Interior "Green Glow"...anyone get rid of it?

DeathMetal · 07-28-2009, 6:59 AM

Has anyone attempted to put the nix on the green lighting we have on our buttons/center console/etc?

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dwb993 · 07-28-2009, 7:59 AM

I have replaced everything except the lower center console and radio with blue LEDs. Center console will be completed when I do some other stuff and have it apart.
Its definitely a project and there is a learning curve, but I have gotten real good at soldering and dis/re-assembly!
I had to do a lot of research on this site to accomplish it. I am trying to put together a DIY now to hopefully post soon.
PM me if you have any specific questions.
Dave

DeathMetal · 07-28-2009, 11:08 AM

Thanks for the response! I have done aloooooooooot of LED work, but you know as much as I do - ALWAYS learn from the wisdom of others before reinventing the wheel! I'll shoot you a PM tonight, thanks again!

GoldnKnight22 · 08-23-2009, 4:19 PM

dwb993, do have pictures of the led-swap you've done so far?

dwb993 · 08-25-2009, 6:40 PM

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Originally Posted by GoldnKnight22

dwb993, do have pictures of the led-swap you've done so far?

Sorry, man. I saw this request and promptly forgot about it.

Six Sig and I are contemplating a DIY on this. I have a few pics, but he is just starting out so hopefully he can supply some more details as he gets thru the project.

As I mentioned, I am not finished with the center console---radio, NAV, shifter and seat heaters remain. I can post the following teaser shots, tho:

Overhead Switches:

Driver's Window Switch:

Work In Progress:

All were taken with my POS P&S Canon--sorry for the crappy quality.

Let me know what you think!

**csmeance** · 08-25-2009, 11:15 PM

that is amazing! Please post a DIY or photos or something to help us out with this, members have wanted to do this since 2004 and have no option but to stick with the factory bulbs.

GoldnKnight22 · 08-26-2009, 8:44 AM

Well, this option has always existed. It's just that it's not easy, having to disassemble and solder circuitry.

I did a full led interior swap in my Accord. It would be no different in concept. It's just a matter of dealing with any filters or coloring on the backside of switches, etc to get rid of the greenish hue. If there are any.

dwb993 · 08-26-2009, 9:01 AM

I have not had to remove any filters so far.

**LoveMyTL-S** · 08-26-2009, 10:21 AM

Looks really nice. I like the blue hue. Kinda miss it from my old TSX. Great job! I'm sure many will be waiting for the DIY.

rockyfeller · 08-26-2009, 6:09 PM

Cool, this could be a first on the 3GTL!!! I'm going to watch this thread!

dwb993 · 08-26-2009, 7:52 PM

Wow---csmeance and rockyfeller. The ELITE of AZ!
Seriously, you guys and kennedy inspired me to do this with some of the mods you have done to your cars. I am working on a solid DIY both to show off both the hard work needed to complete this mod and to help others with the same quality as you guys have provided.
OK--enough ass-kissing. Suffice to say thank you for your compliments.
cs---we traded PMs a while back regarding CarPC stuff. Any progress on the PnP touch screen module? PM me with details, please. That mod is making its way back to the top of my list.

tl2slow · 08-26-2009, 9:31 PM

you can just buy the replacement bulbs from auto illumination

http://autolumination.com/images/aut...peb_jap_wm.jpg

InFaMouSLink · 08-26-2009, 10:23 PM

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Originally Posted by tl2slow

you can just buy the replacement bulbs from auto illumination

http://autolumination.com/images/aut...peb_jap_wm.jpg

good find. 4 bucks a bulb...

Dima1978 · 08-27-2009, 12:01 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tl2slow

you can just buy the replacement bulbs from auto illumination

http://autolumination.com/images/aut...peb_jap_wm.jpg

I thought they had them too tall? what is the news for the resistor rating?

