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For non-els vehicle, the lighting is controlled by "carcols." If you're replacing it in x64e, you need to edit or replace "carcols" in mods/update/update.rpf/x64/data with the one included in the vehicle pack. 

It can't confirm that there would be an issue installing it there, but it is never recommended by anyone. I would strongly suggest modifying and installing your vehicles to your latest patch day in mods/update/x64/dlcpacks/patchday2023_01/dlc.rpf/x64/levels/gta5/vehicles.rpf

Note: There is a reply below this post that is just as helpful, make sure you read that!
 
There are so many car mods out there that it's frustrating when you can only have a certain amount in game (as replacements), and have to keep switching between all the ones you like or just want to try.  This text-based tutorial aims to teach you how to install cars as a add-on/standalone!  Please note, this tutorial does not cover add-on cars that have their own dlcpack.
 
Quick notes before you begin.
 
* You must use a mods folder!!! For information on how to use this, click here. (OpenIV website)
 
* Mpchristmas2 is just my preference for standalone cars.  Some people use other DLCs such as mpluxe.
 
* There is a standalone car limit.  If you exceed yours, download this gameconfig for unlimited add-ons.  NOTE:  I have not personally tested this one, back up your gameconfig before installing!!!
 
* All standalone cars must have a vehicles.meta and carvariations line!  Otherwise it will not work properly.
 
* Handling.meta, YMT edits, etc are all optional, you do not need to edit anything else aside from the vehicles.meta and carvariations for the car to work.
 
 
1) In OpenIV, navigate to mods-->update-->update-->common-->data-->levels-->gta 5, and extract "vehicles.meta" to your desktop.  I advise making a folder on your desktop named "original vehicle meta", or something similar so that way you can store these files and know exactly what they are.  You won't actually be editing this meta, but you will be taking individual meta lines from it to use for your add on cars. For example, if one car is a Dodge Charger, you'll use the police2 meta lines.  CVPI, police lines.  I don't think it truly matters in the long run which you use (aside from the handlingid needing to match the car) as long as they are similar and not completely different (IE using the meta for the Pounder)
 
2) Grab the "police" meta from this vehicle meta.  Either paste it in a notepad or just hold onto it.  Note:  If your vehicle is a non Law Enforcement vehicle, just take the meta of a similar type vehicle.
 
3) Navigate to mods-->update-->x64-->dlcpacks-->mpchristmas2-->dlc-->common-->data-->levels-->gta 5.  Extract this vehicles meta to your desktop.  Open it, and paste the meta line.  Change the modelName, txdName, and gameName to that of your add on car. 
 
4) In the vehicles.meta there is this line:  <audioNameHash />
 
Audionamehash dictates how your vehicle sounds.  If it remains <audioNameHash />, it will not have any sound.  You will change the audionamehash to whatever suits the vehicle you're installing.  So if you install a CVPI, it'll be police. There isn't a huge variety of namehashes for police vehicles.  There's no police Explorer, so you'll either end up with an Explorer that sounds like FBI2 or SHERIFF2. 
 
Note: The following only applies if you are using ELS!!!   I, however, have started using the namehashes of regular civilian vehicles.  In the case of the Explorer, I use gresley.  This means that your vehicle will sound more in tune with what you're driving.  However, this also means the in-car radio will work.  The only way to disable this is by turning the music all the way down in the settings.  As I said, there's a variety of what you can use, and I have those listed in another topic.
 
Save, and drag the edited file from your desktop back to OpenIV.
 
5) In OpenIV, press the back button twice so you see the "carvariations.meta" (mpchristmas2-->dlc-->common).  You will also need to extract and do the same thing in terms of naming it.  Change the name, save, and re-add to OpenIV.  I've included one of my carvariation lines you can use as a template for all your vehicles.  Do note a few things:  1) Some vehicles require custom carvar settings.  Most, however, will work fine with this.  2) For non police vehicles, change sirensetting to "0".  This setting is only for emergency cars.  3) <kits> deals with the mods that the car will have.  I, personally, never mod my cars, so I just ignore that. 
 
 
6) If you haven't already, download the vehicle files for the car you want, and rename them to match your add on car.
 
7 ) In OpenIV, you can either click the back button until you get back to the page with "common" and "x64" folders (mods-->update-->x64-->dlcpacks-->mpchristmas2-->dlc).  Once on this page, go to x64-->levels-->gta 5-->vehicles-->xmas2vehicles.rpf.  Click the "edit mode" button, and drag and drop the vehicle files from your desktop into OpenIV. 
 
8 ) Click "edit mode" again to turn off edit mode, and you're good to go.
 
Final notes:
 
* In the carvariations, sirensetting must be set to at least 1 for it to have siren.  There are other siren settings you can use.
 
 
* In vehicles meta, <flags> must have FLAG_LAW_ENFORCEMENT and FLAG_EMERGENCY_SERVICE

I believe everyone is now hanging out here, this is the code SnN9UDBXq3
 
PSA, I have removed myself from all discords ect. I will still be posting. 
I have released this model as well today, enjoy 🤙
 
 

Seeing as people still look here, updated bmw 


 

Supervisor colorado's

slightly shitty Alcolizer based on the model used by the NSW Police Force. its just a retextured phone but better than holding up an inhaler 😂 shows when performing a breath test in stop the ped

Load bearing vest

No worries buddy, no need to apologise, I’ll have to sort myself out & try to learn the skill you guys possess!!👍🏼

Any chance of these being released mate, absolutely fantastic cars!!!

I would just like to say the all the work you guys are doing is amazing, It makes me smile seeing so much love being put into our Aussie stuff.
I don't use much Aussie themed stuff as I tried at one point but it just felt 'out of place'. But it is still so wonderful to see Stuff that isn't being half arsed and I can see alot of the love being put into each model, ped and prop. 

nswpf raincoat 

NSW Highway Patrol motorcycle

Awesome skins buddy, really hope an accurate NSW Chrysler appears soon

Congratulations mate, I officially finished my career back in 2010 and all I can say is enjoy every minute, stay grounded & remember to reach out for help when you need it as the job can wear you down at times. Good luck buddy

Congratulations mate, I officially finished my career back in 2010 and all I can say is enjoy every minute, stay grounded & remember to reach out for help when you need it as the job can wear you down at times. Good luck buddy

Congratulations mate, I officially finished my career back in 2010 and all I can say is enjoy every minute, stay grounded & remember to reach out for help when you need it as the job can wear you down at times. Good luck buddy

Just wondering if anyone will be releasing a NSW SRT?? Haven’t seen one yet on any other GTA sites

Unsure if this is dead or not buttt
 
 

ANPR's modelled and fitted. interior parts modelled and fitted, bugs ruled out and should be sweet for a release. Keep your eyes peeled in the next two days 😉

WORK IN PROGRESS LANE IS CLOSED 😛 Unmarked and Marked (with indigenous livery) BMW 530d along with the highway patrol bikes!



 

There we go!! Welcome to game, Thanks to British gamer for model 😄 !!!

Oohh nice, i like the bike where i could get it from?