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Moving USB to rear of console

Discussion in '3rd Gen. Tacomas (2016-2023)' started by danmtchl, Jan 28, 2020.

  1. Jan 28, 2020 at 7:38 PM
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    danmtchl

    danmtchl [OP] Well-Known Member

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    I can’t seem to find what I am looking for, I have seen it done. I want to move the USB plug from the inside of my center console to the rear for access to the passengers. It is useless inside the console. I would appreciate any links to any forum or video.

    Thanks in advance.
     
  2. Jan 28, 2020 at 7:41 PM
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    Cudgel

    Cudgel “Tonka”

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    ICON8 Lift -285s. upTOPoverland rack.
    Simple.
    Buy a second one.
    Remove trim and then console.
    Drill a hole, wire it in parallel with the stock one.

    I’m happy to describe how to remove thee trim and console if you haven’t done it.
     
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  3. Jan 28, 2020 at 9:08 PM
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    Grossomotto

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    You can do the 400W mod and install an AC outlet with USB even

    https://www.tacomaworld.com/threads/how-to-400w-anytime-mod-3rd-gen.436831/





     

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  4. Jan 28, 2020 at 9:32 PM
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    danmtchl

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    I will try to figure it out myself and if I need to help, I will gladly hit you up. Thanks
     
  5. Jan 29, 2020 at 10:23 AM
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    Cudgel

    Cudgel “Tonka”

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    ICON8 Lift -285s. upTOPoverland rack.
    Sorry I don't have pics, was a very early mod for me...here are some tips/tricks:
    Do everything SLOWLY.

    Prep to remove the console:
    1. Push down its cloth shroud and then unscrew the shifter knob.
    2. Pull up the shroud around the parking brake as far as it will go over the handle.
    The console is in two parts, the front trim from the front edge of the box to the shelf under the heat knobs and the box itself. You remove the trim (with cup holders), then the box...there are two wiring connectors to deal with)
    1. Using a panel removal tool (time to get one if you don't - basic thin flat nylon with 15 degree bend) or your preferred butter knife taped up and hope you don't scratch things, gently tease up the forward (front) right corner, then forward left corner about 1/2 inch, then gently lift the panel until you can get your fingers around the back sides and can try to pull the panel straight up. It has a wire attached on the right side, so don't pull too far up (couple inches of play.)
    2. Disconnect the shifter light connector under on the right side. The trim panel can now be eased off the parking brake & shifter...I find it easier to engage (pull up) the brake. Try not to scratch the trim on anything. Set aside.
    3. Inside the Box, remove the carpeted bottom which exposes two 10mm (of course) bolts - but do not remove yet.
      1. Before removing them, look at how the "box" is clipped into the forward/sides with two "push tabs" about 6 inches in front of the box itself...this is the hardest part to put back together so figure out how it goes before you remove it.
      2. On the front edge of the box (now exposed with the trim above removed) you will find the power connector for the power port, you need to remove the tape to disconnect the connector...this is what you will tap.
    4. Now unscrew the 10mm bolts in the box (they do not need to be very tight).
    Wiring
    1. Drill and install your port in the back, be sure to leave enough clearance to put the console back as the bottom several inches cover the 110V inverter. I mounted mine about 1/2 way up the back of the console box facing the back seats.
    2. Route the wires carefully around the inverter and brake mechanics and up to the connector.
    3. Dry fit the box, complete your connections (down stream side of connector) with an inline fuse and test.
    Reassemble:
    1. OK? Reassemble the box - checking the front tab clips on both sides (may need to tilt box forward to re-clip tabs), double check fit and wires and gently bolt up box.
    2. Reconnect box connector with tape to minimize vibrations.
    3. Clean trim cup holders while out of truck.
    4. Gently position trim on brake and shifter shafts and balance it a few inches over surface, reattach shifter light connector.
    5. Test shifter light (car on)...test accessory port(s).
    6. Position trim evenly over housing, press back in and work forwards be sure all side clips align, gently press down straight and secure.
    Post up some pics in progress and we'll fix this write up for others together!
     
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  6. Jan 29, 2020 at 12:41 PM
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    danmtchl

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    Thanks for the walk through, will try to get it started this weekend!!
     
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