Which is better for a dash cam: plugging into the cigarette lighter or hardwiring?
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It is better to plug the dash cam into the cigarette lighter power source. Using the cigarette lighter does not require modifying the car's wiring or dismantling the center console panel (removing the center console panel may lead to rattling noises later). Below is the installation method for a dash cam: 1. First, determine the installation position of the dash cam. Route the cable from below the center console to the edge of the windshield, then extend it near the rearview mirror; 2. Determine the optimal wiring route based on the length of the power cable; 3. Tuck the power cable of the dash cam into the gap of the headliner; 4. Then tuck the cable into the door seal strip and reinstall the seal strip properly; 5. Insert the power cable into the seal strip until it reaches the bottom of the dashboard and let the cable hang out; 6. Finally, plug it into the cigarette lighter power source.