1. Welcome to Tacoma World!

    You are currently viewing as a guest! To get full-access, you need to register for a FREE account.

    As a registered member, you’ll be able to:
    • Participate in all Tacoma discussion topics
    • Communicate privately with other Tacoma owners from around the world
    • Post your own photos in our Members Gallery
    • Access all special features of the site

My AC Controls Light Mod - How To

Discussion in 'Lighting' started by m3zy6, Aug 3, 2010.

  1. Aug 16, 2011 at 10:58 PM
    #41
    deerslayer75

    deerslayer75 Well-Known Member

    Joined:
    Jun 18, 2011
    Member:
    #58462
    Messages:
    160
    Gender:
    Male
    First Name:
    Tim
    jersey shore
    Vehicle:
    11 TRD sport Dblcab Lngbed
    pop-n-lock, mcgard tailgate lock, chrome tube steps, bed extender, chrome brush guard, Fold a cover (G-4) tonneau, weather tech floor mats and rain gaurds, sock monkey: TRD 3rd brake light and whitetail decals, LED bed lights, blue map & dome, 3rd brake light and license plate LED mod, illuminated 4x4 switch, fishing rod holder mod, scangauge II, Remote start & alarm, TW sticker, Flyzeye cupholder light mod
    So it's just 3 led's no amber paint or paper to remove? awesome! I thought I was going to have to pull a rabbit out of a hat like the HVAC. Still haven't figured that one out. Are there any other led's? security light? Air bag etc.?
     
  2. Aug 16, 2011 at 10:58 PM
    #42
    deerslayer75

    deerslayer75 Well-Known Member

    Joined:
    Jun 18, 2011
    Member:
    #58462
    Messages:
    160
    Gender:
    Male
    First Name:
    Tim
    jersey shore
    Vehicle:
    11 TRD sport Dblcab Lngbed
    pop-n-lock, mcgard tailgate lock, chrome tube steps, bed extender, chrome brush guard, Fold a cover (G-4) tonneau, weather tech floor mats and rain gaurds, sock monkey: TRD 3rd brake light and whitetail decals, LED bed lights, blue map & dome, 3rd brake light and license plate LED mod, illuminated 4x4 switch, fishing rod holder mod, scangauge II, Remote start & alarm, TW sticker, Flyzeye cupholder light mod
    Can the color of the hazards be changed as well?
     
  3. Feb 5, 2012 at 11:47 AM
    #43
    deerslayer75

    deerslayer75 Well-Known Member

    Joined:
    Jun 18, 2011
    Member:
    #58462
    Messages:
    160
    Gender:
    Male
    First Name:
    Tim
    jersey shore
    Vehicle:
    11 TRD sport Dblcab Lngbed
    pop-n-lock, mcgard tailgate lock, chrome tube steps, bed extender, chrome brush guard, Fold a cover (G-4) tonneau, weather tech floor mats and rain gaurds, sock monkey: TRD 3rd brake light and whitetail decals, LED bed lights, blue map & dome, 3rd brake light and license plate LED mod, illuminated 4x4 switch, fishing rod holder mod, scangauge II, Remote start & alarm, TW sticker, Flyzeye cupholder light mod
    ok, I took my HVAC apart and saw a plastic backing with the amber sandwiched in-between. Can you just use nail polish remover and a q-tip for the 2 a/c buttons or can this be done for all 3 dials as well? That would sure make things easier.
     
