Auto dim/comp/temp wiring
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Auto dim/comp/temp wiring
Hi everyone, new to the forum and to the Ford Ranger. I'm installing an auto dim mirror with the compass and temp gauge and need help with the 12v keyed power wire. Can I tap into the radio wiring harness 12v ignition/acc wire? Will that not drain the battery? I've done some searching and read that tapping into the dome light would cause the battery to die. Some how to's I've read are a bit confusing because they includes headlight mods with the wiring. Would this be ok, or is there a better place to wire it to?
Thanks for everything. This forum has helped me a lot.
Thanks for everything. This forum has helped me a lot.
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Hey guys! I installed this mirror yesterday and hooked it up throughout the stereo like we talked about. It looks great at night and have full visibility of the compass and temp, but when I got in the truck today (very sunny and bright with the snow) I can't see anything, but I it's working if I cup my hand around the mirror and see the faint light. Any ideas? Is there an adjustment I need to make? I don't have a manual because I bought it off eBay. Thanks.
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Gentex makes most of the domestic OEM and accessory mirrors, so there's a good chance that yours is one too. Try these:
http://www.google.com/search?sourcei...n+instructions
http://www.gentex.com/automotive.html
http://www.google.com/search?sourcei...n+instructions
http://www.gentex.com/automotive.html
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Alright, it was the sensor in the back of the mirror. It wasn't realizing it was day and was dimming all the time. Contacted seller and 2 days later had a new one to install. Works great!
If anyone is interested in a mirror I got it from eBay seller cgshaw2010. He only deals with mirrors. Great experience.
Thanks for all the help and replies. The pics came out crappy, but once the weather gets nice I'll get a photo garage going.
If anyone is interested in a mirror I got it from eBay seller cgshaw2010. He only deals with mirrors. Great experience.
Thanks for all the help and replies. The pics came out crappy, but once the weather gets nice I'll get a photo garage going.
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