**csmeance** · 08-27-2009, 12:24 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dwb993

Wow---csmeance and rockyfeller. The ELITE of AZ!
Seriously, you guys and kennedy inspired me to do this with some of the mods you have done to your cars. I am working on a solid DIY both to show off both the hard work needed to complete this mod and to help others with the same quality as you guys have provided.
OK--enough ass-kissing. Suffice to say thank you for your compliments.
cs---we traded PMs a while back regarding CarPC stuff. Any progress on the PnP touch screen module? PM me with details, please. That mod is making its way back to the top of my list.

I tried doing the module again but its not been working out well. The one I did about 2 months ago crapped out after 2 weeks, and I found out that it was the controller that burnt out. I got another one, wired it up and the next week a relay went out. I put some diodes and inline fuses along with a delay on the second one I did and that lasted for about a month. Right now its just sitting on my desk, just waiting for me to figure out what the hell is causing all these problems. Also trying to solder for me now is a PITA, keeping my hands steady is starting to be a task! If you need the stuff for a car PC, I still have about 90% of it including the modded CD drive and stuff...

tl2slow · 08-27-2009, 4:18 AM

the auto illumination bulbs are plug and play...you just have to see which bulb goes where...they carry different 3 sizes..

dwb993 · 08-27-2009, 7:43 AM

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Originally Posted by tl2slow

the auto illumination bulbs are plug and play...you just have to see which bulb goes where...they carry different 3 sizes..

Not so sure about how "Plug and Play" these are. I tried some from Oznium.com and others have looked at SuperbrightLEDs.com and the units are physically incompatible due to size issues. It would be nice to have them made specifically for Honda/Acuras, but I just have not found them yet, I guess. My point is to buy a few of each and see if any of them fit, before investing in the whole dash. I will definitely keep looking.

tl2slow · 08-27-2009, 12:32 PM

i bought one each of the sizes and the smallest one fits ....

dwb993 · 08-27-2009, 12:42 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tl2slow

i bought one each of the sizes and the smallest one fits ....

So which exact one was the correct one? This could save me a bunch of time.
Thanks.

03TL_S · 08-31-2009, 7:30 PM

i just want to swap the ceiling bulbs for hyperwhites...any feedback?

Pz_ · 09-01-2009, 1:04 AM

I have hated that yellow'ish Honda color in most of the dash since the first night I got my car. It looks a little intimidating to take apart everything to swap those bulbs out.

So far though, I love how it looks on your dash, what you have done up to this point at least. It will only look better as you finish it out. Can't wait to see the end.

Dima1978 · 09-02-2009, 10:57 PM

Well I have replaced the speedometer cluster bezel/ garnish /trim with UV LEDs -- pics don't come out right. FYI they are power LED -- no resistors, I think there is an LED driver that handles the high voltage. The led did not fit the VSA button. They fit fine into reset/select, max, "< >", heater(auto).

Next is amber steering wheel button. It is going to one tacky fiesta. I wish i had purchased more UVs.

BTW bright white-- looks more of a bright cool white, would be suitable for guys hating on the stock color.

As soon as I get a camera with good matrix to pick up UV color I will post a pic or two.

DeathMetal · 09-04-2009, 11:36 AM

Gents - sorry it took me so long to follow up here. I am going to be finish work up on my old car this weekend and ordering the LEDs for the retrofit tonight.

I am ordering somewhat of a specialized LED to prohibiting the localized effect some of you are seeing. I'll be starting with the overhead panel and moving forward, with the obilgatory DIYs, of course. I am not a fan of 'plug' and play bulbs, so this will be a little custom...more to come...

DeathMetal · 09-04-2009, 11:40 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by csmeance

I tried doing the module again but its not been working out well. The one I did about 2 months ago crapped out after 2 weeks, and I found out that it was the controller that burnt out. I got another one, wired it up and the next week a relay went out. I put some diodes and inline fuses along with a delay on the second one I did and that lasted for about a month. Right now its just sitting on my desk, just waiting for me to figure out what the hell is causing all these problems. Also trying to solder for me now is a PITA, keeping my hands steady is starting to be a task! If you need the stuff for a car PC, I still have about 90% of it including the modded CD drive and stuff...

