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airbusA346 · Mar 15th, 2008, 11:40 AM

URGENT! Help Needed

I am posting this thread on behalf of my brother (minione7), because he currently has no access to a computer.

My brother purchased one of the wiring looms off Mikey to upgrade is his speakers and add an amp etc and is currently trying to fit it but he has a few questions, which are:

1) On the new wiring loom which RCA connection is for the front speakers and which is for the back speakers?

2) Is there an earthing point to earth the amp.?

3) How does he get access to the rear speakers?

4) Is there a special place in the car for earthing or can it been done anywhere?

5) Is there a certain place where you are meant to route the power cable.

Can somebody help urgently because the car is currently in bits.

Thanks.
Tom, posting on behalf of Rob.

mikeythemini · Mar 15th, 2008, 12:18 PM

Quote: Originally Posted by airbusA346 (original)

URGENT! Help Needed

I am posting this thread on behalf of my brother (minione7), because he currently has no access to a computer.

My brother purchased one of the wiring looms off Mikey to upgrade is his speakers and add an amp etc and is currently trying to fit it but he has a few questions, which are:

1) On the new wiring loom which RCA connection is for the front speakers and which is for the back speakers? One connected to the purples & greens is REAR, whites & greys FRONT

2) Is there an earthing point to earth the amp.? Earth it to the body of the car - depends where your mounting the amp

3) How does he get access to the rear speakers? Remove the B & C pillar trims, these will reveal screws holding the rear panels in place (You will also have to remove the rear seats)

4) Is there a special place in the car for earthing or can it been done anywhere? There are some good existing earth points - I use one in the sill as I put my amps under the front seat

5) Is there a certain place where you are meant to route the power cable. Under the carpet as far from existing wires as possible

Can somebody help urgently because the car is currently in bits.

Thanks.
Tom, posting on behalf of Rob.

Hope the above helps

mikeythemini · Mar 15th, 2008, 12:21 PM

Dont switch the car on with front seats out

airbusA346 · Mar 17th, 2008, 01:14 PM

Hi Mikey,

How do you access the fixing screws behind the pilars?

NeuroBeaker · Mar 17th, 2008, 01:18 PM

Quote: Originally Posted by mikeythemini (original)

Dont switch the car on with front seats out

Why? Has that got something to do with side impact airbags?

Minione7 · Mar 17th, 2008, 02:02 PM

hi mikey, curently working on the upgrade to my car, how do i remove the pillar trims? where are the screws? do i have to remove the clip thingy on the b pillar that says airbag on it? how do i do this? any infomation is great becasue need get car back on the road asap.
thanks rob

DaFlake · Mar 17th, 2008, 02:12 PM

Quote: Originally Posted by ARCrawford (original)

Why? Has that got something to do with side impact airbags?

Yes, you will trip the Airbag light and force a trip to the dealers to get it turned off.

Minione7 · Mar 17th, 2008, 02:59 PM

hi mikey, curently working on the upgrade to my car, how do i remove the pillar trims? where are the screws? do i have to remove the clip thingy on the b pillar that says airbag on it? how do i do this? any infomation is great becasue need get car back on the road asap.
thanks rob

Boro Boy · Mar 17th, 2008, 04:19 PM

Quote: Originally Posted by Minione7 (original)

hi mikey, curently working on the upgrade to my car, how do i remove the pillar trims? where are the screws? do i have to remove the clip thingy on the b pillar that says airbag on it? how do i do this? any infomation is great becasue need get car back on the road asap.
thanks rob

The screws are behind the 'Airbag' label caps, this may be useful.

mikeythemini · Mar 17th, 2008, 05:06 PM

Yes behind the airbag sign is a screw - then when the pillar is off you will see the screw for the quarter panel

Minione7 · Mar 17th, 2008, 05:57 PM

hi. thanks for the help. is there a special way to get the b pillar one off as i dont wont to break it becasue of the light behind it?

