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gxgn 09-22-2012 02:11 PM
heated mirrors?
 
Hi, does anyone know if you can add the heated mirror function of the BRZ to an FRS? Has anyone seen a tutorial for that?

thanks
G

@Art_Mighty 09-23-2012 02:49 AM
I'm starting to look into it (however I want to do just the mirrors, not the power folding pieces). They would end up connecting to the rear window defogger circuit.

Rayme 10-01-2012 11:54 PM
Mine came with heated mirrors, is it a Canadian model only feature ?

CMOS 10-03-2012 03:25 AM
Heat comes on canadian and BRZ with heated seats, the heated part should be relatively easy, if you're not planing to sell them retail all you need is a tiny heating pad (or any DIY resistor combination that does not exceed a few watts) on the back of the mirror and an on/off switch. I bet replacement glass for the BRZ won't be that expensive either.

Whiteoutjames 10-07-2012 02:17 PM
I have a canadian FR-S and it definitely has Mirror de-frost/fogger

Calum 10-07-2012 03:40 PM
Same here.

My last car was an Impreza 2.5i that 'didn't' come with heated mirrors. When I had the door cards off I plugged the mirror heaters in and they worked perfectly for the four years I had the car. It might be worth looking to see if the plugs are there.

roddy 10-07-2012 06:24 PM
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Originally Posted by Whiteoutjames (Post 481790)
I have a canadian FR-S and it definitely has Mirror de-frost/fogger
Where is the switch?

CMOS 10-07-2012 06:48 PM
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Originally Posted by roddy (Post 482059)
Where is the switch?
No separate switch, my moneys on the rear window defroster, too warm to test.

truenosan 10-09-2012 09:16 PM
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Originally Posted by CMOS (Post 482080)
No separate switch, my moneys on the rear window defroster, too warm to test.
You are correct. There is no separate switch. When you use the rear defroster, the mirrors defrost as well.

chutrain 10-09-2012 09:53 PM
They are actually very fast for the mirrors. Hasn't been cold enough to test how well the seat warmers work in these cars.

roddy 10-09-2012 10:12 PM
Quote:
Originally Posted by CMOS (Post 482080)
No separate switch, my moneys on the rear window defroster, too warm to test.
You are correct. I got to test them out this morning. They work fast on fog, so they should be good for ice too...nice.

gxgn 10-11-2012 10:38 PM
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Originally Posted by roddy (Post 486831)
You are correct. I got to test them out this morning. They work fast on fog, so they should be good for ice too...nice.
calum, chutrain roddy. - can you guys detail on what do I have to do to make it work? Do I need to take the inside door covers and tie some wires?

Thanks
George

chutrain 10-12-2012 12:20 AM
I have the BRZ Limited. I am not sure if the premium model or US Spec FR-S come standard. If it doesn't you should be able to source the heated mirrors and the wiring should be in the door, gauging from how these cars are optioned.

roddy 10-12-2012 07:30 AM
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Originally Posted by gxgn (Post 491592)
calum, chutrain roddy. - can you guys detail on what do I have to do to make it work? Do I need to take the inside door covers and tie some wires?

Thanks
George
In my case they are already hooked up. They turn on with the rear defrost button.


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