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sroberts
08-26-2006, 11:26 PM
Ok, one thing that has bothered me since I got my Yaris is the fact that it only had one power outlet. On top of that it was located behind the e-brake lever which made it a pain to plug anything in. I decided to install a couple more 12v outlets so I can plug in my IPOD and the window mount for my nav system. I also wanted them to be hidden. I decided to install these outlets in the compartments on either side of the AC switches. The whole thing only took me about two hours. I was surprised how easy the console pieces came out. Most of them snap in and I only had to remove 6 screws.

Here are the tools I used.
http://home.comcast.net/~srobertsfsj/Yaris/PowerMod06.JPG

Here is one of two outlets I got from the local auto parts chain.
http://home.comcast.net/~srobertsfsj/Yaris/PowerMod05.JPG

I pulled the center console and located the wires for the existing outlet which I tied the other two wire into.
http://home.comcast.net/~srobertsfsj/Yaris/PowerMod02.JPG

I measured the diameter of the outlet which is a hair under 7/8"
http://home.comcast.net/~srobertsfsj/Yaris/PowerMod11.JPG

I then figured out the best place to install the outlets. This was tough because there is other things behind these compartments
Here is the drivers side outlet.
http://home.comcast.net/~srobertsfsj/Yaris/PowerMod09.JPG

Here is the passenger side outlet. You can barely see the aux port opening on the right.
http://home.comcast.net/~srobertsfsj/Yaris/PowerMod14.JPG

Here is the backside of the passenger side compartment with the driverside removed. Luckily there was enough space between the two for an outlet to be installed.
http://home.comcast.net/~srobertsfsj/Yaris/PowerMod15.JPG

Now I have a spare outlet for other things like my cell phone charger. Yay!
http://home.comcast.net/~srobertsfsj/Yaris/PowerMod20.JPG
ChinoCharles
08-27-2006, 01:04 AM
Talk about making your car work for you, haha.
Yaris Yaba
08-27-2006, 02:11 AM
Now you need is a ciggarette lighter.
Chris07LB
08-27-2006, 09:28 AM
Nice job!

Glad to see other How-To's being posted..... and in great detail as well. :smile:
ketel0ne
08-27-2006, 01:16 PM
Did you move your aux port as well? Mine is by the e-brake.
sroberts
08-27-2006, 05:13 PM
Did you move your aux port as well? Mine is by the e-brake.

No I wanted to keep the aux port in the compartment because the mini jack plugs into the charger itself. So now I have one cable that plugs into my IPOD that supplies the power and the audio. If I remember I will post pics of my setup.
vodkalush
09-08-2006, 10:32 AM
Just wondering, what did you use to cut the holes?

the razor blade?
sroberts
09-08-2006, 11:05 AM
Sorry I didnt take a picture of the drill bit. I believe it was a 7/8" drill bit.
vodkalush
09-11-2006, 11:53 PM
hey, I was wondering where did you find that power outlet? I have the same brand but without the rubber "top" (no need, as I always have my phone chargers plugged in) but I'm looking at putting an outlet in the back of the center console for the back seat (for when I go on trips, and the greedy bastards want to steal the front seat outlet) and it would be nice for that one to have the rubber top on it.
sroberts
09-12-2006, 12:07 PM
hey, I was wondering where did you find that power outlet? I have the same brand but without the rubber "top" (no need, as I always have my phone chargers plugged in) but I'm looking at putting an outlet in the back of the center console for the back seat (for when I go on trips, and the greedy bastards want to steal the front seat outlet) and it would be nice for that one to have the rubber top on it.


I got them from Checker Auto (which is also the same as Schucks or Kragen). I not sure which on the east coast.
Steveo619
08-09-2013, 07:04 PM
I have a 2010 Yaris Sedan. My outlet isn't working, how do I remove the center console to install the new one I bought? Any tips guys?
jcboy
08-10-2013, 07:47 AM
I have a 2010 Yaris Sedan. My outlet isn't working, how do I remove the center console to install the new one I bought? Any tips guys?

i would check the fuse first if i were you. down below, just above the clutch and brake pedals. you have to peep from below, head on the carpet looking up.

to your Q:
1) pop out the bottom center piece of the HVAC controls, just below the temp knob. (the U-shaped piece) start hooking your fingers from below.

2) remove the trim piece of the shifter cover--it pops right up, but you have to unscrew the shift knob to remove it completely, as well as unplug all connectors to any of your switches there/aux input port.

3) the handbrake cover piece (where the cigarette plug is attached to) pops right off as well. Remember to keep the armrest compartment open. the 12V has a plug to it as well.

HTH