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Icon5 2002 Ranger need to find Key sense wire

Newbie here...
Trying install a bluethooth car adapter in my 2002 Ranger, and I need to find the key sense wire.
Can someone please help me out on this?
Thx,
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do you need a wire for keyed power (12v) or a wire to know that the PATS key is in the igniton?
 
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The manual just calls it the key sense wire.
This kit can be used in any car, with or without PATS.
Even cars without PATS still have a key sense wire, proof being the door chime.
I know that the manual doesn't mean keyed power.
So I'm looking for the generic key sense wire.
Any help would be much appreciated!
Thx,
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A black/pink wire goes to ground in the ignition key lock when the key is inserted. The wire runs up the right side of the steering column.
 
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rwenzing,
I'll start digging for it.
Thanks so much!
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Just watch out for the airbag wires in the same area. They may have a yellow sheath around them for identification.
 
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Rwenzing,
Will do, thanks for the info.
 
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