MESO Customs map lights / dome light installed

[toyoda80]

The meso customs map light upgrades are sold out everywhere/ on back order. I got some from https://www.bustabeatgeorge.com/products/4g-tacoma-3g-tundra-3g-sequoia-dome-light-dual-color

I was skeptical about buying from this site but they use the shop app which I have used many times so that gave me a little confidence. I messaged him the same day and received a quick response to my questions. It was shipped within 2 days and I received it right away. If you’re looking for this product and don’t wanna wait, you can try at the link above.

install was super easy as other members have mentioned. The 2024 Tacoma install video was pretty spot on. I didn’t need a torx bit as it was just a small Phillips head needed for the 2 inner screws. I will say that you must commit to the removing of the housing for the first step. It really does require quite a bit of force to remove. I pulled straight down on the windshield side of the housing first. It really feels like it’s not gonna pop off but just trust that it will.

Here they are installed. I forgot to take pics during the install so all I can provide now are after the fact.

There are 2 of these blue clips holding the housing to the metal. That's it. They simply plug up into the holes. No tabs to press or anything. As I mentioned before, it's held up there quite securely but maybe if you see what's holding it up there, it will ease your mind about how much force is needed to just pull down on it.

For removing the trim, if the tab looks like this and is SMALL, it will just pull out.

If the tab looks like this or a larger version of the previous picture, you will need to move the tab to release it.

One of 4 holes that need to be drilled in the housing.


I spent the most time trying to remove the outer bezel without beaking any tabs (it can be done).

@Van Solo has a post in the lighting section with the link to the video of installation in a 2024 Tacoma as well as more photos. See his DIY video here:

https://www.4runner6g.com/forum/thr...-dome-map-light-upgrade-white-red-modes.5897/

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[mtk_rob]

I cannot for the life of me get the housing out and I'm puling HARD. It's just pulling the bezel trim off. What's the secret?

 

[deeda]

The meso customs map light upgrades are sold out everywhere/ on back order. I got some from https://www.bustabeatgeorge.com/products/4g-tacoma-3g-tundra-3g-sequoia-dome-light-dual-color

I was skeptical about buying from this site but they use the shop app which I have used many times so that gave me a little confidence. I messaged him the same day and received a quick response to my questions. It was shipped within 2 days and I received it right away. If you’re looking for this product and don’t wanna wait, you can try at the link above.

install was super easy as other members have mentioned. The 2024 Tacoma install video was pretty spot on. I didn’t need a torx bit as it was just a small Phillips head needed for the 2 inner screws. I will say that you must commit to the removing of the housing for the first step. It really does require quite a bit of force to remove. I pulled straight down on the windshield side of the housing first. It really feels like it’s not gonna pop off but just trust that it will.

Here they are installed. I forgot to take pics during the install so all I can provide now are after the fact.

There are 2 of these blue clips holding the housing to the metal. That's it. They simply plug up into the holes. No tabs to press or anything. As I mentioned before, it's held up there quite securely but maybe if you see what's holding it up there, it will ease your mind about how much force is needed to just pull down on it.

For removing the trim, if the tab looks like this and is SMALL, it will just pull out.

If the tab looks like this or a larger version of the previous picture, you will need to move the tab to release it.

One of 4 holes that need to be drilled in the housing.


I spent the most time trying to remove the outer bezel without beaking any tabs (it can be done).

@Van Solo has a post in the lighting section with the link to the video of installation in a 2024 Tacoma as well as more photos. See his DIY video here:

https://www.4runner6g.com/forum/thr...-dome-map-light-upgrade-white-red-modes.5897/

This fit the 25 4runner??

 

[toyoda80]

This fit the 25 4runner??

Yes. 100%

 

[deeda]

Yes. 100%

Do the dome lights fit as well?

 

[mtk_rob]

I cannot for the life of me get the housing out and I'm puling HARD. It's just pulling the bezel trim off. What's the secret?

Finally got it. You have to pull HARD! Had to wear gloves because it was slicing up my fingertips too.

I ended up breaking the outside trim. That was even more diabolical than removing the console (and I am somewhat experienced in trim removal/replacement). I had to fix broken tabs with crazy-glue and then add matte black spray paint. It looks like the only way to get the outside trim piece currently would be to purchase 63650-AK010-C1 which lists for $336!

The connectors needed some jiggling before the back window worked and it stopped complaining that the SOS was bad and to contact the dealer.

 

[toyoda80]

Finally got it. You have to pull HARD! Had to wear gloves because it was slicing up my fingertips too.

