Using empty slots in fuse box

mjribeiro · Jan 12, 2012

I have a couple axillary circuits to run and I'd like to tie them into the empty slots in the fuse box. I know an inline fuse to the battery terminals is easier, but I want to take advantage of the block.

Has anyone been successful in sourcing the clips needed for the fusebox?

Thanks in advance!

dstig1 · Jan 12, 2012

I tapped into mine for the 2rd function valve. All the slots on one side have the main buss feeding them (hot), so I only had to cobble together something for the other side to hold a fuse in place. I think I tweaked a spade lug crimp terminal and jammed it in there to make it work, but I don't exactly recall. It was something like that.

Different series though. I have a Grand L3130

KennyV · Jan 13, 2012

I think most auto parts stores will have what you need.... KennyV

dstig1 · Jan 13, 2012

They will have fuse holders but I doubt you will find something that will slide into the fuse block slots. I sure couldn't find anything. Worth checking around though, you may get lucky.

mrmikey · Jan 13, 2012

These are handy for adding aux circuits if you can't find a blank circuit http://tinyurl.com/7rdq4xn , not necessarily this brand, it's the first link I found.....Mike

mjribeiro · Jan 13, 2012

Dealer doesn't have them, they come with a new wire harness. Wish I knew who manufactured the fuse block.

crazyal · Jan 13, 2012

If you don't mind getting a little creative you can go to a junkyard. You might be able to find something that will work in an older Toyota (or other Japanese brand). The terminals usually have a tab that holds them in place, sometimes it's part of the brass terminal other times it's part of the plastic housing. Just figure out what style you have and then try to find a year and brand that matches it. You'll have to splice wire onto what ever you find.

I have found some on ebay that look like they could work. Do a search for "female latching terminal" and some will come up. You'll need a set of crimpers to put the terminals on the wires. You'll also have to take the chance that they will work, since all you can see is a picture.