thanks rob

mikeythemini · Mar 17th, 2008, 09:47 PM

Once the screw is out it just pulls off

whokilledkaji · Mar 18th, 2008, 02:01 PM

These earthing points... The one by the sill specifically. Are they marked? (I'll be putting my amp under the seat like Mike suggests...) Can't wait to get started! (a little scared though!)

airbusA346 · Mar 18th, 2008, 08:21 PM

Mikey,

How do you get the 'airbag cover thing' off the B Pillar Post?

adam_Randell · Mar 18th, 2008, 08:39 PM

Quote: Originally Posted by DaFlake (original)

Yes, you will trip the Airbag light and force a trip to the dealers to get it turned off.

when i was adding an amp to my R56, i accidently tried connecting the audio to the airbag cables! (as i was told my a member of halfrauds it was my adio cables) and i now have to get the light reset. i took it in and was supposed to cost £40.99 but the ecu wouldnt talk to the diagnostics so now will cost me around another £300!

so be careful lol

whokilledkaji · Mar 19th, 2008, 07:22 AM

Geez... Scary indeed. I assume that was an accident, but how can that be avoided? Any tips?

mikeythemini · Mar 19th, 2008, 07:41 AM

Use one of my looms then no need to start chopping into the factory loom - & steer clear of a certain national chain

NeuroBeaker · Mar 19th, 2008, 11:24 AM

Quote: Originally Posted by adam_Randell (original)

when i was adding an amp to my R56, i accidently tried connecting the audio to the airbag cables! (as i was told my a member of halfrauds it was my adio cables) and i now have to get the light reset. i took it in and was supposed to cost £40.99 but the ecu wouldnt talk to the diagnostics so now will cost me around another £300!

so be careful lol

Wow.... so either you would have turned the radio on and been hit by an airbag or had a crash and suddenly heard the voice of Terry Wogan...

Either is pretty frightening to be honest!

mikeythemini · Mar 19th, 2008, 12:48 PM

b PILLAR airbag thingy, just clips down from the top
I always advise using plastic tools

Mar 15th, 2008, 11:40 AM	#1
airbusA346 Confused By Certain Users Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Stone, Staffordshire Local Time: 11:20 AM Posts: 7,596 Offline	URGENT Help Needed! URGENT! Help Needed I am posting this thread on behalf of my brother (minione7), because he currently has no access to a computer. My brother purchased one of the wiring looms off Mikey to upgrade is his speakers and add an amp etc and is currently trying to fit it but he has a few questions, which are: 1) On the new wiring loom which RCA connection is for the front speakers and which is for the back speakers? 2) Is there an earthing point to earth the amp.? 3) How does he get access to the rear speakers? 4) Is there a special place in the car for earthing or can it been done anywhere? 5) Is there a certain place where you are meant to route the power cable. Can somebody help urgently because the car is currently in bits. Thanks. Tom, posting on behalf of Rob. Owner Of The Last Word Of 2007 :: My Website The Orange Blob As My Avatar Is The Mascot Of JetAlliance Racing Called 'Carli'.

Mar 15th, 2008, 12:18 PM	#2 (permalink)
mikeythemini I can't get no sleep My Classifieds Join Date: May 2002 Location: Capital of Culture Local Time: 11:20 AM Posts: 8,952 Online	Quote: Originally Posted by airbusA346 (original) URGENT! Help Needed I am posting this thread on behalf of my brother (minione7), because he currently has no access to a computer. My brother purchased one of the wiring looms off Mikey to upgrade is his speakers and add an amp etc and is currently trying to fit it but he has a few questions, which are: 1) On the new wiring loom which RCA connection is for the front speakers and which is for the back speakers? One connected to the purples & greens is REAR, whites & greys FRONT 2) Is there an earthing point to earth the amp.? Earth it to the body of the car - depends where your mounting the amp 3) How does he get access to the rear speakers? Remove the B & C pillar trims, these will reveal screws holding the rear panels in place (You will also have to remove the rear seats) 4) Is there a special place in the car for earthing or can it been done anywhere? There are some good existing earth points - I use one in the sill as I put my amps under the front seat 5) Is there a certain place where you are meant to route the power cable. Under the carpet as far from existing wires as possible Can somebody help urgently because the car is currently in bits. Thanks. Tom, posting on behalf of Rob. Hope the above helps Lakes Tour 2008 coming soon Are you ready for Lakes 2008 - details soon

