Under dash lighting - Smart Car of America Forums : Smart Car Forum

mrc59 · 01-23-2009, 02:08 PM

Anyone else need a light to see the cup holders and all? Wondering if anyone has installed an under dash light, and if so, what did you use? Also wondering how to wire it so it works with the vehicle light switch (not manual).

**jwight** · 01-23-2009, 03:04 PM

Apparently smart centers can now supply the Brabus interior lights (front & rear.) Just Out, Smart Accessory Guide!!!!

Turbo42 · 01-23-2009, 03:05 PM

I dont think he wants to spen 500 for light

**jwight** · 01-23-2009, 03:13 PM

Wasn't suggesting he did; just supplying info.

Turbo42 · 01-23-2009, 03:16 PM

you can do the lights we did in the back you could put these under the dash and wire them to the inside courtesy bulb

jetfuel · 01-23-2009, 03:19 PM

...ring the bells...we've a winner..

jetfuel

smart-er · 01-23-2009, 03:20 PM

I went to Autozone and picked up two 12" red neon tubes and installed them under my dash. They work great and provide a nice red glow to the foot areas and lower dash. They plug into the 12v plug, but I took it a step further and hard wired them into the fuse panel and installed a switch on my center console. If you are handy with tools should take you about an hour.

Total cost was about $40

mrc59 · 01-23-2009, 04:26 PM

Very nice ideas! Much appreciated.

jetfuel · 01-23-2009, 04:31 PM

...smart-er...you will get no kudos until we see pics..

jetfuel

SunDiego · 01-23-2009, 04:47 PM

http://www.smartcarofamerica.com/for...tml#post106189

two 15" LED strips under the front dash... installed the control unit in the glove box. Works great