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HELP w/upgrading to TRD signal mirrors from SR5 model

Discussion in '3rd Gen. Tacomas (2016-2023)' started by ill ay, Oct 24, 2019.

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  1. Oct 25, 2019 at 4:14 AM
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    I actually inquired with Toyota service department as well as parts departments before I ended up buying my TRD Sport, about the possibility of swapping out TRD style mirrors with those that come on SR5 models. It is NOT as simple as plug and play. There are no wires on the SR5 for the turn signals as there are on the TRD models. So as others have suggested, you would have to run another wire and connect it to the signals to make it work. That was one of the things I liked about the TRD versions, over the SR5, being the nice mirrors on the TRD with the turn signals in them. NOW, I would NOT have upgraded to the TRD just for the lighted turn signal mirrors! But it was just one of the other mitigating factors that worked into my decision to go for and upgrade to the TRD versions over the SR5 models.
     
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  2. Oct 25, 2019 at 5:57 AM
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    Yes pretty well medicated. Still don't understand why you would go through the effort to get your mirrors to light up when you turn on your turn signals. Is it a status thing like lambo doors? Does it make the fact that bought a lower level model look like a higher level model? I mean why not go all the way and put the Pro badges on? I'm not busting balls, just curious to the rationale. Help me out here.
     
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  3. Oct 25, 2019 at 6:09 AM
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    I think he's doing it because, and that's as good a reason as any.

    Its not like he's doing a spacer lift or anything.
     
    GreyBaldTaco, Oct 25, 2019
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  4. Oct 25, 2019 at 6:16 AM
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    Please provide us with a comprehensive list of all mods you have performed on your vehicle so we can judge whether or not you’re stupid for doing so. Thanks in advance.
     
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  5. Oct 25, 2019 at 8:51 AM
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    I assume by your response that you don't know the answer either.
     
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  6. Oct 25, 2019 at 9:18 AM
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    No need to assume anything. It's his truck and he can do whatever he likes, as can you. Also no need for you to shit on his question.
     
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  7. Oct 25, 2019 at 1:38 PM
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    @JohnnyReb Any issues with the aftermarket mirrors from A1 Auto? I've been eyeballing them but read some reviews where some had issues with the mirror shaking/vibrating and some said mounting wasn't as flush like stock. TIA
     
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  8. Oct 25, 2019 at 8:02 PM
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    So far they are doing fine. No mirror shaking. The pair i got came with new foam tape that goes between door and the plastic mounting plate on the mirror. For a better tight seal. Also $149.00 a pair is better price than oem hope this helps.
     
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  9. Oct 25, 2019 at 9:29 PM
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    You my friend. Are a fucking idiot.


    OP wants to modify his truck. Just like most of us on here want to do. He took a risk, and now is asking for some help.

    If you enjoy being a dick. I suggest you head over to Grinder.
     
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  10. Oct 25, 2019 at 9:43 PM
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    Edit: confirm the wires using a diagram or with other's comments. I also believe the parking brake off or on makes a difference when testing wires.

    For my SR5, I added the power folding mirrors that I found on this forum (For Sale section). I bought the complete mirror set and swapped out my SR5 mirrors with aftermarket folding mirrors. I also had to buy painted mirror covers (OEM) from a Sport or Off Road. As before, I have the heated glass and power adjustment. The upgrade relates to power folding and the turn signals...2 extra wires in the mirrors harness. Cost about $680...I don't recall exactly.

    I grounded one of the mirror light wires (ground) in the door...don't recall the wire color. The power wire, for the turn signal light, I ran through the door, into the cab, and directly to the headlight harness that connects to headlight...both sides. Tested the 3 wire harness plug, with a light probe tester and I found the wire that pulsed when I applied the turn signal (edit: confirm with diagram or other post). I soldered into that wire for each side--different colors...don't recall colors. I believe someone else found a blue wire in the cab, by the kick panel.

    With an SR5 and Morimoto headlights, you cannot drive with (amber) DRL. It will burn out the amber if it remains on for DRL. White DRL run from a fuse tap, in the engine bay fuse box, that they include. The mirror turn signal light also stayed on with DRL on (edit: I may have connected the wrong wire). I drive with DRL off by turning the stalk to Off, during daylight driving.

    I'm happy.
     
    Last edited: Oct 26, 2019
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  11. Oct 25, 2019 at 10:00 PM
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    https://www.tacomaworld.com/threads...-mirrors-from-sr5-model.635407/#post-21859349
     
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  12. Oct 25, 2019 at 10:06 PM
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    You tapped the wrong wires. For others duplicating your setup, use the mirror and rear wires on post #15. No DRL menace...still get turn signals...
     
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  13. Oct 26, 2019 at 10:14 AM
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    You are probably correct regarding the wire selection. I did not have a wiring diagram and I believe my error was in testing the wires with the truck off. I think I should have tested when the truck was running and without the parking brake activated. I am not sure. Since I have Morimoto XB headlights, I believe this will work for my set up. Anyone else should follow the other wiring suggestions. I will edit my previous post to warn others. Thank you.
     
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  14. Oct 26, 2019 at 8:50 PM
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    Ty guys for the advice and input. I also appreciate the fun read as well.

    To me, the side signal mirrors are an upgrade I feel is much needed to complete the Tacoma.
     
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    EXTERIOR 1 Raised red letters on tailgate. 2 Electric remote tailgate lock. 3 Tonneau cover. 4 Mud flaps. 5 TRD PRO grill with rapture lights. 6 License plate and reverse lights upgraded to LEDs. 7 Red emblem overlays on all badging. 8 Replaced headlights with blacked out lenses, LED DRLs and sequential turn. . signals. 9 Installed OEM bed lights with dash switch. 10 Replace fog lights with LED that function as white DRLs or yellow fog lights. 11 Blacked out led tail lights 12 Vision off-road Furry 399 BCR (17x8.5) wheels INTERIOR 13 Up grade to Entune Premium. radio. 14 New radio bezel to accommodate 7" screen on the Entune Premium. 15 Red lined cup and storage inserts. 16 Red dash trim panels (3 pieces). 17 Recover console armrest with double red stitching 18 Replace shift boot to match armrest. 19 Replace shift knob with TRD pro 20 Upgrade interior lights to LEDs. 21 Heated leather Clazzio seat covers. 22 raised the back of the seats 1" 23 replaced gray radio knob bezels with red ones PENDING 1 After market exhaust 2 Wrap the two chrome rear bumper ends with black wrap. (this will have eliminated all chrome) 3 Replace mirrors with ones that have signal indicators and swap out the signal indicators with ones that have switch back DRLs
    Has anyone thought of buying the door harneses (R &L) for the TRD Pro, plugging them into your SR, running them accordingly and plugging everything back in including the TRD Pro mirrors. Personally I'm wondering A) will that work? And, B) if so, is that affordable?
     
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  16. Jan 23, 2020 at 9:00 AM
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    Let us know how it goes
     
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    Hey sorry to bump an old thread, but do you have a diagram or a write up for this?
     
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  18. Oct 5, 2020 at 7:58 PM
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    Do you have a picture of where to tap into for the turn signals LH & RH that Would be a big help for me I’ve been looking for them on my 2018 Tacoma SR and have not had any luck.
    Thank you
     
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  19. Oct 5, 2020 at 7:59 PM
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    Where is this plug at ?
    Thank you
     
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