  4. Feb 8, 2012 at 10:09 AM
    #44
    07TacoRidah

    07TacoRidah SHHHH, this is interesting

    Joined:
    Dec 3, 2009
    Member:
    #26923
    Messages:
    2,953
    Gender:
    Male
    Vehicle:
    2007 Base Model Access Cab
    Engine bay: aFe Pro Dry filter Secondary air filter deleted Sokie Tech hood damper kit OReiley battery terminals Big 3 upgrade (0g wiring) 2012 Headlight swap HID kit (headlight 6k/fog light 3k) Sylvania Zevo LED turn signals w/hyper flash resistors Rear back up light GY6 bulb Bullz Audio 0g wire Exterior: Dynamik Retro Projector style headlight housing Depo Euro Black Altezza LED tails 2012 front grill/bumper cover w/ fog light and hood swap Rear bumper swap (to chrome, painted w/bedliner paint) 99 Cents Store tailgate lock Suspension: XR Bilsteins Universal Air Suspension strut bag Custom UCA's DJM 4" rear drop kit 1" spindle spacer kit 4x4 leaf pack swap (middle leaf removed) Air Lift rear helper springs 4 Siria (Asco) 3/8" air valves 3 gallon air tank 1/4' air lines 90's Acura Integra door switches to air valves ViAir 450 air compressor Rims: 18x10 Work VS-KF front w/5" lip 18x11 Work VS-KF rear w/6" lip 225/40/18 tires all around Sick Speed 3 piece spike lug nuts Pepboys valve stem caps 1" wheel spacers all around Interior: Wink Mirror rear view Center console lid fabric Metra Dash kit Kenwood bluetooth headunit Hifonics Zeus ZXi 6410 PB 6 1/2" component speakers up front 10" single Hifonics subwoofer 10" sealed angled box Katana shift knob
    finished putting mine back together, not sure if this is normal but when are you supposed to feel/hear that first click when you turn the first knob (fan knob - lo two middle dials, then hi)? When I took it apart, I was more concentrated on keeping that little red ball where it's supposed to be as well as during reassembly.
     
  5. Feb 11, 2012 at 5:07 PM
    #45
    07TacoRidah

    07TacoRidah SHHHH, this is interesting

    Joined:
    Dec 3, 2009
    Member:
    #26923
    Messages:
    2,953
    Gender:
    Male
    Vehicle:
    2007 Base Model Access Cab
    Engine bay: aFe Pro Dry filter Secondary air filter deleted Sokie Tech hood damper kit OReiley battery terminals Big 3 upgrade (0g wiring) 2012 Headlight swap HID kit (headlight 6k/fog light 3k) Sylvania Zevo LED turn signals w/hyper flash resistors Rear back up light GY6 bulb Bullz Audio 0g wire Exterior: Dynamik Retro Projector style headlight housing Depo Euro Black Altezza LED tails 2012 front grill/bumper cover w/ fog light and hood swap Rear bumper swap (to chrome, painted w/bedliner paint) 99 Cents Store tailgate lock Suspension: XR Bilsteins Universal Air Suspension strut bag Custom UCA's DJM 4" rear drop kit 1" spindle spacer kit 4x4 leaf pack swap (middle leaf removed) Air Lift rear helper springs 4 Siria (Asco) 3/8" air valves 3 gallon air tank 1/4' air lines 90's Acura Integra door switches to air valves ViAir 450 air compressor Rims: 18x10 Work VS-KF front w/5" lip 18x11 Work VS-KF rear w/6" lip 225/40/18 tires all around Sick Speed 3 piece spike lug nuts Pepboys valve stem caps 1" wheel spacers all around Interior: Wink Mirror rear view Center console lid fabric Metra Dash kit Kenwood bluetooth headunit Hifonics Zeus ZXi 6410 PB 6 1/2" component speakers up front 10" single Hifonics subwoofer 10" sealed angled box Katana shift knob
    found the same exact ones on the Radio Shack website ... :mad::mad: $6+ on shipping?????? OMFG!!!! :eek::eek: *note it's a web order only item
     
  6. Feb 11, 2012 at 6:07 PM
    #46
    taacoftw08

    taacoftw08 New Member

    Joined:
    Feb 3, 2012
    Member:
    #72036
    Messages:
    3
    Gender:
    Male
    First Name:
    Anthony
    Clemson
    Vehicle:
    08 PreRunner
    6" Lift with 35" pro comp tires. 6" pioneer in dash radio with backup camera.
    love the radio system i have the same one it looks clean in the truck!
     
