22 Nov 2023 0 Comments

So, what’s the deal with push buttons being installed on cars. We know how they are easy to be activated by a simple press. But what purpose do they serve on cars. And if they are worth it, how do you install one?

First, you are going to need push buttons to do the following:

  1. Start your Engine: Push button switches can be used during the ignition process, thereby replacing traditional keys in many modern vehicles.
  2. Controlling Lights: push button can also command headlights, taillights, and other illuminations.
  3. Operating Windows: Push button switches allow a seamless control over your power windows, so no more cranking.
  4. Controlling Electronics: Through a push button, you can adjust your car's radio volume, switch it on or off, and manage other electronic devices.
  5. Activating the Horn: If you are an impatient driver, you are going to need the push button on your steering wheel center to serve as a horn.

And by no means is the list above exhaustive. Sufficed it to say the functions governed by push button switches can vary depending on your car's make and model. Anyhow let’s see what you need to do in regards to installation.

 

Step 1: Finding the Perfect Spot

Figure out the ideal location to install your push button switch. You might want to install it in an easily accessible place where visibility is also guaranteed.

The spot mustn’t block your view when driving or obstruct your way when you want to access the pedals.  At all costs the button location ought to align with the function its purported to serve. For instance, lace the push button switch for lighting, where the light controls are.

 

Step 2: Unraveling the Wire Connections

Check on your car's wiring diagram or the manual that comes with the push button switch. Or by any means necessary find something that can guide you in to figuring out the location of electrical components, and specify the kind of wires that need to be connected to the switch.

That should be enough to point you in the direction of the power source, which is typically the car's battery or a fuse within the electrical system. Note that the power source is the lifeblood which fuels your push button switch's operation.

 

Step 3: Disconnecting the Battery

Your safety is of top priority, by all means, disconnect the car battery. Please understand that even a tiny jolt of electricity can pose risks when you're dealing with car wiring.

But, if you disconnect the battery, you break the circuit and guarantee safety for yourself and your vehicle.

 

Step 4: Wiring the Way

So now that you have observed all the safety measure, how about you run those wires to the chosen button location. You ought to have wires of adequate length, to avoid any unnecessary stretching or pulling.

 

Step 5: Making the Connections

And now, for the moment of truth – wire up your push button switch. Follow the wiring diagram or instructions carefully and make certain that your connections are tight and well-insulated. Strip just enough wire to make a solid connection.

Most often, push button switches feature three terminals: Common, Normally Open. Connect the power source wire into the "COM" terminal which will supply voltage required in energizing the button as well as the component connected in its load contact.

The ground wire then goes all the way down to the "NC" terminal, completing a circuit and allowing the button to function. Finally, the load wire finds its home at the "NO" terminal, controlling that component – if it's a light or a motor.

Before you test out your button, do a quick double check on connections and wiring diagrams. After all, you wouldn't want to start firing up your car or be shocked by a jolt of electrical power. Reconnect battery, test out switch and if everything's alright secure in place using screws or adhesive.

 

In Conclusion

In closing, remember that this guide provides a general roadmap for installing push button switches in your car. Specifics may vary depending on your chosen switch and car model. When in doubt, always consult your car's manual or seek the expertise of a professional mechanic.

Installing push button switches in your car can be an electrifying DIY adventure for those who don't mind getting their hands a little dirty. So go ahead, embrace the future of automotive convenience, and let your car's functionality be just a button press away.

 

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