Hi guys,

does anyone have any idea which wire is which on a mk4 escort ignition barrel?

This is what i have found so far:

RED = PERMANENT LIVE
BLUE/BLACK = LIVE ONLY WHEN IGNITION ON
BLACK = CRANK LIVE
YELLOW = ACC

i'm assuming 'crank live' is for the starter, what does 'acc' mean?

Regards,
Andy

Acc, radio ect

Usually "accesories"
it's usually live when the key is turned 1 click on. But no ign lights.

thanks, so there's nothing in a kit car that i'd require that for then i'm guessing.....!
why is this wire required anyway in a regular car?

Unless you have a powerpoint/cigarette lighter then probably not.

On the fords the radio would be controlled by this position of the key. you would not have been able to turn the radio on without the key.

so you can listen to the radio, without the ignition on

sweet, well i was wondering how i was gonna 'live' my head unit, 6x9s, 2 15" subs, amp etc.....
that's a weight off!

PMSL you chav

well with that sorted, i picked up an awesome bodykit for the striker from halfords earlier, better go get fitting!!!

Sounds bangin are you gonna slam it as well.