DIY: Automatic Mirror Retraction

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Oct 21, 2004

civices8353

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DIY: Automatic Mirror Retraction

Well, for those who have a retractable mirror, as you know you have to push the button to close and open the mirror. I just got this idea from a Lexus LS 430 which have a auto retract system that close the mirror when you turn off the ignition and open itself when you start your car. So I develop the cirucuit which is easy to construct and work just like the lexus. I have the vdo clip to show but the size is too big to upload. so I will up load the circuit diagram instead. If anyone like to see it I can send it to you via e-mail.

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Oct 21, 2004

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Stuffs you need:

2x 5 pin 12v relay (at least 10 A) which have NC, NO
1x 2 source selection switch like a 2 ON and 1 off switch
1x fuse holder
1x 10A fuse
1x Diaoad anything that can handle at least 12 v and 10 A would do(optional)
1x 100 uf Capacitor (optional)
Wires

Tools need:
Soldering kits
drill
+ screw driver
a scissor or anything you can peal off a wire
Electro tape

Oct 21, 2004

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damn, nice post... can you email to j_houghes@yahoo.com. thanks man

Oct 21, 2004

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This is the selector switch to select between the Original button and the auto system, I hide it there as I don't want to show but still want easy acess

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Oct 21, 2004

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send it noooorb@gmail.com and i'll post it on my webserver for all.

Oct 21, 2004

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which civic comes with electronic mirror retraction?

Oct 21, 2004

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Most 7th Gen around the world has it.

Oct 21, 2004

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Most 7th Gen around the world has it.

really? i have a US Spec EX and i don't have it

Oct 21, 2004

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I have a hybrid and I don't have it.

Oct 21, 2004

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question is, where can we buy these motorized mirrors and how much?

Oct 21, 2004

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i have 03 ex coupe auto. US model. i dont have it =\

Oct 22, 2004

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Does WinnerPl upload my VDO CLip on the server yet? So that we'all can see it and have a better idea what I am talking about.

Some of my friend in Thailand have the US mirror too, as he want to be cool and not many of us in Thailand have it, so I can understand what y'all mean. Maybe you can get it from a 2nd hand japanese parts shop or something. I am not sure.

Oct 22, 2004

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Soon I will be posting a DIY: AUTOMATIC light switch, the headlight will be on and off base of the lighting condition

Oct 22, 2004

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http://www.hotoc.com/mvi_3934.avi

right-click, save as

Oct 22, 2004

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Whoa I've totally never seen that. Hey, dude, I think honda put your steering wheel on the wrong side of your car

I really want mirrors that do that!!!!

Oct 22, 2004

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WHOA. That's pretty sweet.

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wow...nice....

i want euro mirrors now

Oct 22, 2004

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nice.

Oct 22, 2004

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That's really sweet.
GETS the Best.

Oct 23, 2004

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GETS go inter now
fighto !! dude

Oct 24, 2004

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man I park downtown everyday, I really really need power folding mirrors, I know im going to come back to my car one day and find my new shaved mirror

Oct 24, 2004

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ALL RIGHT ALL RIGHT... now that i just found the FATTEST DIY EVER... well not ever but close... i need directions... what do i do with all these parts and tools.. plz..

thx for the great DIY...