  7. Feb 12, 2012 at 10:12 AM
    #47
    deerslayer75

    deerslayer75 Well-Known Member

    Joined:
    Jun 18, 2011
    Member:
    #58462
    Messages:
    160
    Gender:
    Male
    First Name:
    Tim
    jersey shore
    Vehicle:
    11 TRD sport Dblcab Lngbed
    pop-n-lock, mcgard tailgate lock, chrome tube steps, bed extender, chrome brush guard, Fold a cover (G-4) tonneau, weather tech floor mats and rain gaurds, sock monkey: TRD 3rd brake light and whitetail decals, LED bed lights, blue map & dome, 3rd brake light and license plate LED mod, illuminated 4x4 switch, fishing rod holder mod, scangauge II, Remote start & alarm, TW sticker, Flyzeye cupholder light mod
    You can walk into RadioShack and purchase the led,s they have a box with various sizes and colors. In just bought 2 for AC controls. $1.79 each
     
  8. Feb 12, 2012 at 11:15 AM
    #48
    07TacoRidah

    07TacoRidah SHHHH, this is interesting

    Joined:
    Dec 3, 2009
    Member:
    #26923
    Messages:
    2,953
    Gender:
    Male
    Vehicle:
    2007 Base Model Access Cab
    Engine bay: aFe Pro Dry filter Secondary air filter deleted Sokie Tech hood damper kit OReiley battery terminals Big 3 upgrade (0g wiring) 2012 Headlight swap HID kit (headlight 6k/fog light 3k) Sylvania Zevo LED turn signals w/hyper flash resistors Rear back up light GY6 bulb Bullz Audio 0g wire Exterior: Dynamik Retro Projector style headlight housing Depo Euro Black Altezza LED tails 2012 front grill/bumper cover w/ fog light and hood swap Rear bumper swap (to chrome, painted w/bedliner paint) 99 Cents Store tailgate lock Suspension: XR Bilsteins Universal Air Suspension strut bag Custom UCA's DJM 4" rear drop kit 1" spindle spacer kit 4x4 leaf pack swap (middle leaf removed) Air Lift rear helper springs 4 Siria (Asco) 3/8" air valves 3 gallon air tank 1/4' air lines 90's Acura Integra door switches to air valves ViAir 450 air compressor Rims: 18x10 Work VS-KF front w/5" lip 18x11 Work VS-KF rear w/6" lip 225/40/18 tires all around Sick Speed 3 piece spike lug nuts Pepboys valve stem caps 1" wheel spacers all around Interior: Wink Mirror rear view Center console lid fabric Metra Dash kit Kenwood bluetooth headunit Hifonics Zeus ZXi 6410 PB 6 1/2" component speakers up front 10" single Hifonics subwoofer 10" sealed angled box Katana shift knob
    :eek: hopefully they have the 3m led's. I have only seen the 5m led's in that tool box like drawer they have with all the switches/relays/etc. - going to go walk into one today when my bro gets back
     
  9. Oct 3, 2012 at 9:40 AM
    #49
    xsptaco07

    xsptaco07 Well-Known Member

    Joined:
    Oct 17, 2011
    Member:
    #65349
    Messages:
    180
    Gender:
    Male
    First Name:
    Jordan
    Atlanta
    Vehicle:
    2007 Tacoma Xsp
    xsp package, 20" enkei deep six wheels,33" cooper zeon ltz, borla exhaust, borla intake, carbon fiber trim, weathertech mats, Halo HID lights, black grille surround with mesh, smoked 3rd break and tails, 3" toytec coilovers with bilstein strut, AAL and bilstein 5160 in the rear, led tag lights, led interior lights, NTW plated bumper, anytime fog mod, blue and white cluster swap, UWS toolbox,
    The ac controls on my 07 aren't lit up at all. Is this normal?
     
