ILM-NC G37S

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Because it is the same circuit coming off pins 4 & 7 at the BCM...

AMP_01

So if they're the same wires we are tapping into on the BCM in the OP DIY, the door projecter lights are easier to deal with?

Also, have there been any G37 sedans with rear door projected lights?

ILM-NC G37S

iTrader: (3)

Start over.... What are you trying to do?

What "projector lights" are you referring to? The door "step lamps:"


The step lamps are only for the front doors on the sedan. Only the M37/56 have step lamps on the rear doors. You can probably add them, but not without cutting into your door card and running wires through the door jamb harness.

For that matter, the rear kickplates are NOT illuminated either.

Again, what do you have and what is your objective?

AMP_01

Yes those lights! Sorry! I got projector logo lights for the fronts and figured they'd look awesome on the rear haha. Not really looking to cut into my door card so probably not going to pursue that unless a random G37 rear door card shows up at the local junkyard for cheap. I've never checked if the 2011 G37S came with illuminated door sills (or if mine does), haven't really paid attention. Do they burn out? If so are the bulbs replaceable? (I just got the car a little over a month ago so learning more about the nuances as I go)

ILM-NC G37S

iTrader: (3)

Illuminated door sills were a optional accessory that could be added. On the sedan, only the front sills (driver/pass) illuminate when the doors open. Though rare, there have been reports of some LED's burning out. They are not easily replaced but if you have the skills it can be done (thread). Assuming you have the illuminated kickplates in the first place.

The puddle lamps are ok but not sure they are worth cutting into the door card. Now a pocket light, that would add ambience to the rear cabin...IMO.

BTW, congrats on the new toy. There is a ton of info here that will answer most questions you might have.

AMP_01

Yeah I'd have to check it out later tonight. Is there a way to check other than the lights on or off? Do you have an example of a pocket light? What's the difference?

Thank you! It seems like tons of fun!

ILM-NC G37S

iTrader: (3)

You either have the standard kickplates:


Or the accessory illuminated plates:


What Nissan calls the "Door Pocket Lamp" is a simple LED in the inside bottom of the door (under the switches):




I modified that to include the pocket and the interior door handle. When time/ weather permits I will take a pic of my setup to give you a better idea of what I am talking about.

ILM-NC G37S

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@AMP_01 Sorry it took so long but here are some (crappy) pics of the door handle and "pocket" lights that I installed in my door panels. Sorry, my phone is old and takes lousy night pics. The door handle LED is not as obnoxious as it appears in the pics. All LED's are UV (purple):
Driver:


Passenger:


The "pocket" lights turn ON/OFF with the headlights. The door handle lights function off of the power window RAP signal.

At some point I may get some matching gel film and modify the Q60 ambient footwell lights so everything will match. Then again, maybe not- the contrast works for me. I did not take a pic of the rear footwell lights.