Battery Cut Off Switch (FIA) - 205 GTI

Hi All,

Has anyone out there fitted the FIA-type cut-off switch ( the one with two
big poles and four spade connectors ) to a 205 GTI ?

I've got a wiring diagram from the internet but it would be really helpful
to know details specific to the 205 GTI i.e. colour codes for the existing
wires, where the connections to the existing circuits were made etc.

Can anyone assist me here, please ?

Cheers.

Squibby

 

Why fit one in the first place??

 

I would think that fitting a cut off switch would cause dire consequences to
the system. I certainly would not recommend it.

Bryan

 

Fitment is mandatory in certain disciplines of motorsport and I can't be the
first to be in this situation, surely. It is a safety issue, and the
FIA-approved type of switch is designed to stop run-on due to the alternator
still having output until it stops turning. A ballast resistor is used to
stop the ECU getting fried. It's also a very effective anti-theft device.
I just thought it might save me some time/head scratching over fitting it if
I could benefit from another's first-hand experience.

Squibby

Squibby

 

So the key is not good engough. for anti theft device fit a good alarm.
which the car should have got on it.there are many things out there u
can fit on to a car if some one whats to nick it they will.

 

I take your point Squibby, but what I am saying is even to change a battery
you need to the system powered, I have a low power12 volt input via the
cigar lighter if I need to disconnect the battery for any reason.

Bryan

 

This not quite what he is talking about Chris.

Bryan

 

Fit a good alarm to wail away to no effect. Locks are easily bypassed.

Having an extra switch in the ignition chain will however confuse and
delay.