  10. Feb 4, 2013 at 4:12 PM
    #50
    Fiend13

    Fiend13 Well-Known Member

    Joined:
    Jul 3, 2012
    Member:
    #81853
    Messages:
    4,706
    Gender:
    Male
    First Name:
    Chad
    Waddell/Phoenix area
    Vehicle:
    08 TRD O/R DC Prerunner
    What does the clock look like with the amber tint buffed off and just left clear? Is it white then?
     
  11. Feb 9, 2013 at 6:31 PM
    #51
    Ajcmarinecorps

    Ajcmarinecorps Member

    Joined:
    Mar 13, 2012
    Member:
    #74828
    Messages:
    9
    Gender:
    Male
    First Name:
    Andrew
    Maryland
    MKW M83 Rims Yellow Halogen Fog Lights 4 Kicker KS650 Speakers 2 Kicker KS25 Tweeters Kenwood DDX419 Headunit 10" Kicker L7 Helix Blue B One Amp ADR Hardtop Cover Tinted Windows
    Damn that's a sickass gauge. I would try but I'm never touching nail polish remover after trying this shit out on my first vehicle lol.
     
  12. Feb 12, 2013 at 9:52 PM
    #52
    Rich91710

    Rich91710 Well-Known Member

    Joined:
    Feb 23, 2012
    Member:
    #73470
    Messages:
    16,331
    Gender:
    Male
    First Name:
    Rich
    Los Angeles
    Vehicle:
    08 Base
    Satoshi with FJ badge, factory cruise, factory intermittent wipers, Redline Tuning hood-lift struts, Hellwig Swaybar, Rosen DVD-Nav
    Curious about this as well.
    My clock is useless during the day.

    Guess I could tint the windows, that would help, but a black-on-white display like the odometer would be sweet.

    Going to look into this when I replace my HU, hopefully this weekend.

    First thing I'm going to do is yank that LED behind the "AIRBAG" text.
    It's on all the time and it's just irritating without the "on" or "off" also illuminated.

    Also going to see if I can bring the security LED to life.
     
  13. Feb 15, 2013 at 6:34 PM
    #53
    Fiend13

    Fiend13 Well-Known Member

    Joined:
    Jul 3, 2012
    Member:
    #81853
    Messages:
    4,706
    Gender:
    Male
    First Name:
    Chad
    Waddell/Phoenix area
    Vehicle:
    08 TRD O/R DC Prerunner
    I noticed that most people who did this mod had 05's-07's. My 08 doesn't have any amber tint on the a/c and recirculate buttons. Thought I'd add this in case someone else with an 08 tries this
     
  14. Feb 20, 2013 at 5:30 PM
    #54
    t_e

    t_e Well-Known Member

    Joined:
    Dec 6, 2009
    Member:
    #27078
    Messages:
    561
    Gender:
    Male
    First Name:
    Erik
    miami,fl
    If you remove the tint the clock is actually like a mint green. Wish i never touched mine.
     
  15. Feb 21, 2013 at 9:22 PM
    #55
    Rich91710

    Rich91710 Well-Known Member

    Joined:
    Feb 23, 2012
    Member:
    #73470
    Messages:
    16,331
    Gender:
    Male
    First Name:
    Rich
    Los Angeles
    Vehicle:
    08 Base
    Satoshi with FJ badge, factory cruise, factory intermittent wipers, Redline Tuning hood-lift struts, Hellwig Swaybar, Rosen DVD-Nav
    So it's a gas tube kinda thing.

    Guess I'll have to find the wire the tells it that the headlights are on and disconnect it.
     
  16. Feb 25, 2013 at 5:45 PM
    #56
    t_e

    t_e Well-Known Member

    Joined:
    Dec 6, 2009
    Member:
    #27078
    Messages:
    561
    Gender:
    Male
    First Name:
    Erik
    miami,fl
    Copied your red transparent paper trick and sharpie idea and it came out pretty sweet! My interior lighting is almost complete red and white. Need to get the clock more red.
     
