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12-21-2006, 05:59 PM | #1 |
Drives: 2007 Bayou Metallic Yaris Join Date: Dec 2006
Location: Phoenix, Az
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Teh Power Upgrade
So I was one of those cheap asses when I went to the dealership, you know the type...they go in and buy a car with no power option but get a car alarm...yeah that was me, and i'm already getting tired of it..what's the use of pressing buttons AND unlocking your doors??
So i'm looking to upgrade to - Power Locks - Power Windows Including but not limited to powering the hatch lock AND remote opening of the trunk and a DIY will be posted, however any help along the way as far as products to use would be greatly appreciated.. -Rob |
12-21-2006, 07:23 PM | #2 |
Drives: '14 GT86, '08 Vitz Join Date: Dec 2006
Location: Central Valley, CA
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just don't get the Autohaus power package from Toyota. complete BS.
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12-21-2006, 07:28 PM | #3 | |
Drives: Polar White Hatch Join Date: Nov 2006
Location: chicago
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In your post you mention hatch and trunk, do you have a hatch or sedan? The sedan is easy since all you need is a solenoid, the hatch is a bit more difficult since you need to use an actuator to lock and unlock. I have a how-to posted for the hatch if you do a quick search.
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01-15-2007, 12:57 PM | #4 |
Drives: 2007 Yaris Sedan Join Date: Jan 2007
Location: Richmond, CA
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I just finished putting power locks, keyless entry, and trunk release on a sedan. I got the kit from A1 Electric. It took me two days to get everything working and back together. I had several minor issues. It's tough to figure out where to put the actuator and cable clamp so that it will work after you put the door panel on. I also wound up with quite a jumble of wires and relays that I had to stuff behind the fuse box. There's room, but it's a mess. I didn't have any problem taking trim off and putting it on without breaking it. That was a nice surprise.
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01-16-2007, 10:19 PM | #5 |
Drives: 2007 Black Yaris sedan Join Date: Sep 2006
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Dont worry about the mess of cables,electricity dosnt care what dirrection it needs to go,just as long as it gets there,but if you needed to redue,or fix,it would be a pain in the ass.
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01-17-2007, 01:12 PM | #6 |
Drives: 2007 Yaris Sedan Join Date: Jan 2007
Location: Richmond, CA
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I was more worried about being embarrased when someone else looked under there to fix something.
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01-17-2007, 01:42 PM | #7 | |
Drives: Polar White Hatch Join Date: Nov 2006
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If I had to do it again I could definitely do a much cleaner job.
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01-21-2007, 11:16 PM | #8 |
Drives: Potential Yaris Buyer Join Date: Dec 2006
Location: Philadelphia, PA
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What kit(s) from A1electric covers power locks, keyless entry & power trunk hatch. I want to make sure they are all activated by the same remote.
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01-22-2007, 10:37 AM | #9 | |
Drives: Polar White Hatch Join Date: Nov 2006
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Sedan = 4 door kit with the solenoid. Hatch = 2 door kit with an extra actuator or 4 door kit and you will have a spare. You might as well get yourself an alarm instead of just keyless entry. I got a name brand alarm for $50 shipped off ebay.
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01-22-2007, 01:56 PM | #10 | |
Drives: 2007 Yaris Sedan Join Date: Jan 2007
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p.s. If you are getting a power lock kit, make sure you get the one for cable style locks. |
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