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Some identification help

Discussion in '308/328' started by BrockBenson, Sep 15, 2021.

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  1. BrockBenson

    BrockBenson Formula Junior

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    #1 BrockBenson, Sep 15, 2021
    Hi All, while rummaging around under the drivers side of the dash trying to fix my ignition switch issue, I came across a couple of things I'd never noticed before. Couldn't see anything in the owners manual to explain it either.

    1. One looks like some sort of socket or light fitting on the left side of the column.
    2. The other is a similar sized hole on the right hand side of the column.
    3. While messing with the wiring near the ignition switch this bolt fell out. Does anyone recognise it? To me it doesn't look very automotive (but I could be wrong?)

    I attached some pictures as reference.

    Thanks for your help.

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  2. greyboxer

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    #2 greyboxer, Sep 15, 2021
    No 1 is the emergency light power socket 'receptacle' (P21 #47) - many threads here - they all have it
     
  3. lm2504me

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    #3 lm2504me, Sep 15, 2021
    I use this DIN socket to power my timing light. I purchased some of the DIN HELLA connectors from AMAZON and wired them to my 12 vdc timing light.
    I also use the socket to keep my Iphone charged, when needed.


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  4. miketuason

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    #4 miketuason, Sep 15, 2021
    Inside that hole under the ignition switch is this part with the rubber boot. I think that is the ground wire connected to the door and ignition buzzer.

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  5. BrockBenson

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    #5 BrockBenson, Sep 16, 2021
    Thanks for the responses so far. That's pretty handy having a +12v socket there. Thanks for those ideas Richard.
    So what is the point of the access hole? To connect the ground wire? Is there suppose to be a cover over it?
    Does anyone recognise the bolt/screw? Could it be from the key lock system?
     
  6. Brian Harper

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    #6 Brian Harper, Sep 16, 2021
    That screw doesn't look like a Ferrari part to me. And it seems too shiny to be an old Ferrari part.
     
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  7. absostone

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    #7 absostone, Sep 16, 2021
    Yeah and dont stick the screw in the socket!:confused:
     
  8. WaltP

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    #8 WaltP, Sep 17, 2021
    That screw looks like one of four used to hold the instrument cluster in.
     
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