[shagger]

I have a need / want to remove the side mirror. Specifically the LED cover on the bottom of the mirror. Has anyone done anything similar or have access to manuals and such?

TIA

 

[shagger]

NVM - I sussed it out... I was overthinking it as usual!

Kia Forte: Outside Rear View Mirror Replacement - Mirror - Body (Interior and Exterior) - Kia Forte TD 2014-2015 Service Manual

 

[Playwithmymind]

Nice find.

 

[Forte5]

Nice! I have been thinking of doing some kind of lights under the doors for when you open them up at night like what the mirrors and handles do

 

[Playwithmymind]

Since you said that I wonder if the module that controls the mirror lights can handle more load or if connecting them to the interior lights would be better.

 

[Forte5]

Exactly! I was thinking of that. I don't think it would be a major increase in the load but never know. I wanted it to look clean and give off good light at night when the doors are open

 

[Playwithmymind]

The 12 volt LED tape only has a 1.5 watts per foot (also depends on manufacturer) so it wouldn't be a huge increase in draw. The question would be do you want them to come on while the door is closed or when it is opened?

 

[Forte5]

I would like it to come on when the doors opens. Just so it lights up all around it.