warning buzzer and loose connectors

[ronspeedsix]

As I was checking my throttle cable I discovered three loose connectors hanging at the steering column under the dash.
Wondered what purpose.

Connected two of them and hey, buzzersound with ignition on, started engine, buzzer off. Disconnected it as I was not sure why they were disconnected.
Another unused bigger connector hanging freely.

Does anyone know whatfor and why ?
Car is 1997 4.0HC

Thanks
Ronald.

[jimed]

I'm not sure what the connectors are for but I assume it is not a Griff as they didn't make 4L in 1997 - or am I wrong - maybe someone has put a 4L engine in what was a 500??
Jim

[andy43]

Ronalds is the same as my Griff B275 - a japanese market special with a 4.0 HC engine. Mine was built 1997 and re-imported back to UK last year. Only differences are the engine, different rear plate recess, and an exhaust temp warning system to meet jap regs - possibly these plugs are part of that if a warning buzzer sounds when connected?

I'll have a look and see if I have these plugs and report back.

[andy43]

Had a quick look upside down in footwell - can't see any of those plugs on mine - pic looks like they're cable tied to steering column? Unless they're right hard up against/under the steering column plastic cowling where I can't see 'em?

[ronspeedsix]

Hi Andy,

Yes they are cable tied against the steering column and not near the cowling.
Thanks for the effort.

Isn't it great that every TVR is unique and even more when form Japanese origin.....

Regards, Ronald

[dnb]

On my Impreza WRX (JDM car) from a similar era there was a buzzer that sounded when the keys were in the ignition and the door open. It used similar connectors, and was similarly disconnected due to the extreme annoyance it caused. It could be another one of the odd features that the Japanese authorities demanded were fitted for their approval to use the car.