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Best 12V Source to tap for Camera power

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What is the best source of constant 12V only when my jeep is running, but won't provide 12V when off? Looking to tap a 12V for power for my rear view camera (constant on). Need a source near back of jeep.

I was looking at tapping the 12V Accessory in the trunk, but was afraid of draining the battery when the car was off. This true?
 
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I would just run a small gauge wire from your front keyed 12V outlet. My rearview camera uses the reverse lights in the back for power, but some cameras can have a delay when they power up. You can run the power and ground in parallel with the video cable you'll need. I ran both up and over the roll cage under the fabric cover.









 
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Under the cover at the base of the roll bar on the right side you should find an extra 3pin wiring connector. Or it will be connected to a 12v outlet if you have the upgraded audio package. That is the power source I tapped into. I dont recall the colors but they were fairly straight forward to figure out which was pos and neg.
 
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