How to: Hardwire install dash cam (VW Golf) or: access fuse box, A pillar, & courtesy light @CraigsDIY
How to: Hardwire install dash cam (VW Golf) or: access fuse box, A pillar, & courtesy light  @CraigsDIY
Uploaded September 2019 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
Installing my old dash cam in the Mk6 Golf with the same hardware from my Ford set-up, all cabling hidden, and power ignition-switched via a fuse-tap.

To see a more detailed look at the wiring set-up here, watch my original video installing the same hardware in my Ford: youtu.be/cZCQt_tXIi0

Part 2 | Adding a rear dash cam (different model) to the Golf 6: youtu.be/kzeuUSNS2Gg

Review of the Viofo A119S: youtu.be/3UdmoRUWFV8

Amazon links for the A119S ~
US: amzn.to/2ASG88t | UK: amzn.to/2CTaNUU

The A119S is really a driving-only camera (no proper parking mode) so it's installed here to run only with ignition. To see a driving/parking install plus a rear camera, watch: youtu.be/bAE4gbzCXJE
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which features the Viofo A129 Duo, which is a front + rear set-up. Review: youtu.be/l07rtvNkHBs
Or, newer version A129 Plus Duo: youtu.be/0VgWKLdtAcA

Viofo Amazon store for these cameras & accessories ~
Amazon US: amzn.to/4hMosky
Amazon UK: amzn.to/3O9fnVn

The cabling shown uses a fuse tap and a hardwired USB power supply. You will need:
* USB dash cam, see above
* USB cable, length to suit
* USB power adapter, featured is a dual socket unit with cable terminating in an SAE plug. Amazon links ~
US: amzn.to/2C4xDIs | UK: amzn.to/2krC1Ke
* Fuse tap, make sure you get the right size. Amazon links ~
US: amzn.to/2j0Stko | UK: amzn.to/2o3nGZC
* Additional fuse to suit, 5 A is about right
* Other wiring and crimps or solder as required
* Voltmeter
* Tools to get behind trim. Various torx screwdriver bits.

Using the above Amazon links helps support my channel and is appreciated!
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