[sestivers]

Has anyone made something better out of the spot in the center console that holds about eight quarters? I hate that thing, it is always collecting dirt and is so difficult to clean.

I suspect it might be a standard size opening that something modular might fit there, what ideas do you have?

I already swapped the 12V power outlet (cigarette lighter socket) for a dual USB charger and I don't need fog lights or heated seats.

 

[75aces]

Dual usb

 

[sestivers]

I already did that, it's right next to it in the photo. Don't need four USBs all taking power from the same pair of wires.

 

[75aces]

I already did that, it's right next to it in the photo. Don't need four USBs all taking power from the same pair of wires.

Just blank it then.

 

[corollacoaster]

I've owned my car since 2005 and never used those coin cubbies once. I like your idea for usb plugs. Might be a good spot for AUX port too. when adding an FM modulator.

 

[sestivers]

This is a nice spot for the aux input too, if you use a vent mount for your phone.

DIY: Add Aux Input to CD Stereo

I made a video on how to add an aux input to the vintage stereo on my Corolla: Note: if your Corolla didn't come with the optional dual speaker stereo sound system (and had the balling 4 speaker system instead), your radio motherboard might be slightly different. Here's a few pics of the...

www.toyotanation.com

 

[steve108]

Install a switch for something fun.

 

[sestivers]

Like this? LoL I'm not sure how much fun I can have anymore. Long ago I removed/rearranged the letters on the trunk to instead say O R A L but my new-ish girlfriend didn't like it much.

Also what do you all put in the tall skinny "bin" that is right next to the parking brake lever? I used to have a phone that fit in there but those days are clearly behind us. I think the 1998-1999 models had a longer/shallower bin that might still fit some phones maybe I should go back to that ha ha.

 

[Buurin]

It can fit a switch blank from say a gen 4 Camry. I drilled two holes into one such blank and rigged two switches there - one on-off-on toggle supposed to control when should the alternator engage, one cuts power to all fuel injectors. Both a extreme ecomods. The alternator switch was giving me problems and I had to disconnect it eventually.

If you did get the RS3000 OEM aftermarket alarm system, this is where the indicator light/glass break mic panel goes.

 

[75aces]

Fake switch.

 

[sestivers]

It can fit a switch blank from say a gen 4 Camry.

If you did get the RS3000 OEM aftermarket alarm system, this is where the indicator light/glass break mic panel goes.

I have some kind of alarm system installed by the selling dealer to the original owner, but I am pretty sure it is not the RS3000 unfortunately. They put its indicator by the mirror switches and there is a toggle switch that I do not understand its function on the trim next to your left foot.

 

[placervilleSean]

Also what do you all put in the tall skinny "bin" that is right next to the parking brake lever? I used to have a phone that fit in there but those days are clearly behind us. I think the 1998-1999 models had a longer/shallower bin that might still fit some phones maybe I should go back to that ha ha.

Garage door opener?

 

[Buurin]

Garage door opener?

Too far from where they need to be unfortunately.

 

[placervilleSean]

Too far from where they need to be unfortunately.

Unless I am misunderstanding you, modern garage door openers do not need line of sight such as from a visor as I believe they might have been in days of old. (I am only on my second garage so I don't have a lot of experience.) On my motorcycle, mine is in my jacket pocket. And in my Corolla, I can be down the street just turning the corner.

 

[Buurin]

Unless I am misunderstanding you, modern garage door openers do not need line of sight such as from a visor as I believe they might have been in days of old. (I am only on my second garage so I don't have a lot of experience.) On my motorcycle, mine is in my jacket pocket. And in my Corolla, I can be down the street just turning the corner.

I have had many remotes fail to open my garage door, when I am in my driveway, all clipped to my sun visor. I have had to hold my hand out the open window and fire them there, even that is no guarantee for success. Even fresh battery did not help. Sometimes I think our Corollas have too thick a skull, that even RF cannot get through.

The last remote I took apart and left apart before buying a replacement, and I still run into this problem.

Sure my garage door open has been there for 22+ years - I once replaced its worm drive gear myself too.

Is it time for a new one?