Mar 15th, 2008, 12:21 PM	#3 (permalink)
mikeythemini I can't get no sleep My Classifieds Join Date: May 2002 Location: Capital of Culture Local Time: 11:20 AM Posts: 8,952 Online	Dont switch the car on with front seats out Lakes Tour 2008 coming soon Are you ready for Lakes 2008 - details soon

Mar 17th, 2008, 01:14 PM	#4 (permalink)
airbusA346 Confused By Certain Users Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Stone, Staffordshire Local Time: 11:20 AM Posts: 7,596 Offline	Hi Mikey, How do you access the fixing screws behind the pilars? Owner Of The Last Word Of 2007 :: My Website The Orange Blob As My Avatar Is The Mascot Of JetAlliance Racing Called 'Carli'.

Mar 17th, 2008, 01:18 PM	#5 (permalink)
NeuroBeaker Where's my navigator?! Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Behind the wheel Local Time: 11:20 AM Posts: 5,756 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by mikeythemini (original) Dont switch the car on with front seats out Why? Has that got something to do with side impact airbags? * * * * * NeuroBeaker Proud owner of "Zeus" (a 'slightly modified' 2004 Mini ONE).

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Mar 17th, 2008, 02:02 PM	#6 (permalink)
Minione7 John Cooper Works Cooper My Classifieds Join Date: Jan 2007 Local Time: 11:20 AM Posts: 64 Offline	hi mikey, curently working on the upgrade to my car, how do i remove the pillar trims? where are the screws? do i have to remove the clip thingy on the b pillar that says airbag on it? how do i do this? any infomation is great becasue need get car back on the road asap. thanks rob

Mar 17th, 2008, 02:12 PM	#7 (permalink)
DaFlake I miss my MINI Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Hanging on The Cape! Local Time: 06:20 AM Posts: 10,416 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by ARCrawford (original) Why? Has that got something to do with side impact airbags? Yes, you will trip the Airbag light and force a trip to the dealers to get it turned off. Global Moderator

Mar 17th, 2008, 02:59 PM	#8 (permalink)
Minione7 John Cooper Works Cooper My Classifieds Join Date: Jan 2007 Local Time: 11:20 AM Posts: 64 Offline	hi mikey, curently working on the upgrade to my car, how do i remove the pillar trims? where are the screws? do i have to remove the clip thingy on the b pillar that says airbag on it? how do i do this? any infomation is great becasue need get car back on the road asap. thanks rob

Mar 17th, 2008, 04:19 PM	#9 (permalink)
Boro Boy MINI2 Regular Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: London Local Time: 11:20 AM Posts: 63 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by Minione7 (original) hi mikey, curently working on the upgrade to my car, how do i remove the pillar trims? where are the screws? do i have to remove the clip thingy on the b pillar that says airbag on it? how do i do this? any infomation is great becasue need get car back on the road asap. thanks rob The screws are behind the 'Airbag' label caps, this may be useful.

