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Hardwire Smoke Detection Installation - OBD

Use OBD interface to power your Smoke Detection Device

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  • The power and ground can be provided by the OBD

  • Usually the OBD interface is located in the driver floor room

  • Remove the cover of the a-pillar and route the cable along the a-pillar to the floor room

  • Remove the OBD plug and attach the t-taps to the OBD cables (1 x power, 1 x ground) or use an OBD-adapter

  • Connect the device to the t-taps

IMPORTANT: Not every OBD interface provides constant power – please check with the OEM, if constant power is available.

IMPORTANT: Please make sure, that the cable routed over the a-pillar does not interfere with the side airbag system.

IMPORTANT: The OBD adapter is not part of the delivery package by Bosch and must be acquired by the MSP.

Required tools (may be different depending on your vehicle):

  • Pliers

  • Prying tool

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