What size resistors are you using? Resitors shoudl be rated for a 14.4V as alts can reach this level upon high times of draw...which, of course, will lead to a thermal death of the LED. The only way to rule out faulty circuitry would be to throw a linear regulator on the + side (aka Fairchild TO220), which will regulate at 12V (+/- 5%, depending on the manf.).

DeathMetal · 10-01-2009, 11:16 PM

It has begun...

http://tl.acurazine.com/forums/showt...1#post11365458

DeathMetal · 05-24-2010, 8:29 PM

Green Glow...GONE. This was my primary objective since buying the car...and it's done.

ChairmanKaga809 · 05-24-2010, 8:37 PM

Looks great.

So what this thread is referring to is the dash/control panel lights? And in a stock TL its green!?!?

I guess another reason to get the Type-S for the red.

dwb993 · 05-24-2010, 8:41 PM

Looks superb, Dan!

rockyfeller · 05-25-2010, 12:00 AM

WOW MAN!! This has been sooo talked about for years. A number of members have ventured down this road do this and that. I think you may be the very first person to do the WHOLE interior like that, absolutely amazing. I wish I had the patience and talent to do it.

Just a question; did you get rid of the green LED in the day/night mirror? If so, how did you get to it? I've been wanting to tackle that pesky LED for awhile now. Also the red "anti-theft" LED on the radio? How do you get to that? I open the radio a bit and got scared and backtracked. I did change the HVAC "Dual" LED to blue, big difference there.

alann · 05-25-2010, 12:51 AM

GODDAMN that is sexy! superb job man... just superb. I did a blue LED conversion for my prelude but I'm kinda scared to touch the TL... It's too nice to mess up.

DeathMetal · 05-25-2010, 6:41 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by rockyfeller

WOW MAN!! This has been sooo talked about for years. A number of members have ventured down this road do this and that. I think you may be the very first person to do the WHOLE interior like that, absolutely amazing. I wish I had the patience and talent to do it.

Thanks, man. It's really not as daunting as it seems...start with the easy ones and you'll gain confidence as you go along. I have DIYs for just about all of them (check the garage) with the exception of a few, and you have already done some of them, so rest assured you CAN do this.

Quote:

Originally Posted by rockyfeller

Just a question; did you get rid of the green LED in the day/night mirror? If so, how did you get to it? I've been wanting to tackle that pesky LED for awhile now. Also the red "anti-theft" LED on the radio? How do you get to that? I open the radio a bit and got scared and backtracked. I did change the HVAC "Dual" LED to blue, big difference there.

I did not tackle the rearview mirror as I don't know how to crack it open...if you know this part of the puzzle, I can get this done.

Ok, the red anti-theft button is SIMPLE. Take some copper desolder braid and heat up the solder behind the LED...one the OE solder is soaked up, you can remove the LED...thread a new LED through the leads, and solder in to position...quite simple, really. If you need any additional info, shoot me a PM, I certainly am obliged to help you as needed seeing as how you provided so much help on the DVD install. GO FOR IT!

Bayam0n · 05-25-2010, 7:02 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DeathMetal

Green Glow...GONE. This was my primary objective since buying the car...and it's done.

DIY! DIY! DIY! DIY!

DeathMetal · 05-25-2010, 7:41 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dwb993

Looks superb, Dan!

Thanks, Dave...I am going to be fabbing your board this week, time permitting.

DeathMetal · 05-25-2010, 7:42 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bayam0n

DIY! DIY! DIY! DIY!

Check the garage...almost all of it is in there.

dwb993 · 05-25-2010, 9:10 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by rockyfeller

WOW MAN!! This has been sooo talked about for years. A number of members have ventured down this road do this and that. I think you may be the very first person to do the WHOLE interior like that, absolutely amazing. I wish I had the patience and talent to do it.