Mar 17th, 2008, 05:06 PM	#10 (permalink)
mikeythemini I can't get no sleep My Classifieds Join Date: May 2002 Location: Capital of Culture Local Time: 11:20 AM Posts: 8,952 Online	Yes behind the airbag sign is a screw - then when the pillar is off you will see the screw for the quarter panel Lakes Tour 2008 coming soon Are you ready for Lakes 2008 - details soon

Mar 17th, 2008, 05:57 PM	#11 (permalink)
Minione7 John Cooper Works Cooper My Classifieds Join Date: Jan 2007 Local Time: 11:20 AM Posts: 64 Offline	hi. thanks for the help. is there a special way to get the b pillar one off as i dont wont to break it becasue of the light behind it? thanks rob

Mar 17th, 2008, 09:47 PM	#12 (permalink)
mikeythemini I can't get no sleep My Classifieds Join Date: May 2002 Location: Capital of Culture Local Time: 11:20 AM Posts: 8,952 Online	Once the screw is out it just pulls off Lakes Tour 2008 coming soon Are you ready for Lakes 2008 - details soon

Mar 18th, 2008, 02:01 PM	#13 (permalink)
whokilledkaji MINI2 Senior Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Shiga, Japan Local Time: 07:20 PM Posts: 480 Offline	These earthing points... The one by the sill specifically. Are they marked? (I'll be putting my amp under the seat like Mike suggests...) Can't wait to get started! (a little scared though!)

Mar 18th, 2008, 08:21 PM	#14 (permalink)
airbusA346 Confused By Certain Users Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Stone, Staffordshire Local Time: 11:20 AM Posts: 7,596 Offline	Mikey, How do you get the 'airbag cover thing' off the B Pillar Post? Owner Of The Last Word Of 2007 :: My Website The Orange Blob As My Avatar Is The Mascot Of JetAlliance Racing Called 'Carli'.

Mar 18th, 2008, 08:39 PM	#15 (permalink)
adam_Randell 07' Cooper My Classifieds Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Droitwich Local Time: 11:20 AM Posts: 981 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by DaFlake (original) Yes, you will trip the Airbag light and force a trip to the dealers to get it turned off. when i was adding an amp to my R56, i accidently tried connecting the audio to the airbag cables! (as i was told my a member of halfrauds it was my adio cables) and i now have to get the light reset. i took it in and was supposed to cost £40.99 but the ecu wouldnt talk to the diagnostics so now will cost me around another £300! so be careful lol ...::HBS::... Heard Before Seen adam_randell www.heardbeforeseen.com

Mar 19th, 2008, 07:22 AM	#16 (permalink)
whokilledkaji MINI2 Senior Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Shiga, Japan Local Time: 07:20 PM Posts: 480 Offline	Geez... Scary indeed. I assume that was an accident, but how can that be avoided? Any tips?

Mar 19th, 2008, 07:41 AM	#17 (permalink)
mikeythemini I can't get no sleep My Classifieds Join Date: May 2002 Location: Capital of Culture Local Time: 11:20 AM Posts: 8,952 Online	Use one of my looms then no need to start chopping into the factory loom - & steer clear of a certain national chain Lakes Tour 2008 coming soon Are you ready for Lakes 2008 - details soon

Mar 19th, 2008, 11:24 AM	#18 (permalink)
NeuroBeaker Where's my navigator?! Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Behind the wheel Local Time: 11:20 AM Posts: 5,756 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by adam_Randell (original) when i was adding an amp to my R56, i accidently tried connecting the audio to the airbag cables! (as i was told my a member of halfrauds it was my adio cables) and i now have to get the light reset. i took it in and was supposed to cost £40.99 but the ecu wouldnt talk to the diagnostics so now will cost me around another £300! so be careful lol Wow.... so either you would have turned the radio on and been hit by an airbag or had a crash and suddenly heard the voice of Terry Wogan... Either is pretty frightening to be honest! * * * * * NeuroBeaker Proud owner of "Zeus" (a 'slightly modified' 2004 Mini ONE).

Mar 19th, 2008, 12:48 PM	#19 (permalink)
mikeythemini I can't get no sleep My Classifieds Join Date: May 2002 Location: Capital of Culture Local Time: 11:20 AM Posts: 8,952 Online	b PILLAR airbag thingy, just clips down from the top I always advise using plastic tools Lakes Tour 2008 coming soon Are you ready for Lakes 2008 - details soon

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