I ended up breaking the outside trim. That was even more diabolical than removing the console (and I am somewhat experienced in trim removal/replacement). I had to fix broken tabs with crazy-glue and then add matte black spray paint. It looks like the only way to get the outside trim piece currently would be to purchase 63650-AK010-C1 which lists for $336!

The connectors needed some jiggling before the back window worked and it stopped complaining that the SOS was bad and to contact the dealer.

Really sorry I didn’t see your original reply. If the outer trim is the only part moving, you had to reach in further with your finger tips and pull on the housing. Glad you got it figured out.

 

[Kevlar3D]

It looks like the only way to get the outside trim piece currently would be to purchase 63650-AK010-C1 which lists for $336!

I broke the outside trim piece as well, has anyone found a way to purchase the trim piece separately? From the toyota parts diagrams, I agree it looks like you need to purchase the entire assembly. Note that the part number you referenced is the non-sunroof version, the sunroof version is 63650-35040-C0 which retails for $575.16 although I found it on sale for $397.65. I still haven't been able to remove it (aside from the broken trim piece). Be aware that this little map light upgrade has the potential to get pricey.

 

[Kevlar3D]

I think I was able to glue mine together. Reminder to be very careful when removing, shove the trim tool way down behind the console and you shouldn't have a problem. If you pry on the trim piece, you will probably have a broken trim piece.

 

[ryan.abbott61]

I purchased these same lights but had a different issue, the pigtail connector from the Roof Wire would not disconnect now matter what I tried (pushed the tab, tried flathead, etc. - something was wrong b/c every video was a simple pinch, then disconnect).

The connector ended up snapping, and now the car is throwing an SRS Airbag error every time I turn on the vehicle.

I ended up clipping the wires at the pigtail to get overhead console out and finish the map light install (all worked fine and it did click into place - to your original question), but not I'm trying to get a replacement pigtail connector to fix the issue.

Worst part is, in the 6G 4Runners, the roof wire is a single part (spans the entire roof) so the dealer wanted to charge $350 for the wire, and $2000+ for the labor/install haha.

I'm waiting on a full roof wire to come, but they are all on backorder. Think my best bet is going to be cutting the new one and splicing them back together with butt connectors.

Wondering if anyone knows where I could find just the male connector while I'm waiting for the roof wire.

 

[TRD Pro or Die Trying]

This whole thread is full of people having a hard time installing this, breaking things, cracking things, snapping things, throwing error codes, etc.... As for me, I'll pass on this mod. Juice isn't worth the squeeze.

 

[hermes100]

Finally got it. You have to pull HARD! Had to wear gloves because it was slicing up my fingertips too.

I ended up breaking the outside trim. That was even more diabolical than removing the console (and I am somewhat experienced in trim removal/replacement). I had to fix broken tabs with crazy-glue and then add matte black spray paint. It looks like the only way to get the outside trim piece currently would be to purchase 63650-AK010-C1 which lists for $336!

The connectors needed some jiggling before the back window worked and it stopped complaining that the SOS was bad and to contact the dealer.

did you have any issues on the hatch window afterwards? Mine is not working despite disconnecting and reconnecting the wiring harness. Both sunroof features work, just not the hatch window…thoughts?

 

[mtk_rob]

i have no issues now. i have the TH so no sunroof. i did have to go back in and check all of the connectors to get the window working. i'm guessing it's a simple connector issue. i do like to have the battery disconnected when i do anything electrical. not because its dangerous (it's not) but because of all of the flaky sensors and software in modern cars that has not been tested for any edge case. but the issue i had was exactly with the back window.

 

[mtk_rob]

This whole thread is full of people having a hard time installing this, breaking things, cracking things, snapping things, throwing error codes, etc.... As for me, I'll pass on this mod. Juice isn't worth the squeeze.

its funny since this is the simplest mod imaginable - changing a lightbulb - and thus one a lot of people wouldn't hesitate to install, but it caused me the most trouble. cutting into my bumper fascia to install a winch and bumper worked out great, but these lights caused me the only grief. i do not blame the manufacturer, fyi, GREAT product, love it. i blame toyota for making this as complicated and inaccessible as possible. maybe there is some kind of custom tool they could ship that would make it smoother though.

 

[hermes100]

i have no issues now. i have the TH so no sunroof. i did have to go back in and check all of the connectors to get the window working. i'm guessing it's a simple connector issue. i do like to have the battery disconnected when i do anything electrical. not because its dangerous (it's not) but because of all of the flaky sensors and software in modern cars that has not been tested for any edge case. but the issue i had was exactly with the back window.

I’ve got the TRD pro, ill def have to try that and see if it fixes it bc I’ve reseated and disconnected/reconnected the harnesses a few times…we shall see…

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