If you have installed a set of JDM power folding side mirrors following my DIY guide on a 2012+ 3rd gen Prius, then you are fully aware that one of the trade off is losing your illuminated mirror switch. 2010-2011 owners do not have to worry since the mirror switch isn't illuminated to begin with. [...]
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Here is a step-by-step DIY guide on how to install JDM power folding side mirrors onto your 2010+ 3rd gen USDM Toyota Prius or Plug-in Prius (PiP). As an added bonus, this guide includes instruction on how to wire up a set of 3-in-1 combo welcome winker LED lights. Since I've wired up JDM power [...]
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Update: DIY guide is now up, DIY: How to install JDM Prius power folding side mirrors I am making decent progress in sketching the wiring diagrams to help assist in the installation and wiring up a set of JDM Prius power folding side mirrors on your USDM 3rd gen Prius. More work needs to be done [...]
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Update: DIY guide is now up, DIY: How to install JDM Prius power folding side mirrors I generally do not have time on a weekday to entertain Prius projects. Heck, I rarely have time on the weekend and it looks like I'll have this weekend booked ahead of me. Today, I received my JDM Prius power [...]
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Update: DIY guide is now up, DIY: How to install JDM Prius power folding side mirrors I've been able to source out a 3rd gen Prius JDM power side folding mirrors kit for $500 + $83 shipping and have placed an order. It is complete with JDM mirror covers with integrated turn signals, keyless entry automatic [...]
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Update: DIY guide is now up, DIY: How to install JDM Prius power folding side mirrors After missing the cool factor of power side folding mirrors I wired up on my old RSX, I am tossing around the idea of performing the same mod for the Prius. Only problem is the mirrors can only be sourced [...]
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Posted by 5teve-0 | Posted in 2005 Acura RSX Type S | Posted on 19-05-2010
After a long hiatus from blogging, due to time constraint, I am back and will start today's entry off with a comprehensive do-it-yourself guide to wire up a pair of JDM DC5 Integra power folding mirrors onto your USDM Acura RSX. The beauty of this project is it does not require you to slice or [...]
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Posted by 5teve-0 | Posted in 2005 Acura RSX Type S | Posted on 18-01-2010
The OEM JDM taillights is a direct swap with the USDM taillights. There are a few minor noticeable difference to be aware of. The OEM JDM taillights come with a slightly different taillight gasket. It has an adhesive backing that adheres to the rear firewall. Since the JDM Integra DC5 rear chassis has minor differences, [...]
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