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2014 Center Switch Panel Access?

Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by Hoyle, Jul 30, 2017.

  1. Jul 30, 2017 at 4:05 PM
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    Hoyle

    Hoyle [OP] Well-Known Member

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    I've searched the forums and youtube, unable to find how to gain access to the 4 switch area just below the climate control knobs.
    I'm wanting to install another switch in the blank plug and rewire another ..

    Thanks...
     
  2. Jul 30, 2017 at 4:30 PM
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    Not sure if this would help?

     
  3. Jul 30, 2017 at 4:36 PM
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    thank you, I did watch that video, I even tweeted this guy and asked how to get behind the switches.. he doesn't show it in the video... that panel on left gives NO access ... thanks again...
     
  4. Jul 30, 2017 at 5:02 PM
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    Couldn't find much else, other than these threads that mention that a boatload of panels need to be removed first to get the switch panel out:

    https://www.tacomaworld.com/threads/switch-blank-removal-on-2009-center-dash-helpers.184483
    https://www.tacomaworld.com/threads/does-a-2009-lower-trim-panel-fit-on-a-2007.107079

    However, if the shifter panel and AC control panel are removed, there may be a way to get behind the switch panel without removal:

    https://www.tacomaworld.com/threads/dashboard-question-on-6-speed.151033
     
  5. Jul 30, 2017 at 5:03 PM
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    I used a small screwdriver and popped out the blank. Then you can put a wire coat hanger through and it'll come out the back. Then just fish your wires through. That's the easiest way, and much easier than taking apart a million panels to get that one out.
     
  6. Jul 30, 2017 at 5:43 PM
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    Thanks guys, I'll try the fish method for new switch.. but need to remove and rewire another switch already installed... yea.. it does look like a few panels to remove prior to that one..

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    How'd it go? I am about to do the same when I wire up my Rear Camera Anytime Mod.
     

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