Which wires give constant, ignition and ground on a 2016 Chevrolet Spark?
On a 2016 Chevrolet Spark, take constant power from the Red/Purple wire at the black 6-pin ignition switch plug, steering column, pin 2, ignition from the Purple/Black wire at the black 6-pin ignition switch plug, steering column, pin 1, and ground to clean, bare body metal. Meter every wire first.
Meter every wire before you tap it. Colors change with trim and build date.
OBD-II port:Under the dash, driver sideBest power spot:Ignition switch plugSystem voltage:12VIgnition type:Key start (this page)
Where do I get constant, ignition and ground on a 2016 Chevrolet Spark?
Constant and ignition are on one plug at the key cylinder.
Option 1 Main power
Ignition switch plug
Black 6-pin plug on the key cylinder, under the column cover.
Black 6-pin ignition switch plug, steering column, pin 1Hot with the key in run.
Accessory
Purple/Yellow
Black 6-pin ignition switch plug, steering column, pin 3Only on cars without OnStar.
Ground
Body ground
Bare metal under the dashNo ground color printed. Never the battery negative post.
No starter wire is listed in this guide.
Option 2 Backup
Fuse tap
For accessory power.
Accessory
Fuse tap
Interior fuse panelFind a slot that is hot only in accessory and run.
Use an add-a-fuse.
From Fortin's install guide for the 2016 to 2019 Spark with a key (guide 90441).
Where are the turn signal, reverse and light wires on a 2016 Chevrolet Spark for advanced 360 multicam and video telematics installs?
Circuit
Wire color
Location and what it does
Left turnNot foundNot yet checked
Not found
Not foundWe found no source for this wire.
Right turnNot foundNot yet checked
Not found
Not foundWe found no source for this wire.
Park lightNegative -Not yet checked
Green/Gray
Black 12-pin plug at the headlamp switchGround when the parking lights are on.
HeadlightNot foundNot yet checked
Not found
Not foundWe found no source for this wire.
ReverseNot foundNot yet checked
Not found
Not foundWe found no source for this wire.
Dome lightNot foundNot yet checked
Not found
Not foundWe found no source for this wire.
Each chip shows the main insulation color with its stripe. Source: Fortin's install guide for the 2016 to 2019 Spark with a key (guide 90441).
Where are the brake, door, speed and CAN wires on a 2016 Chevrolet Spark for advanced 360 multicam and video telematics installs?
Circuit
Wire color
Location and what it does
CAN dataDataNot yet checked
Green (single wire)
OBD-II port, pin 1Single-wire GM data bus. Never cut or splice it.
DoorsNot foundNot yet checked
Not found
Not foundWe found no source for this wire.
BrakeNot foundNot yet checked
Not found
Not foundWe found no source for this wire.
Parking brakeNot foundNot yet checked
Not found
Not foundWe found no source for this wire.
Vehicle speedNot foundNot yet checked
Not found
Not foundWe found no source for this wire.
Source: Fortin's install guide for the 2016 to 2019 Spark with a key (guide 90441). Wires marked Not found were not in the guide.
Where are the fuse boxes and ground points on a 2016 Chevrolet Spark?
Steering columnIgnition switch plugConstant and ignition.
DashHeadlamp switchParking light wire.
Ground pointsBare body metalNever the battery negative post.
Locations from Fortin's install guides.
Where is the OBD-II port on a 2016 Chevrolet Spark?
OBD II
Diagnostic portOBD-II port: under the dash, driver sidePlug-in GPS trackers and OBD harnesses connect here. Check the port before you plan the install.
Which years share wiring with the 2016 Chevrolet Spark?
This page2016Chevrolet Spark.
Same power wiring2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022Same ignition plug colors. Accessory and CAN spot change in 2020.
Not covered2013 to 2015Not on this page.
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This page covers the 2016 Chevrolet Spark small car with a key start.
The wire colors come from Fortin's install guide, read wire by wire. Our own team has not yet metered these on a 2016 Spark.
Written by API Signal, fleet GPS and camera installers for 35+ years across Georgia, South Carolina and North Carolina, installing every major telematics and camera brand. Every wire on this page lists its source.
Test every wire with a meter before you tap it
No wiring information is ever guaranteed. Colors and locations change with trim, options and build date, and the manufacturer can change them in the middle of a model year. We share this as a starting point for installers, and you are responsible for confirming every connection on the vehicle in front of you.
Common questions about 2016 Chevrolet Spark wiring
What wire is constant power on a 2016 Chevrolet Spark?
Red/Purple at the black 6-pin ignition switch plug, steering column, pin 2. 12V battery feed. Meter it before you tap it.
What wire is ignition on a 2016 Chevrolet Spark?
Purple/Black at the black 6-pin ignition switch plug, steering column, pin 1. Hot with the key in run. Meter it before you tap it.
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