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MESO Puddle Light build

Discussion in '3rd Gen. Tacomas (2016-2023)' started by MESO, Jan 12, 2019.

  1. Jul 6, 2019 at 8:48 PM
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    HelloMyNameIs

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    @MESO Any chance of purchasing just the harness so I can install my own puddle lights below the cab on the frame but have the same functionality?
     
  2. Jul 7, 2019 at 8:08 AM
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    So, DSIM’s kit?
     
  3. Jul 7, 2019 at 8:39 AM
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    HelloMyNameIs I know words, I have the best words.

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    First I’ve heard of that. Off to the search bar, thank you.
     
  4. Jul 7, 2019 at 10:14 AM
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    My initial kill switch thought was to extend Meso's sub harness back down the A pillar to a spare push switch located on the lower left console. Basically, create an extension cord for the sub-harness.

    @MESO, could you please spec out your connectors and pins for the sub-harness?

    The 12V constant is SPST switched. The switch has no "On" LED: no battery draw in the normal "On" position. A "Puddles" text push switch powered by the 12V ignition console lights would provide a finished OEM look.

    Downstream of the switch, the Meso "Y" and driver/passenger Meso cabling are used normally.

    Example switch:

    https://www.ch4x4.com/product/ch4x4-toyota-push-switch-reverse-lights-symbol-5/
     
  5. Jul 7, 2019 at 11:14 AM
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    I’ve used this thing innumerable times to help get wires through the firewall, boots, center console, behind the lower console, and many many more. It’s cheap and the little light on the end is extremely helpful to find where you can get wires through. It’s saved me a ton of headache from taping wires to coat hangers. One of the most useful tools I own.
     
  6. Jul 7, 2019 at 2:46 PM
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    I used my multimeter to find the positive in the harness. I ignored it though and did a push button switch like you described on the ground wire so I can manually switch them on. I added a diode added to the harness to isolate the puddles from the interior lights.

    Edit: So your plan should work to switch the positive as a kill switch.
     
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  7. Jul 7, 2019 at 3:32 PM
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    Finally installed these. Took my time (4.5 hours and a needed dip in the pool when I was finished) and read the install instructions many times over and watched a YouTube video. Can’t thank everyone in this group enough for the tips, tricks and advice for this install. @MESO please continue making excellent products and great customer service. Everything seems to be working properly and I can’t wait until it gets dark so I can show them off.
     
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  8. Jul 10, 2019 at 11:00 AM
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    Tacoma peeps-
    Just a little bit longer until the next release. I am trying to make this a big one to please everyone.
    (that's what she said)
    Thanks!
     
  9. Jul 10, 2019 at 11:06 AM
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    Nice Meso! :spending:
     
  10. Jul 10, 2019 at 8:58 PM
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    @MESO one of my puddle lights on the
    driver side went out but the passenger one is fine

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  11. Jul 10, 2019 at 9:24 PM
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    Do you have any type of test light or multimeter? First and easiet place to
    Check is right at the light. Pop the cover off and test to see if there’s power.
    Yes= bad light
    No= connection came loose somewhere upstream
     
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  12. Jul 10, 2019 at 9:25 PM
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    Take the passenger side out and try it on the driver side
     
  13. Jul 10, 2019 at 9:31 PM
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    yea i happen to have one i will check it tomorrow morning since i’m at work and won’t be off till 6am and will let u kno
     
  14. Jul 11, 2019 at 2:02 AM
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    I’m having the same issue, except it’s the passenger side that works...
     
  15. Jul 11, 2019 at 2:19 AM
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    r_to_the_k

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    Looked through about 80 pages for an answer, but gave up. Hoping someone might read this who has the answer...

    Finally got around to installing them today... Install went pretty flawless. No issues at all.

    Upon connecting up the to light runs to the Y-Harness, I have a few issues...

    1) the Pods stay on (but very dim). As well as my cabin lights... even after I lock the truck and wait about five minutes.

    2) Proximity doesn’t work...

    3) When I unlock the truck, the passenger side is bright AF... Passenger side: Off

    4) Removing the harness seems to return everything to normal working condition. Putting it back in, all the same symptoms come back...

    Pulled all the connection to see if any pins were bent, but all connections looked fine...

    @MESO, Bad Harness?!? Can i check anything else?
     
    Last edited: Jul 11, 2019
  16. Jul 11, 2019 at 2:23 AM
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    Did you get an answer?
     
  17. Jul 11, 2019 at 4:21 AM
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    I did. He took care of me (because that's what he does).

    I have been TDY an unable to install the replacement, finally headed back home this weekend. It's on my "back home to-do" list.
     
  18. Jul 11, 2019 at 10:50 AM
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    Gotta be. Unplug lights at mirrors and see if dome / proximity works
     
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    Proximity seems to have a mind of it's own sometimes. Unless there is a very specific parameter for it to activate.
     
  20. Jul 11, 2019 at 2:52 PM
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    Bad harness?

    I think this is my problem... not sure though. I guess I’ll DM @MESO...

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