what's this attached to my 3.2 engine lid?

[WIL84911]

It's attached underneath the engine lid. Do I really need it? Sorry tried my books and I don't even know what to search for here. Cheers!

[MH911]

It's your engine bay light. The section in the center will slide open to expose the light bulb ( and turn on ).

Your head lights must be on in order for it to function.

[WIL84911]

Originally Posted by MH911

It's your engine bay light. The section in the center will slide open to expose the light bulb ( and turn on ).

Your head lights must be on in order for it to function.

Well DUH... didn't even think of that.. I thought it was some sensor. Thanks so much for the quick reply... what a community I tell ya....

[nesslar]

Looks like you need to re-attach it to make it useful.....

[Joe Bob]

Careful routing the wiring. It's the main reason the dome lights short out.

If you using the original wires, look for pinching that can ground and blow the fuse.

[WIL84911]

Thanks so much for the responses... don't even know if it works...maybe I'll test then SELL... lol

[kidrock]

your driver's side running light and tail light circuit runs through that little beauty. If it is not wired correctly, those circuits will not operate.

[m110]

It helped me out last week. My fanbelt exploded and I didn't have a flashlight. Flicked that sucker on, changed the belt on the side of I-5 with the ample toolkit and was on my way...what a well thought out car.

[grendiers]

Post hijack alert! I have an aftermarket lid and spoiler, no little light. If the wiring affects the running lights, et al, would say, a previous owner boogered up the wiring?

[kidrock]

Originally Posted by grendiers

Post hijack alert! I have an aftermarket lid and spoiler, no little light. If the wiring affects the running lights, et al, would say, a previous owner boogered up the wiring?

good question. I basically suck with electrical issues, but I occasionally muddle through. I guess even a blind squirrel has to find a nut once in awhile.

I'd venture a guess to say that you could omit that fixture and re-wire properly to ensure that particular circuit operates correctly. If you don't have the light but all your lights are working right, I would assume my theory is correct.