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Pilot0617 · 04-08-2011, 08:54 PM

so I recently got an auto dim mirror whit compass from a 08 camry hybrid and I plan on installing it on my 09 camry I saw the DIY section and saw that you can do it relatively easy by tapping in the console harness but my question is
Is there a way to get the compass option to work? is there another part I need to buy to make it all work? and yes I did search and didn't find anything.

LE05 · 04-08-2011, 10:00 PM

huh? if its an auto dimming mirror with a compass, then you don't need to do anything else than power it. once you power it, both functions should work.

that's if you bought the right type that is... some mirrors have a separate compass module.

Kycamrymaker · 04-09-2011, 03:28 AM

If you have the moonroof option you have a connection already there to plug n play. If you pull down the center console in the roof you will notice on the drivers side inside the headliner some blue tape with a white connection in there not doing anything. That is the mirror compass connection for the ones that get the option, if it dont have the option it just stays taped up. If it's not there check the front side by the drivers side visor.

Pilot0617 · 04-09-2011, 06:43 AM

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Originally Posted by Kycamrymaker

If you have the moonroof option you have a connection already there to plug n play. If you pull down the center console in the roof you will notice on the drivers side inside the headliner some blue tape with a white connection in there not doing anything. That is the mirror compass connection for the ones that get the option, if it dont have the option it just stays taped up. If it's not there check the front side by the drivers side visor.

Yes mine has the moonroof I will take the console out in a few minutes and check if my car is wired for it. BTW these is the mirror I got

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Kycamrymaker · 04-09-2011, 09:39 AM

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Originally Posted by Pilot0617

Yes mine has the moonroof I will take the console out in a few minutes and check if my car is wired for it. BTW these is the mirror I got

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That's the correct one for the connection. It should be right there for you to untape and connect right up. Good luck and let me know how it goes.

Pilot0617 · 04-09-2011, 10:04 AM

one last question. How do you remove the top console? do I have to pull on it or does it have screws that I have to take out first? Thanks again my friend

workerant · 04-09-2011, 10:12 AM

I find the auto dim not dim enough, especially with those idiots HUV having it's high beam behind you.

The good old flip mirror is more dim. And the compass, does anyone use that? I find it useless. Roads are not like hiking trails. It turns and you have no choice but to turn with it.

Kycamrymaker · 04-09-2011, 10:24 AM

You pull it down from the front and then out once the clips let loose. Open the sunglasses holder and pull down from there. No screws.

Pilot0617 · 04-09-2011, 10:29 AM

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Originally Posted by workerant

I find the auto dim not dim enough, especially with those idiots HUV having it's high beam behind you.

The good old flip mirror is more dim. And the compass, does anyone use that? I find it useless. Roads are not like hiking trails. It turns and you have no choice but to turn with it.

I know especially people like me that have HID in the low beams and fogs

and yes I know the old flip mirrors are better and you never use the compass anyways but its a nice feature to have and for only $30 bucks that the mirror cost me Why not

a_tov29 · 04-09-2011, 10:35 AM

good luck installing and if possible can u take pics of where this connection is thanks

Kycamrymaker · 04-09-2011, 10:35 AM

One more option your Camry has on it as well. Lol

xShoOtin StarSx · 04-09-2011, 12:09 PM

i was looking into doing the same thing. where did you get the mirror from?

workerant · 04-09-2011, 01:33 PM

An upgrade option to this is to have the 2 side mirrors auto dim too. Lots of work.

Kycamrymaker · 04-09-2011, 02:07 PM

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Originally Posted by xShoOtin StarSx

i was looking into doing the same thing. where did you get the mirror from?

I know that you can find them on eBay but seldom cheap, but you may check the salvage yards as the rearview mirror is something that they will part with for next to nothing. This mirror is used in several different Toyota models. So there should be an abundance of them out there for little cash.

El Loco VG · 04-09-2011, 02:45 PM

Thats pretty cool I need to get one with the garage door opener. Dark tint is enough of a light dimmer for me.