Can you turn off the light that shines on shifter lever?

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    My Gen iii four has a small light that shines down from ceiling and illuminates the shifter area. Can this light be turned off while driving?
    rpg51, Aug 26, 2012
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    No, not without modifications.
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    Thanks. Can I pull the bulb?
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    Or should I just start getting used to it.
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    It's an LED. I guess if you pull down the overhead console from the headliner you could cut wires etc. I'm not familiar with how everything looks up there once removed. The light bothers you that much? I realize it's all personal preference but I quite like the soft glow it illuminates around the shifter.
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    Just pull down the overhead console & disconnect it.
    sfv41901, Aug 26, 2012
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    Just put some black tape over it

    -Tapatalk
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    Small square of duct tape will easily solve the problem. No disassembly required.
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    A little pre-chewed bubble gum will do the trick.

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    Stick a pencil eraser into the opening.
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    It's a good place to store your gum when your jaw gets tired of chewing.
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    Lol whats with all the janky quick fixes. Get in there and disconnect the damn thing. I happen to think the light is pretty cool.
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    I was thinking more along the lines of red neck fixes
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    How about installing a miniature push button switch. Push, it's on, push, it's off!
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    Or better yet... use The Clapper: clap on, clap off!
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    I actully like the tiny spot light. I wish it could move around.
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    Was thinkin the same thing,it's just a little too bright.Like driving with interior light on.
    mtbiker53, Aug 29, 2012
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    Are u serious........its no brighter than my daughters night light.
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    lol what with all the rattles in the Prius? It would be flashing on and off like a disco strobe!
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    There have been times that I felt that the light was a bit too bright as well. It distracts on a dark road when you look out that passenger side.
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