Back up camera
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You can economically do an aftermarket rear-view mirror backup camera now.
WhiteXKR is working on a backup cam in the touchscreen but it will be a while before he will have it completed. For details search for "backup camera retrofit". Sorry I couldn't post the link - I'm replying from my cellphone.
Back at my PC now, and here's the link: https://www.jaguarforums.com/forum/x...-models-62443/
WhiteXKR is working on a backup cam in the touchscreen but it will be a while before he will have it completed. For details search for "backup camera retrofit". Sorry I couldn't post the link - I'm replying from my cellphone.
Back at my PC now, and here's the link: https://www.jaguarforums.com/forum/x...-models-62443/
Last edited by Stuart S; 10-28-2013 at 09:56 PM. Reason: Added link
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If you use the aftermarket option, you forfeit your dimming side mirrors.
Vince
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sherbercars (11-15-2013)
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Auto-Dimming Door Mirrors - 2007 Only
Interesting...
The Owners Manual for my 2009 XKR says that the interior rear view mirror is auto-dimming, but says nothing about the door mirrors also being auto-dimming. I was curious and decided to check the manuals for other model years (US Models).
The 2007 X150 Owners Manual says: "Both electrochromic door mirrors are adjusted from the driver's door switchpack." I didn't know what electrochromic meant, so I looked it up. Simply, it means that it is a special type of glass that can change opacity with an electric current. So 2007 models have auto-dimming door mirrors as standard equipment.
I also looked up the online 2008 manual and there was no reference to electrochromic mirrors. Same for 2009 models. I didn't take the time to check later model years.
It appears that Jaguar discontinued auto-dimming door mirrors after 2007.
The Owners Manual for my 2009 XKR says that the interior rear view mirror is auto-dimming, but says nothing about the door mirrors also being auto-dimming. I was curious and decided to check the manuals for other model years (US Models).
The 2007 X150 Owners Manual says: "Both electrochromic door mirrors are adjusted from the driver's door switchpack." I didn't know what electrochromic meant, so I looked it up. Simply, it means that it is a special type of glass that can change opacity with an electric current. So 2007 models have auto-dimming door mirrors as standard equipment.
I also looked up the online 2008 manual and there was no reference to electrochromic mirrors. Same for 2009 models. I didn't take the time to check later model years.
It appears that Jaguar discontinued auto-dimming door mirrors after 2007.
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2009 - Exterior, powerfolding electrochromatic door mirrors, power adjustable and heated with memory function.
2010 - Heated exterior mirrors with electric adjustment, power-folding with auto-powerfold on locking vehicle, auto-dimming and memory function with integrated LED side repeaters and approach lamps
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Mine is a 2008. It does appear that at night, they dim. There are definately wires going into the back of the glass, but I also read in my manual that they are heated too, which is just what I need in the depths of winter here in Phoenix, as it can sometimes even get as cold as to need more than a T shirt :-) I do wish I had AC'd seats instead of heated ones though!!!
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Easiest way to test is to take a piece of black electrical tape and cover the light sensor on the front/forward side of your interior mirror. With this sensor blacked out it forces your mirrors into "full dim".
I actually keep small piece of e-tape stuck near there to use when I have idiots riding my bumper with high beams on. I just quickly cover the sensor for a little extra eye comfort.
Vince
I actually keep small piece of e-tape stuck near there to use when I have idiots riding my bumper with high beams on. I just quickly cover the sensor for a little extra eye comfort.
Vince
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Prior to the 2010 models, we got a single rear fog light, and the other is the backup light. You get told about your "burnt out backup light" all the time.
The 2010+ models got dual rear fogs, and Muddy, help me out here, do you have dual backup lights too?
The 2010+ models got dual rear fogs, and Muddy, help me out here, do you have dual backup lights too?
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