2014 Auto Dimming Mirror

Hey all! I have a 13 Regular Cab. I was wondering if I had the harness in my ceiling or if I'm going to have to run the wires myself?

 

For which function? If temp, you will need to run the sensor wire in all likelihood.

 

Nah jus want the auto dimmer and the compass. Jus wanna know if i have the harness up there to be able to connect the mirror

 

I have a 2013 double cab, there was a plug behind the sunglasses holder for temp, compass, and rearview camera.

 

I dont have a console on top. Thats why i was asking if a regular cab had it in the roof.

 

Probably not but no matter, it is simple to use 2 add-a-circuits in the fuse box to tap for sw pwr and constant pwr & the only other wiring is temp probe thru firewall which is also very simple. I guess camera wiring if you are getting one with display in mirror would be the PIB ones to run, but still simple. Go for it............

 

Shout out to Bob for an excellent deal, fast shipping and an excellent product. Ordered the homelink, autodim, with hidden compass mirror. 15 minutes and I was installed, programmed and calibrated. Awesome mod. Thanks Bob!

 

Wow! Lots of fun reading. I currently have an '09 PR TRDOR Access and it has all the nice stuff. Just ordered a '14 TRDOR 4x4 Access because I need the 4x4. Found out like everyone else no compass or temperature in console or mirror. I do have a smart phone and am ordering with the Entune Premium with Apps and Nav. This way I get the data plan through my phone. However, I do like and will miss the console compass/temp, so I'll be installing the new mirror as suggested on this thread. I'll install the HomeLink as well and can eliminate my GD opener.

One thing I did find out is the only way you get the powered mirror with auto dim/temp/compass is in the PreRunner/4x4 Double Cab. No other package has that option. The backup is now in the radio portion and is much bigger and better. Getting the App suite gives you Data free according to the Toyota\Entune site.

I don't know why Toyota stopped the dimming mirror as I think it's a safety measure, but hey, I guess they do what they want. Also understand 2015 is the new generation but I happen to like this style and that's why I'm getting one now.

What a way to join the forum.

 

I have a 2014 DCSB 4x4 OR (entune navi) that came with the basic mirror. Under the headliner at the mirror is what looks like a power cable (possibly for the auto dim mirror).

So what is a good thermometer for our trucks that could be mounted in the roof console? Anyone have an old one to sell? I think the temp sensor is in the grill already. An in/out gauge is VERY useful. There isn't climate control, so knowing what the inside temp would be groovy.

Also, could always go with one (

Ambient Weather WS-0101 Wireless Thermo-Hygrometer with Indoor Temperature and Outdoor Temperature and Humidity

like this) from Amazon, and get humidity to boot! Splurge and get atomic time and forecasting! Is there something like this for automotive applications that isn't $200 or more for a fancy auto dimming mirror that has a temp gauge?

 

Why not just get the autodim, homelink, compass mirror from Bob since weather is displayed in your HU? That way it's completely plug and play and no wires/sensors need to be run.

 

Well, that is not the ambient temperature at the truck, it's likely a noaa station, and it's expensive. Would just want temperatures. There is a cap on the bed, so double tinted windows take care of that dimmimg already.

 

I just got a 2014 Tacoma and it only has the simple mirror with a dimming tab. Backup camera is in the radio and the temperature is via HD radio. Big step backwards for Toyota. I really would like auto dim and Home link in the mirror.

 

Thanks peto48 to convince me to upgrade my mirror that I broke. Thanks For Bob on the homelink, autodim mirror. Great price! Fast shipment! Way better then the cheap 2014 mirror Toyota trying to save a buck.

 

Seems to be a big difference in Canadian and US Tacoma. I picked up my 2014 SR5 V6 automatic long bed, and it has auto dimming mirror with homelink and compass. Backup camera is in the radio head unit. I have not determined if it is wired for outside temp but probably not. I think I will get the same mirror from Bob with temp gauge as well, and sell my mirror. Any idea what it's worth?

Edit: Damn autocorrect

 

Maybe Bob will take your mirror in trade.

 

Someone asked about a pdf to d/l so I made one of my install and posted on my website. You can d/l it here: http://www.weendoggy.com/tacoma/gentex_mirror.pdf for your use. I installed mine in a AT truck and did some rather anal stuff, but the process is o.k. This is a GREAT addition to a truck that Toyota balled up on by removing. My install took about 4 hrs. but I was taking pictures and taking my time. I think it can be done in less than 2 hrs. I purchased the Autodim/Compass/Temp/Homelink unit.

 

Just finished the install, along with the ImMrYo Mirror Bracket on my 14 Access Cab. The plug was in the headliner, just as Bob's instructions mentioned, along with the 'cap' covering the plug.

At least now I'll have an idea when to expect ice on the roads...

 

Subbing for later

 

Hey everyone...just wanted to make you all available of a new version of the compass/autodim/Homelink mirror that just became available earlier this week. This one has a white LCD compass display, white down-facing LED on the bottom, and backlit buttons!!! This is the same mirror Toyota is using on some of their 2014-2015 models. As with the other compass/autodim/Homelink mirrors, these are plug & play on all 2012-2014 Tacoma's that are equipped with the factory overhead console as there will be the necessary 14 pin plug tucked away up there. They can also be used on the 2009-2011 models, but on those, the constant hot wire is typically not in place in the 14 pin plug above the overhead console, so you would either have to find a nearby constant hot wire to tap into, or just have the Homelink buttons operate only when the ignition is on instead of always...in this case it would also be plug & play. And in case anyone knows someone with a Tundra, the mirror will also be plug & play on 2010-2014 Tundra's as well. Price on these brand new mirrors are $10 more than the regular compass Homelink mirrors, or $269 including shipping within the U.S. (add $25 to ship to Canada).

Hopefully the pix I uploaded show up OK. I tried to take a decent pic of the display to show the color, but you may just have to take my word for it that the display is white The picture showing the LED on the bottom center of the mirror shows it with the mirror is off. When it's on, it's bright enough to make it impossible to take a picture of it...it just shows up as a white blob on my camera. And yes, the buttons are backlit - whenever the mirror is on, so are the LED's behind the buttons. You really can't see it during the day, but at night they look pretty cool & make it easier to find the buttons in the dark.

And in case anyone is wondering...no...the compass/temp/Homelink mirror is still only going to be available with a light blue display...there are no plans to offer that mirror in any other color display at this time.

PM me with any questions you may have or if you'd like to order one of these.

Thank you very much!!!
Bob Prim

 

So this will be a full swap for a 2014 and it will be plug n play...?