How to Connect Dash Cam to Switched Fuse in Mazda CX-30 2022

TLDR; The video discusses finding a switched fuse for a dash cam in a Mazda CX-30 2022 Canadian Edition, confirming that the fuses in the fuse box are always hot and advising to go through the firewall to connect the dash cam.

💡 Purpose of the Video

The video aims to connect a dash cam to a switched fuse in a Mazda CX-30 2022 Canadian Edition.

The speaker mentions the challenge of finding an ACC or switched fuse for the dash cam, as many online videos suggest using the fuse box for this purpose.

However, the speaker introduces a tool to test if the fuse or wire is hot or not, indicating whether it's always on.

🔌 Testing Fuses

Using a testing tool, the speaker goes through each fuse to check if it's hot or not.

The tool lights up for several fuses, indicating that they are always hot and have power, making them unsuitable for connecting the dash cam.

The speaker expresses disappointment that all the tested fuses are always hot, warning against wiring the dash cam to these fuses as it may drain the car's battery.

🔋 Next Steps

The speaker explains that due to the fuses being always hot, it's necessary to go through the firewall and the fuse box inside to connect the dash cam.

They acknowledge the prevalence of discussions about this issue on platforms like Reddit, aiming to confirm the consensus that the tested fuses cannot be used.

The video serves as a confirmation that connecting the dash cam will require going through the firewall, providing important information for viewers facing the same issue.