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Cant identify this (sensor?) behind my rear view mirror

Discussion in '1st Gen. Tacomas (1995-2004)' started by VictorVonDoom, Jun 21, 2014.

  1. Jun 21, 2014 at 3:42 PM
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    Cant identify this (sensor?) behind my rear view mirror. Mechanic friend thought it was a dealer add on? Searched forums and the web but no luck. If its a temp sensor I dont have a display for it also dont have an alarm.

    I would like to install a dash cam but would like to id this before I mess with it. A small connector of about 3 wires comes from under the headliner to this coffin shaped box. Thanks for any help.



    2002 Tacoma Dbl Cab
     
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  2. Jun 21, 2014 at 3:45 PM
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    probably a mic from a bluetooth device.
     
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  3. Jun 21, 2014 at 3:49 PM
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    Well I hope it has 5v then I can use it. Otherwise no sign of anything extra that uses it
     
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    Pic would help
     
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    I 2nd the picture request, but my wild guess would be a tempature sensor for outside air temp. then again its a 1st gen so idk if you guys have a temp gauge for outside air.
     
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    Sorry coulda sworn I put in the pic. I was ridiculously tired yesterday.

    [​IMG]
     
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    Pic ain't that great but it looks like a remote start antenna.
     
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    Remote start or Security system...or both. That's my guess.
     
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    As far I know the 1st gens don't have the temp. sensor (well mine does'nt have the auto AC feature). So I'd say its remote start/security/mic for handless.
     
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