how can I change inner light(dome light)??

Discussion in 'Gen 5 Prius Main Forum' started by wowmydays, Dec 24, 2025 at 7:18 AM.

  1. wowmydays

    wowmydays New Member

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    I feel like the interior lights in my 5th-generation Prius are too dim, so I'd like to replace them.
    However, I can't find any relevant examples on YouTube or the web.
    The only example I found is this link.



    Has anyone actually replaced the interior lights? Or is it impossible to replace the bulbs in the 5th-generation?
     
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    If I was asked to do this for someone, I'd spend 3 or 4 hours online finding an entirely different light fixture with more features that looks cooler and then fabricate a viable mounting system for it then I'd post it on here and others would like the look so much they'd do the same.
     
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    They're LEDs soldered onto a PCB that controls the buttons, lights, etc.

    If you do decide to solder on new LEDs do let us know what types, voltages, etc you used. I am curious as the harsh white LEDs kind of suck and I'd like to move to warmer colors.
     
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    Yep harsh white LEDs are the worst... But the good news is some of the newer LEDs are coming out with a temperature control knob so you can have a warmer softer color instead of harsh cold white. I'm a huge activist when it comes to warmer temperature LED. Studies have found the cold blue ones are bad for your health...