CIPA 36500 Wedge Base Auto Dimming Rearview Mirror with Compass, Temperature and Map Light

by CIPA

Product Features

• Add the convenience of auto dimming to reduce glare from headlight of vehicles approaching from behind
• Installation is easy--attaches to existing button (new button also included)
• Dual map lights provide downward illumination that won't interfere with driver's vision
• Features a digital compass, temperature readout, and dual map lights
• "Ice Warning" flashes when outside temperature drops below freezing

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 10 x 6 x 6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.8 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B00029WSX6
• Item model number: 36500
• Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (29 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,900 in Automotive (See Top 100 in Automotive)
  • #16 in Automotive > Paint, Body & Trim > Body > Exterior Mirrors
  • #28 in Automotive > Exterior Accessories > Mirrors

Product Description

From the Manufacturer

CIPA-USA is pleased to introduce our new line of Auto Dimming interior rear view mirrors. Leading the way in next generation out products, these mirrors sense ambient light and glare from behind, and reduce annoying glare from bright lights. With built-in features such as a compass, temperature indicator, and map lights, you have the option of customizing your mirror to containing only the features you need. Also available in camlock mount for imports.

Product Description

CIPA's Auto Dimming Rearview Mirror with Compass, Temperature, and Map Lights provides the perfect solution to annoying headlight glare at night. Sensors react to bright lights and dim the mirror glass for comfort and safety. It also offers a disable button for when dimming is unwanted. Additional features include a digital compass, temperature readout, and dual map lights. The compass features a bright LED display, and is self-calibrating. The temperature feature displays outside ambient temperature, and can be programmed to display in F or C. The map light feature provides that extra bit of light just where you need it. First time installations will require routing a power and sensor wire. Vehicles with an existing auto-dimming mirror and a 7 pin connector can plug directly in. Otherwise, the wires can be tapped using the wire tap provided. Mirror is 10" long by 2.5" tall, and is a wedge base mounting mirror. This kit includes a mirror, 6.5 ft. power wire harness, wire tap, 9 wire ties, temperature sensor, 14 ft. temperature sensor wire, operation card, wedge button, and instructions. Mirror mounting epoxy not included. Hint: a camlock mount mirror is commonly found on imported vehicles and is removed by turning the mirror 90 degrees, then pulling down. A wedge mount mirror is commonly found on domestic vehicles and is removed by loosening a small screw and pushing the mirror up toward the roof. Camlock-mount Auto Dimming Rearview Mirrors with the same features are also available (part number 36501). Made in the USA and FMVSS approved under section 571.111 of Standard No. 111. Note: We do not recommend installing these mirrors if your vehicle has airbag sensors in the headliner, if your vehicle is equipped with OnStar, or if your vehicle is a hybrid model. Installation of this mirror may disable or damage certain components which are critical to the safety features installed on your vehicle. Check with your vehicle manufacturer for more information.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

17 of 17 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars auto dim/compass/temper.. mirror, May 28, 2008

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L. Paul (Joliet, Il.) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: CIPA 36500 Wedge Base Auto Dimming Rearview Mirror with Compass, Temperature and Map Light (Automotive)

The mirror is well made and functions just as advertised. Installation , though advertised easy, was more involved than some may want to get into. I installed it in my 2003 Chevy truck and didn't run into too many problems, but running wires up the windshield post might be a trick in many vehicles. Particularly those vehicles with side curtain air bags located in the windshield post trim, something the instructions don't warn you about.

14 of 15 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent Product!, January 28, 2007

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C. Crawford "- Crawford -" (Pittsburgh, PA USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: CIPA 36500 Wedge Base Auto Dimming Rearview Mirror with Compass, Temperature and Map Light (Automotive)

If you are looking for a rear-view mirror that has EVERYTHING, the Cipa 36500 is the way to go. After installing the mirror, everything is working perfectly. The map lights give you a nice LED lighting, the autodim works wonderful magic at night blocking highbeams from entering your eyes while driving, and the compass and temp display is easy to read and a terrific option to have to alert you right now for ice during this winter season. I strongly recommend getting yourself one! :)

8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Great Compass/Temp Mirror, January 19, 2009

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jmfixitman - See all my reviews

This review is from: CIPA 36500 Wedge Base Auto Dimming Rearview Mirror with Compass, Temperature and Map Light (Automotive)

This is a great product with awesome features. It is quality made and was easy to install. I would have gave it 5 stars if it was a little wider a mirror. I installed it in an 2008 F250 Superduty truck and the mirror is about an inch narrower than the factory one, which gives quite a bit less of a rear view. In a car or SUV you most liely would never notice. Other than that it is a great well built product.