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DIY USB Cigarette replacement

Discussion in '2.5 Gen Tundras (2014-2021)' started by atrinh15, Apr 27, 2018.

  1. Apr 27, 2018 at 12:56 PM
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    atrinh15

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    We have 4 cigarette lighter outlets and 1 USB outlet. So to fix that i replaced one of the outlets for a dual USB outlet.

    First I pulled the lower panel out with the 2 outlets and usb. Unplugged each plug to gain full access of panel. I than removed the driver side outlet in this demonstration but any of the outlets can be replaced.

    I than used a small flat head screw driver and pushed on the tabs inside the outlet
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    Once removed should look like this
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    After removing the outlet flip panel over and remove the cover to the outlet
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    On my Dual USB outlet was a little bigger than the stock one. Depending on the one you order youll have to just test fit it.
    I bored mine out just to keep it a tight fit.
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    By doing this i was able to slide the new outlet in. However if i wanted to go back to stock it was fine too cuz the cover still cover the hole up.
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    I forgot to get a pic of the factory connector but this is after i split it. I could of cut it and put new ends on but like i said i wanted to keep it as original as possible.
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    Red wire is 12v +
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    Plugging it in with stock terminals
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    Reinstalling panel and test it out.
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    Works great might have to do the back one for the kids as well. Good luck ask any questions and if i can help let me know.
     
  2. Apr 27, 2018 at 1:11 PM
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    nk1794

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    Great job! :thumbsup:
     
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  3. Apr 27, 2018 at 1:11 PM
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    Awesome. @csuviper might move this to the DIY section.
     
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  4. Apr 27, 2018 at 1:40 PM
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  5. Apr 27, 2018 at 1:57 PM
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    Sweet thanks guys.
     
  6. Apr 27, 2018 at 4:57 PM
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    Link to usb outlets used? I’m guessing it’s from Amazon. I like that you didn’t have to cut factory wires. Plug and play.
     
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  7. Apr 27, 2018 at 6:00 PM
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    is it possible to remove lower panel without removing any other pieces of dash?
     
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    Yes. But when you pull on the bottom piece the hvac setup sometimes pulls out too. Only clips. Do it when its warmer out or in the truck not to break anything.
     
  10. Apr 28, 2018 at 7:22 AM
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    Did u use pry tools? I was trying to remove it without removing anything else but was unsuccessful or maybe too scared to pull.
     
  11. Apr 28, 2018 at 9:11 AM
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    If you don't own a set of the blue plastic pry pieces I would recommend picking one up. They are really inexpensive, and can be ordered online, or found at Harbor Freight. You'll definitely get your money's worth especially on your Tundy. It ensembles, and snaps into place like Lego's. :thumbsup:
     
  12. Apr 28, 2018 at 11:55 AM
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    Yes like Skippy said get some plastic pry tools def worth long run. Work from one side and the bottom up either side. Remember to pull straight out like the clips look going in.
     
  13. Apr 28, 2018 at 1:23 PM
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    Looks OEM, excellent writeup! I plan to do that sometime.

    Totally beats my less than flush mount stubby inserts, although both ports here are 2.4A (total 4.8).

    Front "TRD red" lol:

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    Rear black for the kids:

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  14. Apr 28, 2018 at 1:59 PM
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    Flux capacitor!
    This has been on my to do list for awhile. Good right up OP! I order two from Amazon. But I elected to get the dual 2.1amp ports for faster charging. 214A72BB-BA06-4888-9A5E-B2357D42BA8D.jpg
     
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    Yea those nice on the faster charging.
     
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