Just a question; did you get rid of the green LED in the day/night mirror? If so, how did you get to it? I've been wanting to tackle that pesky LED for awhile now. Also the red "anti-theft" LED on the radio? How do you get to that? I open the radio a bit and got scared and backtracked. I did change the HVAC "Dual" LED to blue, big difference there.

I replaced that radio LED while doing a bit of "reconnaissance" on the board. Unfortunately, I got the polarity wrong, so I have to turn it around.

Its funny you mentioned that green LED----I remember you talking about it in another thread. When I saw Dan's pics, that was the second thing I noticed---behind the Hazard button.
Congrats, Dan----even though I wanted to be first to complete this project! grrrrr. Hopefully, my board will be here soon so I too can claim the project as complete!
To anyone else contemplating this mod: It is more time consuming than anything else. Get yourself a Service Manual to show how to disassemble the various parts and follow the DIYs in Section G of the 3G Garage. Both Dan & I have answered numerous questions on this topic and can assist, if needed.

07-28-2009, 7:59 AM	#2
dwb993 Registered Member 2006 Acura TL Trader Rating: (9) Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Shrewsbury, PA Age: 46 Posts: 1,527	I have replaced everything except the lower center console and radio with blue LEDs. Center console will be completed when I do some other stuff and have it apart. Its definitely a project and there is a learning curve, but I have gotten real good at soldering and dis/re-assembly! I had to do a lot of research on this site to accomplish it. I am trying to put together a DIY now to hopefully post soon. PM me if you have any specific questions. Dave __________________ 2006 TL Anthracite Metallic Navi AT Coming soon: CarPC Project, Blue LED replacement project

08-23-2009, 4:19 PM	#4
GoldnKnight22 OOOOOH 2004 Acura TL Trader Rating: (0) Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Methuen, MA Age: 24 Posts: 170	dwb993, do have pictures of the led-swap you've done so far? __________________ *CanAm 2010 - Niagara Falls - June 4th-6th*

08-25-2009, 11:15 PM	#6
csmeance Moderator Trader Rating: (0) Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Daytona Beach/Gainesville FL Posts: 12,853	that is amazing! Please post a DIY or photos or something to help us out with this, members have wanted to do this since 2004 and have no option but to stick with the factory bulbs. __________________ 2010 Honda Accord EX - Basque Red/Ivory l OEM Fog Lightsl 2006 BMW 760Li - Alpine White/Ebony-Ivory Two Tone l Fully Loaded l 2007 MDX Sport/Ent. - NGM/Taupe l Crossbars + Roof Rails l Front + Rear Garnish l Auto Day-Night Mirror l All Season Mats l 2004 TL NAVI Auto - SSM/Quartz l Comptech Swaybarl Hacked Navl Carputer W/ Factory Navl TV+NAV2Gol USA-SPECl DVD Playerl Switchblade KeylRB Slotted Rotorsl A-Spec Brakesl

08-26-2009, 8:44 AM	#7
GoldnKnight22 OOOOOH 2004 Acura TL Trader Rating: (0) Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Methuen, MA Age: 24 Posts: 170	Well, this option has always existed. It's just that it's not easy, having to disassemble and solder circuitry. I did a full led interior swap in my Accord. It would be no different in concept. It's just a matter of dealing with any filters or coloring on the backside of switches, etc to get rid of the greenish hue. If there are any. __________________ *CanAm 2010 - Niagara Falls - June 4th-6th*

08-26-2009, 9:01 AM	#8
dwb993 Registered Member 2006 Acura TL Trader Rating: (9) Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Shrewsbury, PA Age: 46 Posts: 1,527	I have not had to remove any filters so far. __________________ 2006 TL Anthracite Metallic Navi AT Coming soon: CarPC Project, Blue LED replacement project

07-28-2009, 11:08 AM	#3
DeathMetal Fearless DIY Guy Trader Rating: (0) Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Think Tank Age: 29 Posts: 907	Thanks for the response! I have done aloooooooooot of LED work, but you know as much as I do - ALWAYS learn from the wisdom of others before reinventing the wheel! I'll shoot you a PM tonight, thanks again!

