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Switch Knockout Question

Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by barrykr, Apr 2, 2016.

  1. Apr 2, 2016 at 7:00 AM
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    barrykr

    barrykr [OP] Member

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    I am trying to pit a switch in my truck in one of the blank knockouts, when I reach up under I can only push out the bottom row, there is no way up to the top row, anyone know how to get at the top row knockouts? beside the foglight switch

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  2. Apr 2, 2016 at 7:04 AM
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    Tex-Tac

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    Installed Overhead Compass and Temperature Display along with outside temperature sensor and wiring; LED lights reverse backup; LED license plate lights; Added GTA Bluetooth Audio kit to stock radio for iphone audio; Spare tire steel braided air hose extension connection to rear bumper; Installed new headlights along with new bulbs PIAA H4 XTreme and for fog lights PIAA H10 XTreme bulbs. Installed new hood with "hood-scoop". Installed Predator Side Steps. Replaced front chrome grill with customized color matched (Desert Sand Mica) grill with added TOYOTA lettering (also in matched color), installed and secured tailgate anti-theft devices. Also installed a new external TPMS monitor for all 4 tires.
    Looks like the best way to reach those blank switch slots is to drop "just the lower section of the dash panel". Not really hard to do just be careful and take your time.
    Check out and inspect what tool(s) is needed (small screwdriver? 1/4 socket?, etc.) for removal.
     
    Last edited: Apr 2, 2016
  3. Apr 2, 2016 at 7:04 AM
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    Doublecross

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    ARE cap, wade inchannel vent visors, weathertec floor mats, ranch hand grill guard, tuffy security boxes in bed, lockable tailgate handle. Still have stuff that needs to be installed and still have stuff ordered lol.
    i used a plastic pry bar but be careful put a rag on bezel not to damage it the bezel scratches easily and pry on bottom than side.
     
  4. Apr 2, 2016 at 7:04 AM
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    jwctaco

    jwctaco Retired, going slow in the fast lane

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    put a wood screw in the blank, in the middle of the blank, and just pull, good luck. It works great, added fogs, was able to access everything fine without removing anything else.
     

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