Homelink mirror on the cheap
 

So I posted this info in someone's wtb thread, suggested I make a thread for it so here goes..

For those that bought base model Z's without the homelink mirror, here's what you need to install one cheaper than buying the 270 dollar kit from nissan.

Search ebay for nissan homelink mirror. pretty much any of them will work, (ones without the compass, the compass one's may work but i'm not sure) I happened to find one from a Maxima that was like 30 bucks. There's one for 49 out there now.

Then pick up one of these:
Gentex Auto-Dimming HomeLink Mirror Wire Harness Kit : eBay Motors (item 140384080452 end time Mar-18-10 19:13:01 PDT)

Install the new mirror and route the cables down thru the headliner/trim area on the driver side. Get the wires into the fusebox area by the drivers feet area.

Get yourself a fuse add on kit like this..

Amazon.com: Pico 0956PT 10 Amp Mini Fuse Add-A-Circuit Fuse Holder: Automotive

Ideally you'd want to get a "sub-mini" sized one, as thats what the fuses are, but my local pep boys didn't have anything smaller than the "mini" size, however since sub-mini and mini are the same width it will still work.

You'll need one or two of those.. there are 2 power wires on that wire harness. you can take both of those wires into one fuse add on and put it into something like the audio fuse, more of a security thing where the mirror only works when the key is on. Otherwise you can separate the 2 power wires and put one to something that's always on, like the cig lighter maybe.

Then ground that black wire to something, there's metal on the side there next to the fuse panel that you can put a screw into.

Next hit up Courtesy Nissan for the little plastic cover for the wires.
COVER-INSIDE MIRROR - 370Z (Z34) 2009+ :: Nissan Parts, NISMO and Nissan Accessories - Courtesyparts.com

Altogether it cost me around 70 bucks for a homelink mirror, sure beats what Nissan charges for the kit.

Hope this helps.

Nice write up, i have wanted to get one but the cost was not worth it. Now maybe I will reconsider.

pics please?

Thanks for the writeup :tup:

Gentex HomeLink Autodimming Mirrors GNTX-313 and GNTX-453 Series comparison

Gentex 313 / 341 Series Mirror
OEM for 2003 - 2005 model year vehicles

These older style mirrors are still sold through aftermarket retailers using the following model numbers:
50-GENK40, 50-GENK41, 50-GENK42, 50-GENK45, 50-GENK50, 50-GENK60

http://www.wembleysells.com/mirrortech/313s.JPG
http://www.wembleysells.com/mirrortech/313backs.JPG



Gentex 453 Series Mirror
OEM for 2006 and newer vehicles

Recently this series of mirrors have started appearing at some aftermarket retailers using the following model numbers:
50-GENK40A, 50-GENK41A, 50-GENK45A, 50-GENK50A, 50-GENK51A

http://www.wembleysells.com/mirrortech/453s.JPG
http://www.wembleysells.com/mirrortech/453backs.JPG



Looks like the 453 is the sexier way to go for sure. This guy sells on eBay too.

Pricing is definitely higher than some others though.

I'm not familiar with these, can anyone tell me what's so great about them?

1. They have programmable buttons for coding your garage door, gated community remotes, etc.
2. They autodim when some jackass comes up on you with full beams at night. Then undim when he leaves you alone.
3. They have power to them so you can easily tap into them for powering Radar detectors, gps devices, etc. (InvinsiCord)
4. They can have extra features like a built in compass or outside temps. (mine has a compass and tells me what direction I am going, ie N, NE, S.)
5. Bragging rights ;)

I'd really love to understand the thought process behind these Zombie Thread bumps. Care to explain?

Since inquiring minds want to know. I was using the search function on homelink and saw a related question I wanted to answer. :P

That's usually what does it, and boredom. lol

And the only reason I decided to add anything was for people who do use the search function and wondered what Homelink adds. :)

I for one love to bring old threads back to life��

You're such a ****.

Posts new question, gets burned for not using search feature.
Uses search feature, gets burned for reviving old thread.

******* forum people. Bunch of queers.

dere was an informative thread where Mike showed which wires to tap and all.. I didn't need to use an add a circuit.