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14th December 2013, 09:08 AM
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How do I remove dash switches in 2012 GU
Hi all,
Over the last few weeks, I've been doing a few electrical mods. I want to get to the back of the instrument light dimmer to connect the backlighting in my boost and pyro guages. Seem to remember in my '99 GU II that the switches just popped out the front of the dash but I can't seem to get them out this way in the new one. I can't see properly, but it is almost like they are screwed in from the rear and then the dash was assembled. Any clues?
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14th December 2013 09:08 AM
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14th December 2013, 09:21 AM
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Moderator
Hmmmm I think it would pop out too?
While your playing with switches I can highly recommend moving the sub tank switch from the stupid place at the bottom of the centre section where you can't see it and place it in the gear surround panel. Soooo much better there.
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Originally Posted by
Rogue Dung Beetle
Wish it was Nissan though, Toyotas just can't keep up with the Pootrol pace.
The only good thing about an 80 series is..... the front end?? Wrong!!, the Engine?? Wrong!! the Full Time 4WD system?? Wrong!! Its the NissanPatrol.com.au stubby holder fitted over the transfer lever.
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14th December 2013, 09:27 AM
#3
Thanks for the reply, it reminded me of another gripe I have with the new car. I'll start a new thread about the sub tank so I get relevant responses. And if I ever get the bloody switch out I'll post up how I did it.
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14th December 2013, 10:03 AM
#4
Patrol Guru
Have a look here for sub tank switch relocation I did on a GU IV.
My memory of getting switches out is you needed to get to them from behind, they went out backwards if you know what I mean.
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14th December 2013, 10:06 AM
#5
Yes they are screwed in. If you put your hand up from under you should be able to disconnect the plug from the back of the dimmer switch and get access to the wires.
If you want you gauge lights to dim with the dimmer switch, connect then across the blue with a black trace wire and pink wire.
If you want them to come on full brightness regardless of dimmer switch position, connect them across the blue with a black trace wire and black wire.
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14th December 2013, 10:12 AM
#6
Moderator
Originally Posted by
Yendor
Yes they are screwed in. If you put your hand up from under you should be able to disconnect the plug from the back of the dimmer switch and get access to the wires.
If you want you gauge lights to dim with the dimmer switch, connect then across the blue with a black trace wire and pink wire.
If you want them to come on full brightness regardless of dimmer switch position, connect them across the blue with a black trace wire and black wire.
You know stuff Rodney
Its a Nissan! =====> Its a Keeper!! ....... Got a TD42 in it BONUS!!
....... I'm a lucky bugger! I've got 2 of em!
Check out my Toy -->
MudRunnerTD's GQ From the Ground Up
Originally Posted by
Rogue Dung Beetle
Wish it was Nissan though, Toyotas just can't keep up with the Pootrol pace.
The only good thing about an 80 series is..... the front end?? Wrong!!, the Engine?? Wrong!! the Full Time 4WD system?? Wrong!! Its the NissanPatrol.com.au stubby holder fitted over the transfer lever.
WARNING: Towballs used for recoveries can, and do kill people and damage property.
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14th December 2013, 10:20 AM
#7
BIG & BALD
Originally Posted by
MudRunnerTD
You know stuff Rodney
That's why we keep him tied up.
2011 GU8 ST 3.0 CRD, ARB Bullbar with IPF spotties, scrub bars and side steps, Snorkel, Dual Battery system, Waeco fridge, Turbo Timer, ARB Roof Rack with 5 IPF spotties across the front, Custom full Leather Bucket seats, DPchip, 3" Taipan exhaust, ARE Intercooler & scoop, Autron EGT/Boost and dual volt gauges, ARB front locker.
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14th December 2013, 10:36 AM
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Patrol God
gotta earn his keep somehow LOL
04 ST 3lt auto, not enough Mods to keep me happy, but getting there
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14th December 2013, 12:26 PM
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Legendary
Definitely take them out from the back .... had me stumped too the first time....
Mic
GU PATROL 2011 Ti, with goodies...
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15th December 2013, 07:08 AM
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Originally Posted by
Yendor
Yes they are screwed in. If you put your hand up from under you should be able to disconnect the plug from the back of the dimmer switch and get access to the wires.
If you want you gauge lights to dim with the dimmer switch, connect then across the blue with a black trace wire and pink wire.
If you want them to come on full brightness regardless of dimmer switch position, connect them across the blue with a black trace wire and black wire.
Thanks for the advice. I'll have a go today. Only problem is my Guage only have one wire for the lighting. Can I assume that the Blue with black trace is earth and just connect to the pink?
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