Cargo area and hatch lights. Where would you put the switches?

Discussion in 'Prius v Accessories and Modifications' started by Dan H, Mar 2, 2025 at 7:52 PM.

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    Dan H New Member

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    Hi all,
    I just installed a cargo area dome light
    Dome - Copy.jpg
    and some hatch lights.
    Hatch Lights - Copy.jpg
    What are your opinions about the best place to mount the switches? I was thinking for the dome light I would just install a switch next to the existing cargo area light. For the hatch lights, I was thinking of one of three places: also by the cargo area light, on the black plastic hatch trim, or on this pillar trim. Cargo left side rear interior.jpg

    On the hatch itself seems logical except that I worry about it getting hit and turned on by something in the cargo area. Also I tapped into the existing cargo light circuit so they are off when the hatch is closed. I assume that these LEDs drawing 3W each shouldn't draw too much current for this circuit. If I am wrong please let me know.
    Thanks,
    Dan
     
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    Dan H New Member

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    I went with these locations.
     

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