98 civic domelight doesn't work
 

After installing Alpine CD/tuner, the dome light does not operate when
opening doors. I have since learned that this feature is linked to the stock
radio. Is there away around this? Any help will be appreciated. Thanks

Re: 98 civic domelight doesn't work
 

Craig Monroe wrote:
> After installing Alpine CD/tuner, the dome light does not operate when
> opening doors. I have since learned that this feature is linked to the stock
> radio.

who told you this? the installer?

> ? Is there away around this? Any help will be appreciated. Thanks

yes, take it back and tell them to fix it. they've messed up one of the
earthing circuits.

Re: 98 civic domelight doesn't work
 

Craig Monroe wrote:
>
> After installing Alpine CD/tuner, the dome light does not operate when
> opening doors. I have since learned that this feature is linked to the stock
> radio. Is there away around this? Any help will be appreciated. Thanks

The dome light is indeed routed through the factory radio in '96 - '98
Civics. This is because on models with a security system, the control
unit is inside the stereo, and the security system is using the dome
light wire to monitor if any doors are opened.

The problem gets worse if you have remote keyless entry, as the factory
receiver for this is also inside the factory stereo.

Since you only are missing the dome light, the solution is easy. Get
part number Part Number HA03B from http://www.scosche.com/ and plug it
into the now unconnected alarm / keyless entry plug behind the stereo.

If you feel adventurous, you can do without the Scosche adapter. Just
locate the connector inside the dash and short together the LT GRN/RED
wire (from door switches) and the LT GRN/BLK wire (to dome light)


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