08-26-2009, 10:21 AM	#9
LoveMyTL-S Moderator 2008 Acura TL Trader Rating: (0) Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Jacksonville, FL Age: 53 Posts: 8,527	Looks really nice. I like the blue hue. Kinda miss it from my old TSX. Great job! I'm sure many will be waiting for the DIY. __________________ 2006 Honda CR-V (Sahara Sand Metallic) 2003 Nissan 350Z (Chrome Silver)

08-26-2009, 6:09 PM	#10
rockyfeller King of NYC 2006 Acura TL Trader Rating: (5) Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: CT Age: 34 Posts: 2,867	Cool, this could be a first on the 3GTL!!! I'm going to watch this thread! __________________ 2006 AM/Ebony 5AT TL/Nav 18" A-Spec Gunmetals●A-Spec Bodykit/Spoiler●CF Roof Spoiler●Meshed Center/Lower Grilles●Puddle Lights●Accord HID Fogs●AEM CAI●Stage 2 Exhuast●Blacked/Cleared lights●8000k HID●LED 9006 Fogs●Front LED Switchbacks●LED Rear Signals●License Plate Cathodes●12-LED Interior●Blue LED Strips●M&D DVD/Headrest LCDs●Dom's Unit/P.I.E. X3●Wendy's Cam●Infinity Kappa 63.7i●Racing Pedals●Blue Alarm/Mem Seat LED●Type-S Rear Trim●Rockblockers 20% ACTLIKEYOUKNOW

08-26-2009, 7:52 PM	#11
dwb993 Registered Member 2006 Acura TL Trader Rating: (9) Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Shrewsbury, PA Age: 46 Posts: 1,527	Wow---csmeance and rockyfeller. The ELITE of AZ! Seriously, you guys and kennedy inspired me to do this with some of the mods you have done to your cars. I am working on a solid DIY both to show off both the hard work needed to complete this mod and to help others with the same quality as you guys have provided. OK--enough ass-kissing. Suffice to say thank you for your compliments. cs---we traded PMs a while back regarding CarPC stuff. Any progress on the PnP touch screen module? PM me with details, please. That mod is making its way back to the top of my list. __________________ 2006 TL Anthracite Metallic Navi AT Coming soon: CarPC Project, Blue LED replacement project

08-26-2009, 9:31 PM	#12
tl2slow Bored at work Trader Rating: (5) Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: south jersey Age: 30 Posts: 503	you can just buy the replacement bulbs from auto illumination http://autolumination.com/images/aut...peb_jap_wm.jpg

08-27-2009, 4:18 AM	#16
tl2slow Bored at work Trader Rating: (5) Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: south jersey Age: 30 Posts: 503	the auto illumination bulbs are plug and play...you just have to see which bulb goes where...they carry different 3 sizes..

08-27-2009, 12:32 PM	#18
tl2slow Bored at work Trader Rating: (5) Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: south jersey Age: 30 Posts: 503	i bought one each of the sizes and the smallest one fits ....

08-31-2009, 7:30 PM	#20
03TL_S 2006 TL-S.C. 6mt Trader Rating: (0) Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Jacksonville, FL Age: 28 Posts: 427	i just want to swap the ceiling bulbs for hyperwhites...any feedback? __________________ 06 6mt blk/blk CT s.c. 70k 95 accord ex 222k

09-01-2009, 1:04 AM	#21
Pz_ Registered Member 2007 Acura TL Trader Rating: (0) Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Indianapolis Age: 36 Posts: 159	I have hated that yellow'ish Honda color in most of the dash since the first night I got my car. It looks a little intimidating to take apart everything to swap those bulbs out. So far though, I love how it looks on your dash, what you have done up to this point at least. It will only look better as you finish it out. Can't wait to see the end.

