Auto dimming mirror

[Paulie68]

Finally got this installed today:

It also displays internal temperature in the corner, (can also show external, but the comfort 2 update has saved me having to wire an external sensor!) can you spot the temperature probe?

If you can't see it, it's in the top card slot, near the left hand side. It does mean I can't use the top slot, but I don't use either anyway! This is the best location for internal temperature, mid height and it doesn't get the sun on it giving a false high reading on sunny days.

Apart from front fog lights, the car is nearly how I want it now

 

[Dave S]

I've had auto dimming rear view mirrors in my last 3 SEATs, and it is something I miss. I didn't know that they were available.

Good work!

 

[KasEV]

@Paulie68,
Hi. Was this a DIY job or a spec tech job. Sound excellent.
Please share all the details.

 

[Paulie68]

@Paulie68,
Hi. Was this a DIY job or a spec tech job. Sound excellent.
Please share all the details.

Hmm... I suppose it depends on your level of ability lol!! It was a simple job for me, but I have extensive auto electrical experience and technical abilities. Might not be for others. It's certainly not an off the shelf solution, you need to source the correct adapter to mate the new mirror to the original mount, modify the sensor array cover to accommodate the wiring, then run the wiring across under the head lining and down under the A pillar trim. A suitable +12v positive that's only on when the car is powered up can be taken from the loom feeding the mirror control switch. Annoyingly, there is no suitable +12v to be had under the interior light/sunroof control panel.

If anyone wants to do this, drop me a line and I'll point you to the right parts and advise on which wires you need to tap into.

 

[Chrispydoc]

Not a job for me then!! Well done on sorting it out, I admire your technical skill.

I did manage to install my dash-cam though....I have to admit....it was via a USB plug...not hard wired, but it works fine fine.

 

[KasEV]

@Paulie68 and @Chrispydoc,
You guys are far far ahead of me technically. You are doing an excellent job.
I am tempted to have a go at a few add ons but my wife has warned me in the strictest of terms not to attempt any DIY on the ZS EV so I am having to keep things are they are for now.

 

[Printer Man]

You may be lucky and get to drive it occasionally, my wife has taken over sole ownership since we got our ZS 2 weeks ago, I think she is in love

 

[KasEV]

@Printer,
I agree with you. Our Ladies are truly in love with the ZS EV. ??

 

[Tbuaron]

Hi, can you share the link for the mirror?

 

[Paulie68]

Hi, can you share the link for the mirror?

I bought my mirror from a Chinese ebay seller, no longer selling there, but there are many available on Aliexpress. Here is one example:

US $47.5 20% OFF|GreenYi Auto Dimming Rear View Mirror Monitor with Original Special Bracket Safer Driving for Toyota VW Renault Kia Hyundai|auto dim rear view|interior mirrorauto dimming - AliExpress
Smarter Shopping, Better Living! Aliexpress.com

www.aliexpress.com

Make sure whichever you buy has a bracket mount as shown in picture 3 in the above listing!

You then need one of these so you can use the original mirror bracket:

US $8.0 |ANSHILONG Universal Ball Connector Bracket Holder for Car Interior Rearview Mirror|DVR Holders| - AliExpress
Smarter Shopping, Better Living! Aliexpress.com

www.aliexpress.com

Note! None of the bracket options that come with the new mirror will work, they all put the mirror in the wrong place on the windscreen, you have to use the original mirror bracket with this adapter!

Hope this helps.

Paul

 

[Stormgrey]

I bought my mirror from a Chinese ebay seller, no longer selling there, but there are many available on Aliexpress. Here is one example:

US $47.5 20% OFF|GreenYi Auto Dimming Rear View Mirror Monitor with Original Special Bracket Safer Driving for Toyota VW Renault Kia Hyundai|auto dim rear view|interior mirrorauto dimming - AliExpress
Smarter Shopping, Better Living! Aliexpress.com

www.aliexpress.com

Make sure whichever you buy has a bracket mount as shown in picture 3 in the above listing!

You then need one of these so you can use the original mirror bracket:

US $8.0 |ANSHILONG Universal Ball Connector Bracket Holder for Car Interior Rearview Mirror|DVR Holders| - AliExpress
Smarter Shopping, Better Living! Aliexpress.com

www.aliexpress.com

Note! None of the bracket options that come with the new mirror will work, they all put the mirror in the wrong place on the windscreen, you have to use the original mirror bracket with this adapter!

Hope this helps.

Paul

Hi please could you confirm which bracket bracket option, the item asks you to select 3 x 3cm or 2.16 x 1.75cm , many thanks

 

[Tbuaron]

Hi Stormgray,
You cannot find mirror with 4 screws anymore, only this type.

so you will need the exact type of mount.
I wanted to use the original mount and change the ball adaptor, unfortunately all the sellers are selling the new type of mirror.

Hi please could you confirm which bracket bracket option, the item asks you to select 3 x 3cm or 2.16 x 1.75cm , many thanks

 

[a6taxipl]

Been thinking about it, but after windows tint my rear view mirror is dimmed all the time ?.
Good job by the way.

 

[Stormgrey]

Hmm... I suppose it depends on your level of ability lol!! It was a simple job for me, but I have extensive auto electrical experience and technical abilities. Might not be for others. It's certainly not an off the shelf solution, you need to source the correct adapter to mate the new mirror to the original mount, modify the sensor array cover to accommodate the wiring, then run the wiring across under the head lining and down under the A pillar trim. A suitable +12v positive that's only on when the car is powered up can be taken from the loom feeding the mirror control switch. Annoyingly, there is no suitable +12v to be had under the interior light/sunroof control panel.

If anyone wants to do this, drop me a line and I'll point you to the right parts and advise on which wires you need to tap into.

What method did you use to remove the factory MG ZS EV original interior mirror, a guy on the Internet shoes wiggling it side to side and sliding it down towards the base of the windscreen, I cannot see any locking grub screws or Allen keys?

 

[Paulie68]

What method did you use to remove the factory MG ZS EV original interior mirror, a guy on the Internet shoes wiggling it side to side and sliding it down towards the base of the windscreen, I cannot see any locking grub screws or Allen keys?

That's exactly how you remove it. Be careful it will probably be tight.

 

[Tbuaron]

This is the original bracket of the mirror, it is only spring, you don't need any tools.

 

[Tbuaron]

Finaly fitted the auto dimming mirror with the original bracket.

 

[Stormgrey]

I can't shift my original mirror, wriggling it from side to side and towards the screen IT WILL NOT BUDGE

 

[Tbuaron]

I can't shift my original mirror, wriggling it from side to side and towards the screen IT WILL NOT BUDGE

You need to slide it down on the windshield.

 

[Stormgrey]

You need to slide it down on the windshield.View attachment 2769

Yes I understand that, BUT I cannot get mine to budge ?