I am being given a new (Gentex) rear-view mirror with compass and outside temp
displays. It will use the existing mirror-mount. My question: Do all XJs'
wiring included a feed to where an optional overhead console would attach?
That is, I'm hoping to be able to locate and adapt any existing wires near the
mirror head.

Thanks in advance for your info. This group is great.

Jim
Grand Rapids, MI
'98 XJ

 

Jjsegr did pass the time by typing:
> I am being given a new (Gentex) rear-view mirror with compass and outside temp
> displays. It will use the existing mirror-mount. My question: Do all XJs'
> wiring included a feed to where an optional overhead console would attach?
> That is, I'm hoping to be able to locate and adapt any existing wires near the
> mirror head.
>
> Thanks in advance for your info. This group is great.

Dunno about the XJ, but the ZJ did. I haven't found a vehicle yet that
didn't share a basic harness between models.

That being said, watch for dimmed power lines (dash lamp fed). Put a volt
meter on the power lines and vary the dash illumination.

If you need to run your own power I've found that thin speaker wire makes
a great power lead. You can run ground and power in one throw or run
power and dash illumination then use a chassis ground. Don't forget fuses
for any power run.

--
DougW

 

Jjsegr did pass the time by typing:
> I am being given a new (Gentex) rear-view mirror with compass and outside temp
> displays. It will use the existing mirror-mount. My question: Do all XJs'
> wiring included a feed to where an optional overhead console would attach?
> That is, I'm hoping to be able to locate and adapt any existing wires near the
> mirror head.
>
> Thanks in advance for your info. This group is great.

Dunno about the XJ, but the ZJ did. I haven't found a vehicle yet that
didn't share a basic harness between models.

That being said, watch for dimmed power lines (dash lamp fed). Put a volt
meter on the power lines and vary the dash illumination.

If you need to run your own power I've found that thin speaker wire makes
a great power lead. You can run ground and power in one throw or run
power and dash illumination then use a chassis ground. Don't forget fuses
for any power run.

--
DougW

 

Jjsegr did pass the time by typing:
> I am being given a new (Gentex) rear-view mirror with compass and outside temp
> displays. It will use the existing mirror-mount. My question: Do all XJs'
> wiring included a feed to where an optional overhead console would attach?
> That is, I'm hoping to be able to locate and adapt any existing wires near the
> mirror head.
>
> Thanks in advance for your info. This group is great.

Dunno about the XJ, but the ZJ did. I haven't found a vehicle yet that
didn't share a basic harness between models.

That being said, watch for dimmed power lines (dash lamp fed). Put a volt
meter on the power lines and vary the dash illumination.

If you need to run your own power I've found that thin speaker wire makes
a great power lead. You can run ground and power in one throw or run
power and dash illumination then use a chassis ground. Don't forget fuses
for any power run.

--
DougW

 

Thanks, Doug.

I received the part kit today and it came complete with wiring harnesses,
instructions, and leads for the temp sensor. So, if I must, I can just run the
wires all the way. I just thought that it might be more sanitary to use
existing wires, if they're there.

By the way, my source has access to more (auto-dim, outside temp, compass)
mirror kits, in case anyone is interested, e-mail me and I can give you his
e-mail. I'm not into this for any profit, myself.

Jim

 

Thanks, Doug.

I received the part kit today and it came complete with wiring harnesses,
instructions, and leads for the temp sensor. So, if I must, I can just run the
wires all the way. I just thought that it might be more sanitary to use
existing wires, if they're there.

By the way, my source has access to more (auto-dim, outside temp, compass)
mirror kits, in case anyone is interested, e-mail me and I can give you his
e-mail. I'm not into this for any profit, myself.

Jim

 

Thanks, Doug.

I received the part kit today and it came complete with wiring harnesses,
instructions, and leads for the temp sensor. So, if I must, I can just run the
wires all the way. I just thought that it might be more sanitary to use
existing wires, if they're there.

By the way, my source has access to more (auto-dim, outside temp, compass)
mirror kits, in case anyone is interested, e-mail me and I can give you his
e-mail. I'm not into this for any profit, myself.

Jim

 

I installed the mirror, this evening. Thanks for the replies. It works fine.

 

I installed the mirror, this evening. Thanks for the replies. It works fine.

 

I installed the mirror, this evening. Thanks for the replies. It works fine.