Aux switches on 2015MY V60

MadAlicesDad · Feb 22nd, 2020, 08:47

I need to fit a switch for an auxiliary 12V feed and don't want to drill holes in the cabin trim if avoidable.
In the centre console there are several unused blanked switch position. Is it possible to add switches to them and use them for purposes other than Volvo intended?
Alternatively, has anyone fitted any aux switches to a V60, if so, where?

volvo for ever · Feb 22nd, 2020, 13:45

can you expand a little ?
whats the 12v feed for and why a switch

cantyou get +15 feed?

regards

MadAlicesDad · Feb 23rd, 2020, 21:46

The question came about when looking at chapter 8 roof mounted beacon / lights, but applies to anything that needs 12V from a switch in the car.
I know that relays will be needed, but that's easy. The tricky bit is a neat, professional looking switch, ideally using what is already fitted.

What's +15 feed?

MadAlicesDad · Mar 6th, 2020, 17:31

My solution in case it is of use was one of these:
https://www.amazon.co.uk/INSMA-Wirel...3515716&sr=8-6
Made up a loom with a feed from the 12V supply and a flying lead for the lamp, now I can turn it on / off remotely even when out of the car.

Feb 22nd, 2020, 08:47	#1
MadAlicesDad New Member Last Online: Feb 28th, 2024 19:49 Join Date: Feb 2018 Location: Yate near Bristol	Aux switches on 2015MY V60 I need to fit a switch for an auxiliary 12V feed and don't want to drill holes in the cabin trim if avoidable. In the centre console there are several unused blanked switch position. Is it possible to add switches to them and use them for purposes other than Volvo intended? Alternatively, has anyone fitted any aux switches to a V60, if so, where?

Feb 22nd, 2020, 13:45	#2
volvo for ever Premier Member Last Online: Feb 4th, 2023 15:10 Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: uk	can you expand a little ? whats the 12v feed for and why a switch cantyou get +15 feed? regards

Feb 23rd, 2020, 21:46	#3
MadAlicesDad New Member Last Online: Feb 28th, 2024 19:49 Join Date: Feb 2018 Location: Yate near Bristol	The question came about when looking at chapter 8 roof mounted beacon / lights, but applies to anything that needs 12V from a switch in the car. I know that relays will be needed, but that's easy. The tricky bit is a neat, professional looking switch, ideally using what is already fitted. What's +15 feed?

Mar 6th, 2020, 17:31	#4
MadAlicesDad New Member Last Online: Feb 28th, 2024 19:49 Join Date: Feb 2018 Location: Yate near Bristol	My solution in case it is of use was one of these: https://www.amazon.co.uk/INSMA-Wirel...3515716&sr=8-6 Made up a loom with a feed from the 12V supply and a flying lead for the lamp, now I can turn it on / off remotely even when out of the car.

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