Yaris mk3 steering wheel illuminated

[JCT-DK]

Hi

Is it so that the steering wheel isn't illuminated? 

It's difficult to navigate when driving in the dark. 

Thanks. 

 

[Bper]

Hi Johannes,

You are correct that the steering wheel on the Yaris mk 3 is not illuminated, including the buttons for audio and phone controls. This is a common feature on this specific model and trim levels.

While the lack of illumination can be inconvenient at night, unfortunately, there is no official way to modify the steering wheel for backlighting. However, you could use the instrument cluster lighting: The instrument cluster lighting might indirectly illuminate the buttons enough to see them faintly. Adjusting the brightness might help.

Aftermarket solutions: Some third party vendors offer aftermarket steering wheel control stickers or overlays that have a glow in the dark effect. However, these solutions might not be compatible with all models or may not provide optimal visibility.

You could consider using the audio controls on the head unit or the voice commands for your infotainment system instead of the steering wheel buttons while driving at night. Hope this helps😄

 

[flash22]

only the GR sport gets the illuminated wheel, the wheels are easy to find but the airbags are expensive

[inteli7]

22 hours ago, flash22 said:

only the GR sport gets the illuminated wheel, the wheels are easy to find but the airbags are expensive

Would you happen to have the part numbers for both? Can you do a straight swap or is there more involved in it?

[flash22]

the quote i got for the airbag was over £500, and it is collection only the wheels are all over the place price wise