09-02-2009, 10:57 PM	#22
Dima1978 Registered Member Trader Rating: (0) Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Russia NiNo / Mpls Posts: 119	Well I have replaced the speedometer cluster bezel/ garnish /trim with UV LEDs -- pics don't come out right. FYI they are power LED -- no resistors, I think there is an LED driver that handles the high voltage. The led did not fit the VSA button. They fit fine into reset/select, max, "< >", heater(auto). Next is amber steering wheel button. It is going to one tacky fiesta. I wish i had purchased more UVs. BTW bright white-- looks more of a bright cool white, would be suitable for guys hating on the stock color. As soon as I get a camera with good matrix to pick up UV color I will post a pic or two.

09-04-2009, 11:36 AM	#23
DeathMetal Fearless DIY Guy Trader Rating: (0) Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Think Tank Age: 29 Posts: 907	Gents - sorry it took me so long to follow up here. I am going to be finish work up on my old car this weekend and ordering the LEDs for the retrofit tonight. I am ordering somewhat of a specialized LED to prohibiting the localized effect some of you are seeing. I'll be starting with the overhead panel and moving forward, with the obilgatory DIYs, of course. I am not a fan of 'plug' and play bulbs, so this will be a little custom...more to come...

10-01-2009, 11:16 PM	#25
DeathMetal Fearless DIY Guy Trader Rating: (0) Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Think Tank Age: 29 Posts: 907	It has begun... http://tl.acurazine.com/forums/showt...1#post11365458

05-24-2010, 8:29 PM	#26
DeathMetal Fearless DIY Guy Trader Rating: (0) Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Think Tank Age: 29 Posts: 907	Green Glow...GONE. This was my primary objective since buying the car...and it's done.

05-24-2010, 8:37 PM	#27
ChairmanKaga809 Registered Member Trader Rating: (0) Join Date: May 2010 Age: 30 Posts: 42	Looks great. So what this thread is referring to is the dash/control panel lights? And in a stock TL its green!?!? I guess another reason to get the Type-S for the red.

05-24-2010, 8:41 PM	#28
dwb993 Registered Member 2006 Acura TL Trader Rating: (9) Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Shrewsbury, PA Age: 46 Posts: 1,527	Looks superb, Dan! __________________ 2006 TL Anthracite Metallic Navi AT Coming soon: CarPC Project, Blue LED replacement project

05-25-2010, 12:00 AM	#29
rockyfeller King of NYC 2006 Acura TL Trader Rating: (5) Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: CT Age: 34 Posts: 2,867	WOW MAN!! This has been sooo talked about for years. A number of members have ventured down this road do this and that. I think you may be the very first person to do the WHOLE interior like that, absolutely amazing. I wish I had the patience and talent to do it. Just a question; did you get rid of the green LED in the day/night mirror? If so, how did you get to it? I've been wanting to tackle that pesky LED for awhile now. Also the red "anti-theft" LED on the radio? How do you get to that? I open the radio a bit and got scared and backtracked. I did change the HVAC "Dual" LED to blue, big difference there. __________________ 2006 AM/Ebony 5AT TL/Nav 18" A-Spec Gunmetals●A-Spec Bodykit/Spoiler●CF Roof Spoiler●Meshed Center/Lower Grilles●Puddle Lights●Accord HID Fogs●AEM CAI●Stage 2 Exhuast●Blacked/Cleared lights●8000k HID●LED 9006 Fogs●Front LED Switchbacks●LED Rear Signals●License Plate Cathodes●12-LED Interior●Blue LED Strips●M&D DVD/Headrest LCDs●Dom's Unit/P.I.E. X3●Wendy's Cam●Infinity Kappa 63.7i●Racing Pedals●Blue Alarm/Mem Seat LED●Type-S Rear Trim●Rockblockers 20% ACTLIKEYOUKNOW

05-25-2010, 12:51 AM	#30
alann Registered Member Trader Rating: (0) Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Tustin, CA Age: 23 Posts: 70	GODDAMN that is sexy! superb job man... just superb. I did a blue LED conversion for my prelude but I'm kinda scared to touch the TL... It's too nice to mess up.