Vehicle Replacement Guide
Prerequisites
- OpenIV installed with ASI Loader
- Vehicle replacement mod files (.oiv or extracted files)
- Backup of your game files
- "mods" folder created in your GTA V directory
Installation Methods
Method 1: Using .oiv Package
- Open OpenIV
- Click "Tools" > "Package Installer"
- Select your .oiv file
- Choose "Install to mods folder"
- Click "Install"
Method 2: Manual Installation
- Open OpenIV
- Enable Edit Mode (padlock icon)
- Navigate to update.rpf > x64 > levels > gta5 > vehicles.rpf
- Find the vehicle you want to replace
- Right-click > "Copy to mods folder"
- Replace with new vehicle files
Important Files
- .yft - Vehicle model file
- .ytd - Vehicle texture file
- .meta - Vehicle properties file
- .ydr - Additional model parts
Best Practices
- Always use "mods" folder for replacements
- Keep original file names when replacing
- Backup original files before modifying
- Check mod compatibility with your game version
- Read installation instructions carefully
Troubleshooting
Vehicle Not Appearing
Verify all files are in the correct location and named properly
Missing Textures
Ensure all .ytd files are installed correctly
Game Crashes
Check if the mod is compatible with your game version and verify file integrity