How Do You Hook Up Truck Bed Lights?

Hooking up truck bed lights is a great way to add more light to your truck and the job site. Not only do they provide additional illumination, but they also look great and add a touch of style to your truck.

The easiest way to hook up bed lights is by using an auxiliary switch. This switch can be mounted on the dash or in another convenient spot, such as in the glove box.

This switch will allow you to turn on and off the lights without having to access the fuse box under the hood.

The next step is to find a suitable mounting location for the bed lights. This can be done by measuring the area that you want to mount them in and making sure that they are securely fastened with nuts and bolts. Once this is done, you can then connect the wires from the light to the auxiliary switch.

You will need a few basic tools for this job, such as wire cutters, wire strippers, a drill and screwdriver. You should also have a pair of safety glasses to protect your eyes from any debris that may fly up when drilling or cutting into surfaces.

Once all of these items are gathered, you can begin wiring up your bed lights. If you are not familiar with electrical wiring it is best to hire a professional electrician who can do it safely and correctly. Make sure that all connections are secure and that there are no exposed wires that could cause an electrical shock.

Conclusion

Hooking up truck bed lights is an easy way to add more light to your truck’s bed area as well as add some extra style. It requires some basic tools, an auxiliary switch, and knowledge of electrical wiring if you choose not hire a professional electrician. Once everything is wired up properly and securely, you can enjoy using your new truck bed lights.

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Susan Delgado