DIY: Interior LED Color Change

Solus · 09-24-2009, 11:37 AM

If I could find someone to do it I would happily pay quite well to get all the damn orange/amber whatever you call them leds changed to either green or red... this stuff is way to tedious for me, not to mention having arthritis in both hands it would not be fun to attempt messing with things that small for extended periods of time. Good work though digi

polarity · 10-01-2009, 03:19 PM

Any chance we could get a picture with all your lights on at night to see the difference you've made so far. I personally cant wait to see the dash in another color as I've never really cared for the amber color.

-William

DIGItonium · 10-06-2009, 09:18 PM

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Originally Posted by polarity

Any chance we could get a picture with all your lights on at night to see the difference you've made so far. I personally cant wait to see the dash in another color as I've never really cared for the amber color.

-William

I'll post it once the project is complete. Progress is at a standstill at the moment. Feel free to contribute if you attempt on your own. It took 3 days to complete the work in my 350Z. The 370Z is a bit more tedious.

LEDmod · 10-15-2009, 08:46 PM

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Originally Posted by DIGItonium

I'll post it once the project is complete. Progress is at a standstill at the moment. Feel free to contribute if you attempt on your own. It took 3 days to complete the work in my 350Z. The 370Z is a bit more tedious.

You have to be really be careful with the start button..
I've done one for the Lexus IS and it's very complicated to take them apart...
If you want help let me know....

Joka4411 · 09-01-2010, 10:12 PM

WoW where do you get the guts to tryout sumin like dis.

DIGItonium · 09-02-2010, 05:52 PM

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Originally Posted by Joka4411

WoW where do you get the guts to tryout sumin like dis.

It takes lots of thinking and planning (i.e., need down time). I did the same work with the 350Z, and it was easier than the 370Z. However, putting the needles back on with the 370Z is so much easier because I didn't have to drive the car while putting the needle back on. The only thing left is the triple meter, but I've decided to replace those with aftermarket gauges.

04yui · 09-16-2010, 09:52 PM

wow,... all i can say is. wow. thats some nice work there. thats a clean clean interior

LEDmod · 10-15-2009, 08:49 PM

For the steering wheel control..
You need to use Torx screw with security hole..
Which was used on the 350Z, I guess it's same for the 370Z

DIGItonium · 10-15-2009, 11:15 PM

LEDmod, thank you for the advice. It has been cold so the project is at a stand still. I'd like to get the HVAC, steering wheel controls, and some buttons done first before working on the gauges.

LEDmod · 10-17-2009, 02:42 AM

If I can find anyone in So Cal, I can get every parts taken care of....

1slow370 · 01-24-2010, 11:37 AM

WOW nice work can't wait to see it all done. I went the alternative route and replaced the remaining white lights with amber so now it looks like florida threw up in my car every time u turn a light on.

DIGItonium · 04-25-2010, 02:44 PM

1. To get access to the iKey assembly, remove one screw underneath the hood release latch. From underneath the steering column, pry away from the dash with your fingers. Work your way to the side to remove the cover under the dash. Be careful with the hood release cable and wire harnesses. Only pull enough to get access to the 2 screws needed to remove the key fob assembly.

2. There are two metal brackets. Remove the side that holds the PCB in place to get access to the 3rd security screw. Remove all 3 to get access to the PCB.

3. Circled in red is the right angle LED to change. PLCC2 fits this footprint as well when mounted on its side and properly soldered in place.

4. Completed modification.

DIGItonium · 04-25-2010, 02:50 PM

1. Use the same instructions for removing the dash panel to gain access to the key fob security assembly. There are 3 screws to remove the VDC switch bracket from the dash. The uppermost screw should be removed from behind the dash (easiest access) using a short Philips head screwdriver. The two bottom screws can be removed from underneath the steering column.

2. Pop the switch off the bracket. Then carefully pry the sides of the switch to release the connector end. Circled in red is the 0805 LED to change.

3. Completed modification. Notice the switch already has some yellow tint, so LED colors other than white should show up fine.

DIGItonium · 04-30-2010, 12:22 AM

1. Pry both ends. It is quite difficult because the plastic is brittle and easy to break (I broke one side already). Then pry the inside section to slowly loosen the entire brown back end.

2. Below is a picture of the entire brown back end removed revealing the 0805 switch light and three PLCC indicators.

3. Completed modification.

sschaffer27 · 06-06-2012, 12:02 AM

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Originally Posted by DIGItonium

1. Pry both ends. It is quite difficult because the plastic is brittle and easy to break (I broke one side already). Then pry the inside section to slowly loosen the entire brown back end.

2. Below is a picture of the entire brown back end removed revealing the 0805 switch light and three PLCC indicators.

3. Completed modification.

Where did you get the blue LED backing? Was this a custom mod or can the blue LED backing be purchased?? Thanks.

09-01-2010, 10:12 PM	#5 (permalink)
Joka4411 Base Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Baltimore Md Posts: 131 Drives: 40th anniver 370Z Rep Power: 16	WoW where do you get the guts to tryout sumin like dis. __________________ 2010 40th Anniversary Z Owner

10-15-2009, 11:15 PM	#9 (permalink)
DIGItonium A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Kansas Posts: 3,800 Drives: 09 Z34-TT 6MT Rep Power: 43	LEDmod, thank you for the advice. It has been cold so the project is at a stand still. I'd like to get the HVAC, steering wheel controls, and some buttons done first before working on the gauges. __________________

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09-24-2009, 11:37 AM	#1 (permalink)
Solus Enthusiast Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Jacksonville, NC Posts: 453 Drives: 2009 Nissan 370z Rep Power: 17	If I could find someone to do it I would happily pay quite well to get all the damn orange/amber whatever you call them leds changed to either green or red... this stuff is way to tedious for me, not to mention having arthritis in both hands it would not be fun to attempt messing with things that small for extended periods of time. Good work though digi

10-01-2009, 03:19 PM	#2 (permalink)
polarity Base Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Mississippi Posts: 166 Drives: [2009 370Z] Rep Power: 17	Any chance we could get a picture with all your lights on at night to see the difference you've made so far. I personally cant wait to see the dash in another color as I've never really cared for the amber color. -William

09-16-2010, 09:52 PM	#7 (permalink)
04yui Base Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: NW Arkansas Posts: 12 Drives: 2010 370Z SportPacka Rep Power: 15	wow,... all i can say is. wow. thats some nice work there. thats a clean clean interior

10-15-2009, 08:49 PM	#8 (permalink)
LEDmod Base Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Fullerton,CA & LasVegas Posts: 5 Drives: Scion xB 08 Rep Power: 16	For the steering wheel control.. You need to use Torx screw with security hole.. Which was used on the 350Z, I guess it's same for the 370Z

10-17-2009, 02:42 AM	#10 (permalink)
LEDmod Base Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Fullerton,CA & LasVegas Posts: 5 Drives: Scion xB 08 Rep Power: 16	If I can find anyone in So Cal, I can get every parts taken care of....

01-24-2010, 11:37 AM	#11 (permalink)
1slow370 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: In the D Posts: 3,732 Drives: v8 74 260z ;) Rep Power: 7251	WOW nice work can't wait to see it all done. I went the alternative route and replaced the remaining white lights with amber so now it looks like florida threw up in my car every time u turn a light on.