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Old 08-17-15, 08:35 AM
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Default Led cabin lights

How hard is it to install them. i got 10 new led bulbs. any tips or tricks or things to look out for when installing them?
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They sell plastic pry tools to remove the interior parts. This way you won't scratch up your parts. I also believe there's a few DIY guides out there...you should and read through them. Good luck!
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Originally Posted by SoulFreak
They sell plastic pry tools to remove the interior parts. This way you won't scratch up your parts. I also believe there's a few DIY guides out there...you should and read through them. Good luck!
Where can you buy them any auto parts store?
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http://m.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_nkw=Lexus+IS+f+pry+tool&isNewKw=1&isRefine=true&mfs=GOCLK&acimp=0&_trksid=undefined.TR0.TRC0.Xlexus+is+f+pry+tool&sqp=lexus+is+f+pry+tool

This is a link from eBay, copy and paste to your browser...this is so you can have a general idea of what you need. I know Lexus sells a set, but they should all be the same. They should sell them at auto stores, but research on their website first. Online will be the best and least expensive option.
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its pretty simple to swap it out and install new bulbs . Just get a very small flat head screw driver and some blue tape to tape around surrounding area and pry it open . U will like those LEDS
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Most of the light housings can be popped out with a finger nail or two. I have the kits from ijdmtoy. They are the best.
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Very easy to install the cabin interior lights. But like other users said, a flat head screwdriver will work for you. Just be careful not to scratch the covers or its surroundings.

Some LED's require a resistor to work for it's low power. Not sure if all of them require it though, might want to double check.
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+1 for jdmitoy, it's a quick process to swap them and they are bright!
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I bought the plastic dash removal tools. They are like $10. So worth it to not ruin your interior. I changed all of my bulbs to leds. One they are super bright and two they make car look a ton more classy. I also did my floorboard ones as well. Super cool while driving as there is nice led lighting at your feet, but not to bright.
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Thanks for all the info the install went easy with the plastic tools. just need new mirror bulbs to complete it.
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