Installing Ford's HomeLink in a XLT.

[parkerdog]

Oh gotcha, I missed that. Seems like there's still some in stock here

https://www.wholesalekiaparts.com/o...g-mirror-with-homelink-and-compass-2t062adu01
And here
https://www.kiapartsaccessories.com...g-mirror-with-homelink-and-compass-2t062adu01

Says out of stock for me . Maybe phone.

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[parkerdog]

Says out of stock for me . Maybe phone.

Second one worked ordered. Thanks!

 

[parkerdog]

So much for that order. Just received an email that my order was cancelled. I called to see why and the guy said it is on national back order with no eta.

 

[creamyone]

Gentex homelink V5 from bob's automotive mirrors.

 

[StoneGray22]

Gentex homelink V5 from bob's automotive mirrors.

You happen to remember how many pins are in the connector? Also, any idea where the compass information comes from? Is it built into the mirror or coming through one of the pins in the connector from the truck's compass/computer info? Thanks!

 

[creamyone]

I think the compass information is in the mirror because when i hooked mine up i had to drive in circles to calibrate it. Here is a link and one of the pictures it shows the adapter.(not sure if thats what you are looking for)

 

[poomobile]

So...I installed the KIA mirror to my 2021 F150 XLT and ran into a few issues. 1) The homelink still works with the truck off. This is a security problem. I am guessing I may be able to wire both power wires to the switched wire but haven't tried yet. 2) I noticed that my driver side mirror no longer dims. My factory rearview mirror did have the auto dimming feature. I am guessing that the factory rear view mirror controlled the side one too. I may have to go back to the factory mirror....

 

[poomobile]

Was just thinking…maybe I never had the side dimming mirrors? I’m not sure. Xlt with 302a

 

[parkerdog]

You can see it faintly around the edges if you do. My 15 xlt sport had them but I don't know what level because I bought it used. My 22 xlt 301a doesn't have but it would have been nice if it did. I would think it would say on the window sticker.

 

[poomobile]

The window sticker doesn’t even show that it has a dimmable rear view mirror so I’m not sure.

 

[parkerdog]

And Ford's not really a help when it comes to anything. There is so much misinformation on their websites makes you wonder how they get by.

 

[creamyone]

So...I installed the KIA mirror to my 2021 F150 XLT and ran into a few issues. 1) The homelink still works with the truck off. This is a security problem. I am guessing I may be able to wire both power wires to the switched wire but haven't tried yet. 2) I noticed that my driver side mirror no longer dims. My factory rearview mirror did have the auto dimming feature. I am guessing that the factory rear view mirror controlled the side one too. I may have to go back to the factory mirror....

1)The kit i got from bobs comes with a adapter to make it plug and play. Maybe the adapter has something to do with it working and not working when the truck is off or on. My homelink does not work if the truck is off. Pretty much when the light is on on the mirror homelink works. Check and see if you have the correct 12v source. if its always on or on with key. 2) I never knew these two things were connected. I never really knew the sides dim. Everybody's lights blind me at night no matter what. I'll have to pay attention to this. So if are truck came with auto dim rearview the sides should be auto dim also?

 

[Kanuck]

Was just thinking…maybe I never had the side dimming mirrors? I’m not sure. Xlt with 302a

I don't think they do...mine don't seem too.

 

[Kanuck]

So...I installed the KIA mirror to my 2021 F150 XLT and ran into a few issues. 1) The homelink still works with the truck off. This is a security problem. I am guessing I may be able to wire both power wires to the switched wire but haven't tried yet. 2) I noticed that my driver side mirror no longer dims. My factory rearview mirror did have the auto dimming feature. I am guessing that the factory rear view mirror controlled the side one too. I may have to go back to the factory mirror....

With it working with the truck off is no different than having a remote clipped onto the visor.

 

[poomobile]

Exactly. I’m going to take it apart again tonight and hook the two power wires to the switched power and see what happens. Still need to check if I have dimming side mirrors as well

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