Two questions: How do I know if I have power to my Prius 2 basic model with a mirror that is not auto dimming & does it fit the Prius? Thanks to all!
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Not sure about the power, but this bracket should fit just about all mirrors.
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Does the mirror have any wires plugged into the back side? Yes power / No No. If no you have to run a long cord along the top of the window down the side of the window ( tuck the wire in ) and under the dash to the fuse box. Hook the black wire to a ground and the red to the radio fuse. I have done this in many cars.
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If it isn't auto dimming then there probably isn't power at the mirror. It's no big deal though, just tuck your power wire under the headliner to the A pillar and down to the area below the dash on the driver's side. Next, it's just a matter of locating a power source that turns on and off with the ignition and tapping into it. Escort makes a hardwire kit that is plenty long enough and I believe has everything necessary to wire into the fuse box. It also has a mute button and indicator leds built in. It should fit if there is fairly decent space between your mirror and windshield.
1002121
Brain, I just installed this mirror. Koolvue CV45EL-S is the driver side mirror, it has power fold, puddle lamp, heat, auto dimmer, power adjust and turn signal. This mirror is an exact match to the GM original. The mirror doesn't have memory, memory is programmed into your power window switch. Are you replacing a mirror or doing a DL8 to DL3 upgrade? I did the complete upgrade and can provide you with details of what is involved (curt@diskwizards.com). My mirrors work GREAT and have had no problems at all.
2030689
Yes, this is how it works. The power is run from the reverse lights, so it powers the signal when car is put into reverse, and image appears in corner of mirror. Nice solution.
1030273
You really need to look to see how your Accord's review mirror is powered and whether you can slide in the power and negative terminals. It will be dependent upon your plug.
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Sorry, for the late response. Unfortunately I have no idea. I bought it for my husband for his Toyota truck. We actually returned it bc it actually looked too small. Sooo...maybe it would look fine in the Prius?? Just not sure it will 'fit'.
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This will only work if there is DC voltage to your mirror. Lots of cars have a powered compass or auto dim thus power. If your mirror has no power then do not get this product.
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Yes! You should be absolutely fine! We have the clek foonf in our Toyota Prius and I see out just fine with my rear view mirror. We love our foonf!!!
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As I recall the cheaper model did not have a tinted mirror, so lights at night can b a problem, cause there is no way to stop bright lights in your rear view mirror. The second thing is that the cheaper model did not have an on and off switch. The only way to turn it off is to unplug if from the power point (cig lighter). If those two things dont bother u, then getting the cheaper one should work fine. And I think the cheaper one comes with a 32 gig. The expensive one only comes with a 4 gig, so u have to buy a 32 gig if u want it. Hope this answers yr questions.
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Well, Sam, I read posts about this battery and found out that it was the bomb. I have had it now for a couple months, if that, and it has worked well. I have a 2008, Gen II, Prius with keyless entry. It fits. I believe I read a post of someone getting this battery who had a Prius that did NOT have keyless entry, and it was slightly too big. He eventually got it to fit with some minor modifications to the straps and surrounding area of where the battery goes.So, from my findings/thread research, this is the battery to get.
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When I was first looking at reviews for this great mirror I saw where some people were having trouble fitting this to their mirrors when they had Onstar and things like that. I have a standard mirror and it works fine. I think if you can contact Car Mate maybe they can answer your question. I love my mirror and it does what it says and it is good quality and gives me very good visibility. I hope it can work for you!
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Looking at the mirrors on this video: http://m.youtube.com/watch?v=yh6LNplx1u0I would say yes! The only difference between this video mirror and my mirror is that there is a yellow reflector on the back of the mirror. My mirror also has a signal led on bottom under the mirror and this cover doesn't affect that at all!
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The mirror glass does not have the dimmer option but it will replace a mirror glass that had that option. You will of course lose that option. It does have the turn signal and heat option. The dimmer option is built into the glass and not an electrical controlled function. Thanks
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Like the others have said, you need a constant lead for the power, and one switched source to turn the mirror off with the car. Also tinted windows may cause the mirror not to dim all the way.
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It should fit any standard sized mirror, the prius should not be any exception. It has adjustable clamps on the back.
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I have a 2000 land cruiser. Toyota doesn't "make" the autodimming mirror any more. Found out Toyota never did. They used another company's autodimming mirror - Donnelly. Now Donnelly and CIPA I think merged, they have the same mirrors. First, go to back of your existing mirror to see whether it is a Donnelly. If yes, let me know. I will tell u what to do. If no, then it may be Gentex (another major brand). But first find out what u have existing. If u don't have autodimming mirror now, u want to put in autodimming, let me know.
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I would suggest either using a voltmeter or going on the forums. I googled it and didnt find a picture of your connector behind the mirror. But if it has power, chances are the product will work. Just need a ignition on power source and a ground.
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I haven't found a dimmer switch on the radio. It was way too distracting for me until I took the time to pick a color scheme and take it out of demo mode. I drive 100+ miles a week, and if I could dim the display, I probably would, on occasion. In my buick, the location is low enough that it doesn't bother me.