  17. Jun 24, 2013 at 10:23 AM
    #57
    550kawirider

    550kawirider Well-Known Member

    Joined:
    Dec 18, 2010
    Member:
    #47899
    Messages:
    181
    Gender:
    Male
    First Name:
    Bryceson
    Visalia, CA
    Vehicle:
    '09 TRD Sport DC SR5 4X4 - Mag Grey
    Magnaflow Cat-back Exhaust, 2 10'' Image Dynamics IQD.V4, JCV 2DIN, Axxcess Steering Wheel Controller, MB Quart ONXY Component speakers, OME 855 Coils, 5100's Front/Rear, 1/4 Taco Lean spacer Firestone Ride Rite Air bags, GloShift Dual Digital Air Guage/Needle Gauge, LotTek A Pillar Dual Gauge Pod, Powder Coated TRD Sport Rims, Coverking Seat Covers, Custom Interior Lighting, Custom TRD Sport Decals, Tint, In cab power outlet, Fog anytime mod, Backup camera anytime mod, Blue Sea Systems 6 bank fuse block w/ thermal switch, Viper 5901 Security/Remote Start, LED Bed Lights, Blacked out Badges, In-cab air bag controller, 265/70/17 Duratracs, Viair On-board Air System, Grover Semi truck air horn, Rhino Rack over bed rack system
  18. Nov 27, 2013 at 6:19 PM
    #58
    Fern11

    Fern11 Well-Known Member

    Joined:
    Jul 25, 2013
    Member:
    #109041
    Messages:
    579
    Gender:
    Male
    First Name:
    Karson
    Lake Charles LA
    Vehicle:
    11 Timberland Mica 4x4 6-Speed TRD Sport
    OME COMPLETE LIFT. 285-70-17 Dynapro's. 17x8 Pro Comp 7005.
    Magic eraser works perfectly for removing the orange film on the clock if anyone doesn't want to use a dremmel. Takes about 1 min too!
     
    UssMoGn likes this.
  19. Nov 28, 2013 at 11:24 AM
    #59
    lilgerber

    lilgerber Well-Known Member

    Joined:
    Nov 23, 2008
    Member:
    #10974
    Messages:
    511
    Gender:
    Male
    First Name:
    Aaron
    Fresno, CA
    Vehicle:
    06 4x4 off road Speedway blue
    Front: Total Chaos 3.5 4x4 LT kit, Engage off-road one piece hood, Caged front end, TC gussets. Rear: Fiberworks fenders, King 14" 3.0 triple bypasses, boxed/braced frame, extended brake lines, 63" chevy leaf springs, U bolt flip kit, TC lower shock mounts. Preformance: URD intake, Doug Thorley headers, Flowmaster 40, 2.5 tubing. Interior: Weather techs, LED's, Double DIn, kicker 10" subs, Kicker componet speakers, Exterior: Method wheels with OMF beadlocks, Custom made bumpers, Retro headlights.
  20. Jan 26, 2014 at 9:35 PM
    #60
    tbird95

    tbird95 Well-Known Member

    Joined:
    Mar 7, 2013
    Member:
    #99215
    Messages:
    399
    Gender:
    Male
    British Columbia, Canada
    Vehicle:
    TRD sport SR5 V6 DC, LB, 4x4, Tow package
    4runner heated, signal, courtesy light side mirrors, rearview mirror w/compass, temp & backup cam w/ pop luck PL 5400, Interior lights/gauges, BHLM, grillcraft MX black. Third brake light LED swap, rear tail lights LED swap from 2011. 3" Toytec (Boss) Coil overs, rear TSB AAL Bilsteins, Light Racing UCA. TRD grill badge, VIPER Smart Start.
    i have an 08 and i have the amber, on the controls and the lights. It sucks the acetone isnt working so im guessing the dremel is next I just want them clear/white
     

Products Discussed in

To Top