Auto-dimming Mirror
October-1st-2002, 11:18 AM
#2
Protege Newbie
Join Date: Jul 2002
Location: Occoquan, VA
Posts: 21
I installed the auto-dimming mirror (identical part to the Protege, as it includes instructions for installation for three different models) and it cost about $260 at Performace Buyers Club, installed. My 2002.5 P5 came with the mirror already on the car, and I think it added about $200 to the invoice. I obviously like the mirror very much...
October-1st-2002, 01:16 PM
#4
Demands Perfection
Join Date: Jan 2002
Posts: 344
I've Got It
I went out and just bought the Mazda OEM electrochromatic rear view mirror and installed it myself. Cost me around $260 U.S., and it's the model that includes a compass and outside temperature reading-- It's really cool, and works very well at dimming trailing cars' headlights at night. About my only complaint is the display is in green which doesn't match the amber instrument cluster in my ES...
Indeed, if you haven't one in your car I recommend them!
Indeed, if you haven't one in your car I recommend them!
October-1st-2002, 04:53 PM
#6
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Join Date: Aug 2002
Location: Winslow Twp, NJ USA
Posts: 16
Every vehicle I've ever owned has had one and I'm so used to the compass and temperature that I find not having it annoying. The sales guys told me that they didn't think that Mazda offered it as an aftermarket part but the Service guys had a different opinion. For 250 installed I'm going to get it - just so I don't have to flip the stupid thing over at night.
The only really annoying thing about them is that they aren't adjustable as to how much light makes them dim - I used to drive a '92 TBird which had the adjustment, and none of the newer ones seem to have this.
The only really annoying thing about them is that they aren't adjustable as to how much light makes them dim - I used to drive a '92 TBird which had the adjustment, and none of the newer ones seem to have this.
October-1st-2002, 07:26 PM
#7
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Join Date: Jul 2002
Location: Atlanta, GA
Posts: 25
I have one in my car as well, and I don't seem to have a problem with it dimming needlessly. I have to agree that it would have been nice if the display was amber to match the dash, but I don't notice it anymore unless I think about it.
I find it a useful tool when travelling. On the highway, the thermometer is fairly accurate, but creeps a little on the high side when in traffic. The compass, however, is spot on, and it helps to know the general direction you are heading when you're trying to find your way back after getting lost in an unfamiliar town.
I find it a useful tool when travelling. On the highway, the thermometer is fairly accurate, but creeps a little on the high side when in traffic. The compass, however, is spot on, and it helps to know the general direction you are heading when you're trying to find your way back after getting lost in an unfamiliar town.
October-1st-2002, 09:51 PM
#8
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Join Date: Sep 2002
Location: Sierra foothills, California
Posts: 56
I ordered the mirror a week after taking delivery on the car. When I took it in for the install the tech told me none of the Mazda wiring for the optional mirror was in place. He said 4 hrs. labor, and hacking into a few wire bundles would be necessary for the install. I cancelled, and sent the mirror back. I'd like to have had the option, but rather, the GM version with the green led display in the mirror itself rather than along the bottom edge. I'm checking www.mitocorp.com for the style I like (Genk20)
October-2nd-2002, 02:21 PM
#9
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Join Date: Sep 2002
Location: Calgary AB
Posts: 11
Originally posted by Vetteman
I ordered the mirror a week after taking delivery on the car. When I took it in for the install the tech told me none of the Mazda wiring for the optional mirror was in place. He said 4 hrs. labor, and hacking into a few wire bundles would be necessary for the install. I cancelled, and sent the mirror back. I'd like to have had the option, but rather, the GM version with the green led display in the mirror itself rather than along the bottom edge. I'm checking www.mitocorp.com for the style I like (Genk20)
I ordered the mirror a week after taking delivery on the car. When I took it in for the install the tech told me none of the Mazda wiring for the optional mirror was in place. He said 4 hrs. labor, and hacking into a few wire bundles would be necessary for the install. I cancelled, and sent the mirror back. I'd like to have had the option, but rather, the GM version with the green led display in the mirror itself rather than along the bottom edge. I'm checking www.mitocorp.com for the style I like (Genk20)
You could easily put it in yourself.
October-3rd-2002, 04:57 AM
#10
Always Flippin The Game
Join Date: Nov 2001
Location: DFW, Texas
Posts: 558
Re: I've Got It
Originally posted by ProtegeMaster
I went out and just bought the Mazda OEM electrochromatic rear view mirror and installed it myself. Cost me around $260 U.S., and it's the model that includes a compass and outside temperature reading-- It's really cool, and works very well at dimming trailing cars' headlights at night. About my only complaint is the display is in green which doesn't match the amber instrument cluster in my ES...
Indeed, if you haven't one in your car I recommend them!
I went out and just bought the Mazda OEM electrochromatic rear view mirror and installed it myself. Cost me around $260 U.S., and it's the model that includes a compass and outside temperature reading-- It's really cool, and works very well at dimming trailing cars' headlights at night. About my only complaint is the display is in green which doesn't match the amber instrument cluster in my ES...
Indeed, if you haven't one in your car I recommend them!
Mazdastuff.com
Go to the 2002 accesories for the Protege. It works great! I installed it in about 30 minutes. The dimming feature is hard to live without now. I drive to work at night, and bright *** headlights on my *** from angry drivers does not phase me at all! It just dims right out. The compass has managed to keep me on track on many occations. Nothing like an accurate (when moving) temp reading.
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October-3rd-2002, 05:01 AM
#11
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Join Date: Nov 2001
Location: DFW, Texas
Posts: 558
Originally posted by Vetteman
I ordered the mirror a week after taking delivery on the car. When I took it in for the install the tech told me none of the Mazda wiring for the optional mirror was in place. He said 4 hrs. labor, and hacking into a few wire bundles would be necessary for the install. I cancelled, and sent the mirror back. I'd like to have had the option, but rather, the GM version with the green led display in the mirror itself rather than along the bottom edge. I'm checking www.mitocorp.com for the style I like (Genk20)
I ordered the mirror a week after taking delivery on the car. When I took it in for the install the tech told me none of the Mazda wiring for the optional mirror was in place. He said 4 hrs. labor, and hacking into a few wire bundles would be necessary for the install. I cancelled, and sent the mirror back. I'd like to have had the option, but rather, the GM version with the green led display in the mirror itself rather than along the bottom edge. I'm checking www.mitocorp.com for the style I like (Genk20)
October-3rd-2002, 03:19 PM
#12
Registered User
Join Date: Jun 2002
Location: Ohio
Posts: 426
Is there a difference between the auto mirrors for the protege and p5. At www.mazdastuff.com the p5 mirror is $9 less. I am thinking about getting one and want to see if getting it from mazdastuff will be cheaper than my dealer.
If I get it from mazdastuff I think the shipping might be high. My dealer usually marks up stuff a bit because of shipping but I also get 10% off at the dealer.
If I get it from mazdastuff I think the shipping might be high. My dealer usually marks up stuff a bit because of shipping but I also get 10% off at the dealer.
October-3rd-2002, 08:54 PM
#13
Protege Newbie
Join Date: Jul 2002
Location: Occoquan, VA
Posts: 21
No, they are the same mirror. The instructions that come with the mirror show instructions for installation into a Protege, MPV, and Miata. There is no difference between a Protege sedan and a P-5 as far as the mirror is concerned.
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