Factory AUX Switches Are BORING… Here’s How I Fixed Mine (Sasquatch Mod + Auxbeam Lights)

[SmokyMtnTaco]

So Toyota gave us AUX 1, 2, 3, and 4 prewired switches — which is awesome… but let’s be honest, they’re pretty boring out of the box.


I decided to do something fun about it.


I pulled AUX 2 and replaced it with a Sasquatch switch that now controls my Auxbeam driving pods, and swapped AUX 4 for a proper rear light switch. It’s a simple interior mod that completely changes how the 2025 Toyota Tacoma looks and functions — especially at night.


I teased this setup briefly in my “12 Must-Have Mods for Your Tacoma” video, but this one deserved its own spotlight. Between the drone shots, install, and those Auxbeam pods lighting up the night — it’s just too good not to share.


Full video here (I'll be dropping it today 10/14/2025 right before lunch EST):



What’s Covered:

How to replace your factory AUX buttons with custom switches
Wiring a Sasquatch switch to Auxbeam pods
Adding a dedicated rear light switch
Simple mods that totally transform your Tacoma’s interior



If you’ve ever thought those stock switches looked dull, this is one of the easiest and most satisfying Tacoma mods you can do.


Curious what switches other Tacoma4G members are running — anyone else swapped out your AUX buttons yet? Post your setup below


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[bsquaredMTB]

@SmokyMtnTaco Question. Why did you have to take all the other stuff apart instead of just pulling out the switch panel. Can't you just unclip the switch panel? I did a similar switch update for my light bar by unclipping the "hidden compartment" panel, the panel above the switch panel then the switch panel. unscrewing necessary.

 

[SmokyMtnTaco]

Good question

@SmokyMtnTaco Question. Why did you have to take all the other stuff apart instead of just pulling out the switch panel. Can't you just unclip the switch panel? I did a similar switch update for my light bar by unclipping the "hidden compartment" panel, the panel above the switch panel then the switch panel. unscrewing necessary.

Interesting thought, I'm going to need to investigate this. I was following the the approach I've used on my 3rd gen, the many times I've had it off. At the very least you'll need to remove that lower dash cover with those 8mm bolts. I'll take a look and I may have to make another video. I've got another switch to put on for my rock lights video on my trailhunter I have dropping this Sunday evening.

 

[bsquaredMTB]

Just food for thought, when I did my recent light bar install, I didn't have to remove any 8mm bolts. If you just remove those panels (pics attached this time), you'll have full access to the switches. Hopefully that makes life a little easier for you. The switch panel might not pivot as much as when you remove the bolts but you still have plenty of room to get in there and change out whatever you need to.

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