Auto dim rear view mirror 1998 outback,Best place to buy it from?

humdinger4u · 06-05-2005, 11:29 AM

Where can I buy it at the best price? What all does it do......auto dim and what else? Clock?

Thanks, Michael

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Mulder · 06-05-2005, 01:42 PM

Since AFAIK this wasn't available as a plug-in option on your car and it's not prewired for it, you'll likely be going aftermarket, although it would be possible to install one of the OEM Subaru mirrors- you'd just have to run the wires yourself.
There are two companies that manufacture these mirrors, Gentex and Donnelly. They supply the auto-dim mirrors used for OEM applications as well as aftermarket retailers. Either one can be installed in a Subaru as long as you get the proper "cam lock" type mount. The mirror sold by Subaru is a Donnelly and has a built-in compass display, other versions are available that also have outside temp display and/or map lights.
Check the classifieds on here for used Subaru mirrors, and Ebay for aftermarket ones. Do a search on both "Donnelly" and "Gentex".

palpullero · 06-05-2005, 02:09 PM

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Originally Posted by humdinger4u

Where can I buy it at the best price? What all does it do......auto dim and what else? Clock?

Thanks, Michael

Try subaruparts.com and subaruxtras.com. Wiring is mostly done to the courtesy lights on the Impreza.

Mulder · 06-05-2005, 02:26 PM

The wiring consists of switched 12V, ground, and a connection to the reverse light circuit (to undim the mirror when backing up at night). You can't get switched 12V at the courtesy lights, only constant 12V. The reverse connection won't be there unless the car is prewired for the mirror.

palpullero · 06-05-2005, 02:39 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mulder

The wiring consists of switched 12V, ground, and a connection to the reverse light circuit (to undim the mirror when backing up at night). You can't get switched 12V at the courtesy lights, only constant 12V. The reverse connection won't be there unless the car is prewired for the mirror.

Would you say that an '05 STi without the auto-dim mirror option is prewired for the mirror or not? I would like to use my '02 WRX auto-dim mirror on an '05 Sti.

palpullero · 06-05-2005, 02:50 PM

I am assuming the '05 STi is wired like the '02 WRX based on this installation guide:

http://www.subaruparts.com/guides/44...ompass_IxI.pdf

Let me know.

Mulder · 06-05-2005, 03:10 PM

AFAIK the 05 would still be prewired and should have the same setup. But I haven't looked at a mirror install on one so I can't say this with 100% certainty.

humdinger4u · 06-05-2005, 05:26 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mulder

Since AFAIK this wasn't available as a plug-in option on your car and it's not prewired for it, you'll likely be going aftermarket, although it would be possible to install one of the OEM Subaru mirrors- you'd just have to run the wires yourself.
There are two companies that manufacture these mirrors, Gentex and Donnelly. They supply the auto-dim mirrors used for OEM applications as well as aftermarket retailers. Either one can be installed in a Subaru as long as you get the proper "cam lock" type mount. The mirror sold by Subaru is a Donnelly and has a built-in compass display, other versions are available that also have outside temp display and/or map lights.
Check the classifieds on here for used Subaru mirrors, and Ebay for aftermarket ones. Do a search on both "Donnelly" and "Gentex".

Do any of these come with a clock as a feature? And thanks for the help too!!

Michael

Mulder · 06-05-2005, 05:31 PM

Never seen one with a clock, don't think this is available. That's not a good place for a clock anyway, you wouldn't want to have to look up there for the time.

kenbadger · 07-24-2009, 12:13 PM

I am in the process of installing a GNTX-177 auto-dim mirror (from a GMC Sierra, ebay $25). Has temp sensor and compass. Only thing I need to find out is where the reverse circuit taps into, for overriding the dim feature when you are in reverse. Anyone know?

06-05-2005, 11:29 AM	#1
humdinger4u Scooby Newbie Member#: 82905 Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Denver, Colorado	Auto dim rear view mirror 1998 outback,Best place to buy it from? Where can I buy it at the best price? What all does it do......auto dim and what else? Clock? Thanks, Michael * Registered users of the site do not see these ads.

07-24-2009, 12:13 PM	#10
kenbadger Scooby Newbie Member#: 209141 Join Date: Apr 2009 Chapter/Region: RMIC Location: Denver area Vehicle: 2003 WRX wagon silver	Gntx-177 I am in the process of installing a GNTX-177 auto-dim mirror (from a GMC Sierra, ebay $25). Has temp sensor and compass. Only thing I need to find out is where the reverse circuit taps into, for overriding the dim feature when you are in reverse. Anyone know?

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06-05-2005, 01:42 PM	#2
Mulder Trust no one Moderator Member#: 11170 Join Date: Oct 2001 Chapter/Region: Tri-State Location: NYC Vehicle: 02 WRX 05 GTO	Since AFAIK this wasn't available as a plug-in option on your car and it's not prewired for it, you'll likely be going aftermarket, although it would be possible to install one of the OEM Subaru mirrors- you'd just have to run the wires yourself. There are two companies that manufacture these mirrors, Gentex and Donnelly. They supply the auto-dim mirrors used for OEM applications as well as aftermarket retailers. Either one can be installed in a Subaru as long as you get the proper "cam lock" type mount. The mirror sold by Subaru is a Donnelly and has a built-in compass display, other versions are available that also have outside temp display and/or map lights. Check the classifieds on here for used Subaru mirrors, and Ebay for aftermarket ones. Do a search on both "Donnelly" and "Gentex".

06-05-2005, 02:26 PM	#4
Mulder Trust no one Moderator Member#: 11170 Join Date: Oct 2001 Chapter/Region: Tri-State Location: NYC Vehicle: 02 WRX 05 GTO	The wiring consists of switched 12V, ground, and a connection to the reverse light circuit (to undim the mirror when backing up at night). You can't get switched 12V at the courtesy lights, only constant 12V. The reverse connection won't be there unless the car is prewired for the mirror.

06-05-2005, 02:50 PM	#6
palpullero Scooby Newbie Member#: 21170 Join Date: Jul 2002 Chapter/Region: NESIC Location: Vermont Vehicle: 1992 SVX Satin Pearl White	I am assuming the '05 STi is wired like the '02 WRX based on this installation guide: http://www.subaruparts.com/guides/44...ompass_IxI.pdf Let me know.

06-05-2005, 03:10 PM	#7
Mulder Trust no one Moderator Member#: 11170 Join Date: Oct 2001 Chapter/Region: Tri-State Location: NYC Vehicle: 02 WRX 05 GTO	AFAIK the 05 would still be prewired and should have the same setup. But I haven't looked at a mirror install on one so I can't say this with 100% certainty.

06-05-2005, 05:31 PM	#9
Mulder Trust no one Moderator Member#: 11170 Join Date: Oct 2001 Chapter/Region: Tri-State Location: NYC Vehicle: 02 WRX 05 GTO	Never seen one with a clock, don't think this is available. That's not a good place for a clock anyway, you wouldn't want to have to look up there for the time.