power outlets?
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Andrew
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toybox said:
Ah, ok. Anyone installed the ashtray? what's it look like?
I have a cell phone charger and a radar detector- I guess I could hardwire the radar detector... it's just odd that they'd only put one in.
I could always use the cell phone with the 115v AC outlet, but that's kinda silly...edit: OK, I found it... Toyota's website says it goes where the cupholders are- but it defintiely looks more like it goes where the 12v outlet is- next to the shifter (where the t-case lever SHOULD be!)
I guess this is the only option... I can't believe Toyota would make a mistake like this! Americans love cupholders and 12v power outlets.
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steven_newyork
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I just ordered the "ashtray" kit for about $70 and it was easy to install... It took less than 10 minutes.
There is another thread where some others provide excellent instructions... but all you need to do is open the center armrest storage compartment and push up the center console trim, starting from the rear and moving forward. The trim is just held by clips. You then can remove the old lighter unit by removing a few screws. The new unit goes in and then you reconnect all the wires and you put the trim back and you are all set.
It's much better having 2 outlets and as a bonus, the second outlet is surrounded by an illuminated ring making it easy to see at night. It is an easy and helpful upgrade.
There is another thread where some others provide excellent instructions... but all you need to do is open the center armrest storage compartment and push up the center console trim, starting from the rear and moving forward. The trim is just held by clips. You then can remove the old lighter unit by removing a few screws. The new unit goes in and then you reconnect all the wires and you put the trim back and you are all set.
It's much better having 2 outlets and as a bonus, the second outlet is surrounded by an illuminated ring making it easy to see at night. It is an easy and helpful upgrade.
ckon
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I just bought it for $36 here: http://www.1sttoyotaparts.com/catalog/default.php?manufacturers_id=10
HuntRunner
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ckon said:
Thanks for posting this ckon; I have been looking for a cheaper place to get this! I know a few people got it for this price a while back, but the place they got it from has since raised the price.
Better grab this one while the price is still low!
Andrew
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Great picture, Chuck- thanks a lot. Now why isn't that thing STANDARD?? I'm not a smoker, but I use both lighter outlets all the time! The salesguy and I were baffled that we couldn't find a second outlet- he said that even the Corollas have two. It's in a bad spot, too- my radar detector cord will be intrusive. Really dumb, Toyota.
