Change overhead light.
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Change overhead light.
How do you change the bulb on the passenger side, overhead light?
Is there a DYI somewhere on this site?
Also, is there a way to brighten the light itself? I looked thru the menus for a dimming setting but didn't find one.
Thanks
David
Is there a DYI somewhere on this site?
Also, is there a way to brighten the light itself? I looked thru the menus for a dimming setting but didn't find one.
Thanks
David
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Look into Diode Dynamics they sell all interior and exterior lights at great prices and have DIY videos for mostly everything. And they're a well known respected vendor here on this forum.
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The cover pries off, use a small screwdriver wrapped in a cloth to keep from damaging the plastic. Any LED bulb will be brighter than what's in there now.
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I used a trim-remover-wedge-part-thing, but I've used a credit card/business card before in my old G35 - LEDs look 42 times better..
The light outside of the car messed up the effect but you kinda get the idea.. I'm sure there's more pics everywhere, but yep:
The light outside of the car messed up the effect but you kinda get the idea.. I'm sure there's more pics everywhere, but yep:
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I have the entire LED kid from Diode Dynamics that I'm about to post up for sale in the classifieds when I get a chance. It's a complete kit with every LED necessary for the interior and exterior of the car all brand new never opened.
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I just found some instructions on this site:
(you dont need these complicated LEDs though, a simple LED/bulb will work.. buy kennyzs LED kit :P)
Exact Direct Fit LED Panel Light Interior Package Installation Guide
(you dont need these complicated LEDs though, a simple LED/bulb will work.. buy kennyzs LED kit :P)
Exact Direct Fit LED Panel Light Interior Package Installation Guide
Last edited by TjG37s; 05-01-2016 at 10:53 PM. Reason: minus ebay, plus kennyz
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I just found some instructions on this site:
(you dont need these complicated LEDs though, a simple LED/bulb will work.. buy kennyzs LED kit :P)
Exact Direct Fit LED Panel Light Interior Package Installation Guide
(you dont need these complicated LEDs though, a simple LED/bulb will work.. buy kennyzs LED kit :P)
Exact Direct Fit LED Panel Light Interior Package Installation Guide
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The translucent cover over the bulbs itself. Just be vary careful because the trim around it is weak and easy to scratch - so use a cloth or credit card to protect it. .. Just pry and it pops right off. It will make you nervous at first but its hard to get it wrong.
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buy a "trim removal kit" from Harbor Freight ($7.99). various plastic trim removal tools - comes in handy.
5 Piece Auto Trim and Molding Tool Set
bonus: is it possible to replace the tiny overhead "spotlight" bulb on the passenger side?
5 Piece Auto Trim and Molding Tool Set
bonus: is it possible to replace the tiny overhead "spotlight" bulb on the passenger side?
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