57fordsforever.com

Technical => Electrical and Ignition Systems => Topic started by: KennyOne on 2026-08-23 17:47

Title: Reverse lights
Post by: KennyOne on 2026-08-23 17:47
Where does the reverse lights get their current?  I have nothing at the safety switch. :deadhorse:  :deadhorse:
Title: Re: Reverse lights
Post by: cos on 2026-08-24 09:58
Hi If original wire it should be color coded, may be able to trace it back unless it disappears into wiring loom.
 The thunderbirds  have a great wiring manual and is probably the same as regular cars.
Title: Re: Reverse lights
Post by: Gene on 2026-08-24 18:03
On my car the circuit starts on the light switch.   If you have a replacement light switch, they only work with the key on, AND the headlights on.
Title: Re: Reverse lights
Post by: abe_lugo on 2026-08-24 21:03
The power can be hot off the key the wire goes to the switch on the NSS. There is an extra two tangs.   I think posted the accessory wiring schematic a couple years ago. 

You should have power when that comes on and able to power the lights when the shifter is put into reverse.


Title: Re: Reverse lights
Post by: KennyOne on 2026-08-26 20:55
Thanks guys that saved me some time. :burnout:  :burnout: