I've managed to install a GNTX 453 Mirror. What do you guys think? (I still gotta paint the wires black or electrical tape the bottom plug of the wires on the mirror so its less noticeable).

How much did you got the mirror for?

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Mirror ~ https://www.ebay.com/itm/Auto-Dimmi...SS-GNTX-453/122831557385?ssPageName=STRK:MEBIDX:IT&_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2648

Cover for wires ~ https://www.ebay.com/itm/Brandmotio...Cover-Black/122489006331?ssPageName=STRK:MEBIDX:IT&_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2648

 

Looking great i assume yours is a 2014 camry, how did u feed the power to the mirror was there a plug and play harness hidden on the roof? as i am also thinking about doing this mode specially after you included the ebay link

 

I was going to bring down the headliner to check if there were any cables but I didn't want to go through all that so I just instead hid all the wires into the headliner and pillars. I worked myself down to the fuses and tapped into my cigarette lighter fuse. If you feel comfortable taking down the headliner then I would suggest it because someone on this forums did take it down and use the wires on there. It's up to you though. Also if you use the way to the cigarette lighter then make sure you hide the wires away from the airbag in the pillar. You should see wires going down the side of the pillar so you know where it's safe to hide the wires.

 

I did find the harness on ebay gntx 453 https://m.ebay.com/itm/2012-2014-5-...s-Mirror-Wiring-Harness-Kit/302659214770?hash=item4677e51db2:g:HBUAAOxy~iJQ-HHx I will visit junkyard and look for them since 2010 nissan altima uses the same 453 rear view mirror I am positive I can get more cheaper locally. And use saved money from buying online for the harness. Not comfortable running wire next to pillar airbag knowing my luck I might end up blowing them up lol

Picture showing the overhead console connect harness as well

http://vi.raptor.ebaydesc.com/ws/eB...4&item=302626505981&category=169360&pm=1&ds=0&t=1514569399000&ver=0&cspheader=1

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Hey thanks for sharing this information! I might remove my wires from the cigarette lighter and use the OEM plug. I've also managed to find people selling the mirrors as a plug and play but it's 100+

 

if you decide using the oem plug all you will need is to buy this (considering you want to avoid soldering) https://www.ebay.com/itm/2012-2014-...y-Gentex-Homelink-HL-Compass-Mirror-Wiring-Harness-Kit-/302659214770?rmvSB=true

 

https://www.ebay.com/itm/NEW-FACTOR...View-Mirror-Compass/323059539581?hash=item4b37d95e7d:g:SMMAAOSwzU9ZzD~9&vxp=mtr

A OEM Toyota mirror for $60, plug and play. Comes with everything you need. This is a nice deal.

 

indeed its a good deal only does not come with Homelink (garage opener)

 

I actually went ahead and used the oem plug but instead of getting a cable and plugging it in to be cheap I just spliced the wires and connected my mirror that way. I did not cut the connector though. I will be releasing a video on how I did mine.

 

Thanks buddy looking forward for the video

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Ok so i just got back from junkyard and found GNTX 453 (ZTVHL3) from 2007 Hyundai Azera for $20 ended up paying 7% sales tax final price was $21.40 picture included (i think this mirror comes with temperature sensor as well so dont know how it will work most i need is homelink and compass)

 

No harness?

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Harness was gone. Might go again and look for harness from another car

Or Wiil just buy this harness
https://m.ebay.com/itm/2012-2014-5-...elink-HL-Compass-Mirror-Wiring-Harness-Kit-/302659214770?rmvSB=true&_mwBanner=1
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That's great! Very cheap but it sucks you didn't manage to get the harness. I would suggest getting that harness you linked me to and see if you can convince him to go a little cheaper. Also get the wire cover too so that the wire doesn't stick out. I'll put out the video later tonight.

 

i will try visit the junkyard again and look for other cars and probably get one from there i really wanna see how you tackle the headliner

 

So i went back to the junkyard and ended up finding the same car and the harness was there for some odd reason i didnt see it yesterday so here it is to be honest i dont even know where to start

 

So i went back to the junkyard and ended up finding the same car and the harness was there for some odd reason i didnt see it yesterday so here it is to be honest i dont even know where to start



Thanks,


which junkyard is this so that I can go find myself one?

 

@silento where you located? you can go to any Gonzalez Auto Parts they lots of junk cars so look around and you will find one

 

Check out the post, I edited it.

 

The pin out diagram you provided from The mirror answers allot of question. so Someone on Hyundai forum managed to get this so seems like one extra wire is for auto dim off when on reverse

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That's very interesting thanks for sharing! I don't think that fourth wire is that much worth the hassle but its up to you!

 

Hmm this is interesting. Try this again BUT this time make sure about 1 inch of insulation is remove. Wrap them both together very good! and then connect them to the only 12V ignition. I did this my first time and everything powered on like it was supposed to. I'm not sure why yours didn't power on. I've been using it since I uploaded the DIY video and its been working just fine. I think thought it had to of been not a good connection because sometimes that just happens. I hope you can give this a try again and see if it works. Also if you have discord we can talk on there if you want I can try to help you.

 

Yes I do have discord send me invitation ((tdi200#8339 ) .

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So i finally dedicated myself got the job done tonight everything is working including auto dim feature so i did join switched +12v wire for compass and homelink turned out great tried my best to tidy up the wire and i am happy with that plus i kept the oem connector visible just incase something like smoke happens and i will be quick to react to it lol.
here are my pictures:

 

Congrats! Is that the Azera mirror?

 

Thanks and yes thats the Azera 2007 mirror. Plus I don't need the temperature since I already have it on my dash, I don't think it will make a difference of not having temp reading?

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I have a 2007 Altima mirror, it looks the same but has the compass only and in orange, which matches half of the factory dash white / amber back lighting on the 10.5 gen Corolla S.

 

The one I saw ('10 Prius?) had the Compass and temp separate (one above the other) in the same window.

 

BTW which yard do you go to?

 

Gonzales Brownsburg Auto Parts
Address: 9345 US-136, Brownsburg, IN 46112

 

Yeah mine is orange wish it was a white color or green color but who cares. It still looks awesome!

 

it was my luck that i got green which i preferred over orange

 

I'm glad it worked but you don't have to be scared and leave that plug hanging like that. Also you can get a wire cover.

 

yea man will get wire cover sometime soon thank u:smile:

 

.......Got any questions? Feel free to ask!.........

Just a couple of questions if you don't mind. On your LE was all the power you needed in a plug already in the headliner, or did you have to run wires up from another source?

I just bought a 2017 LE and would love to have an auto dimming mirror, but only if I don't have to route power from another location.

Thanks!

 

Yes the wire is already in the headliner tucked away. You don't need to run wires from another power source. If you watch the video and you follow my steps you should be able to find the wire tucked in and probably taped down by blue electrical tape.

 

Thanks Mo'Toyota! Now I just need to verify if the following is still true on the 2017's (from the other mirror thread):

I was told by a Toyota mechanic that the Camry no longer includes the harness for the Homelink mirror in the roof. It was discontinued midway in the 2015 model run. Also checked with the E-Bay vendor about their mirrors and they confirm the mirrors will not work on current models without extensive wiring... Sucks...

If anyone has info on this please chime in. I'm not interested in the Homelink gizmos, just power for an auto-dimming mirror.

 

Thanks Mo'Toyota! Now I just need to verify if the following is still true on the 2017's (from the other mirror thread):



If anyone has info on this please chime in. I'm not interested in the Homelink gizmos, just power for an auto-dimming mirror.

I have no clue unfortunately but it never hurts to bring down your headliner and check for yourself. You won't break anything and it's simple.