Details on Illuminated Shift Knob
08-31-2003, 01:28 PM
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Details on Illuminated Shift ****
Here are some pictures and scans of the instructions. Unfortunately, my RX-8 is still four weeks away so it will have to wait before I can install it.
I'm still unsure if the U.S. version of this car include the shifter connections behind the front console as shown on the graphics dipicted on the instructions. Time will tell.
I'm still unsure if the U.S. version of this car include the shifter connections behind the front console as shown on the graphics dipicted on the instructions. Time will tell.
08-31-2003, 01:40 PM
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It appears, from the scanned instructions, that the wiring harness is a Y-splitter that connects to the connector supplying power to the ashtray light. Looks pretty easy. I was thinking of ordering this, myself. I wonder if you HAVE to replace the boot, though? That would be the biggest PITA of the entire install (still, not difficult).
Edit: Oops, sorry. Guess I should have waited until you were finished. :D
Edit: Oops, sorry. Guess I should have waited until you were finished. :D
08-31-2003, 01:56 PM
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The boot does have to be replaced and the new boot comes in the package. The new boot has the slot and snap in it to accommodate the wire harness from the shifter.
There is a separate boot replacement instructions for installing this new boot. Fortunately, these instructions are in english.
All other instructions in Japanese.
There is a separate boot replacement instructions for installing this new boot. Fortunately, these instructions are in english.
All other instructions in Japanese.
08-31-2003, 11:44 PM
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This is one of first mods I want on my car, when I get it. Thanks for posting this stuff.
On a side note, wonder why Mazda never included this feature on the U.S. spec cars. Which focus group told them we don't want Illuminated Shift **** or the color white?
Magic8
On a side note, wonder why Mazda never included this feature on the U.S. spec cars. Which focus group told them we don't want Illuminated Shift **** or the color white?
Magic8
09-24-2003, 09:27 AM
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So many roads to ride...
I've replaced the shifter on each of my cars before this one, and I've had problems with them holding up to wear and tear.....I'd like to see if anyone has problems with the lights breaking or the leather wearing off before I plop down $$$ for this sucka.
09-24-2003, 09:32 PM
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Originally posted by broose
It looks like my avatar when it's lit up.
It looks like my avatar when it's lit up.
Anyway, saw the picture and it looks pretty cool and it should match the color of the lights in the car at night. Thanks.
10-20-2003, 12:04 PM
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