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Omega Help Area => Omega General Help => Topic started by: gazbo on 05 August 2006, 11:25:30

Title: self dimming rear view mirror
Post by: gazbo on 05 August 2006, 11:25:30: googd morning chaps and chapesses
i know i have asked this question before on the other site but i am trying to fit the self dimming mirror in my facelift meega.i have taken the courtesy light out and in the loom there is a black plug with three wires going in, i know on the other site there is info on how to do the retro fit but there is no info about this plug ie what is it for ?,there is mention of picking up one of the wires from the passenger footwell,do anybody know if this spare plug can be used for the connection if it can would make things easier its obviously there for some reason.ant help would be appreciated
Title: Re: self dimming rear view mirror
Post by: Hillper on 05 August 2006, 12:03:03: Forget the puny 3 pin socket.

Have a good rummage under the headlining around the coutesy light hole.

You'll find a six pin connector. I think it's for the sunroof, if fitted.

(http://i9.photobucket.com/albums/a59/Hillper/th_IMG_2081.jpg) (http://i9.photobucket.com/albums/a59/Hillper/IMG_2081.jpg)

Connect the RED mirror wire to the BLACK connector wire.
Connect the BLACK mirror wire to the BROWN connector wire.

To connect them, strip a little insulation from the connector wires and solder the mirror wires on, then insulate with tape.

This is the simplest connection. You can connect up the reversing circuit to the mirror if you want, but I couldn't be bothered!
Title: Re: self dimming rear view mirror
Post by: Sir Sideways on 05 August 2006, 13:06:35: *****Dumb Question Time***** :-[ :-[ :-[

How do I tell if I have a Dimming Rear View Mirror?

I dont know if ive seen one at all because i dont know what they look like.
Title: Re: self dimming rear view mirror
Post by: TheBoy on 05 August 2006, 13:15:48: Does it have an anti-dazzle lever below? if so, you ain't ;)
Title: Re: self dimming rear view mirror
Post by: x25xe on 05 August 2006, 22:07:31: Thought a pic might help you out. Here it is:

(http://i65.photobucket.com/albums/h207/x20xev/auto_dip_mirror.jpg)

Notice the circle in the top right hand side of the mirror - this is the sensor that detects when a light from behind is shining on the mirror. It is a very nice item to have and works very well.

HTH
Title: Re: self dimming rear view mirror
Post by: RonaldMcBurger on 06 August 2006, 08:14:30: It will also look green if you shine a torch into it.
Title: Re: self dimming rear view mirror
Post by: Sir Sideways on 06 August 2006, 10:28:40: :( I just have the normal type, gonna have a the wiring.

Cheers

Jim.

P.S Sorry for hi~jackin on thread
Title: Re: self dimming rear view mirror
Post by: nixoro on 07 August 2006, 09:52:41: How does the mirror work in with seats only I have a mirror and loom/connector for not only connecting to the seat but also at the ceiling just need to make the cable up and connect in.

Does the mirror move using the buttons on the side of the seat in some way or is it a case of manually setting the mirror then saving and if seat position changes and the mirror is moved press of a button it repositions itself.

Hope this makes sense.
Roy
Title: Re: self dimming rear view mirror
Post by: TheBoy on 07 August 2006, 10:13:37: Move mirror and door mirrors as normal, then save from the seat as you would save seat position :)