SFCabs

I've seen a few people mention that when their auto dimming mirror broke, that they replaced it with the heated mirror without any issues.

I am looking to order the following part which says non auto dimming.
2098100121

I'm not sure that this is the heated mirror that other's have used? Any idea if it will fit ok other than me tucking the dimming wires out of the way?

Thanks!

Rudeney

Looking in EPC, that appears to be a non-dimming mirror, but I do not see an indicator for it being heated. In fact, I don't see the mention of a heated mirror except in the auto-dimming version (A2308100521).

SFCabs

Would there be an issue with installing the non-dimming mirror? Is the backing plate different than the auto-dimming one?

Rudeney

Nope, no problem - it will just lack the electrical connection, so tape thse leads and secure them to prevent rattles ans shorts.

gaazmon

i replaced my auto dimming one with a euro non-dimming one. worked like a charm. been fine for years. the heated function works too. there was two tabs to connect them. just doesn't have the plug for the auto dimming function. i actually like it better at night since my windows are tinted

Fatz

My windows are also tinted. Hated the auto-dimming at night. I used a peel and stick dot over the sensor. It has been there for a couple years now....

gaazmon

Mine had leaked inside so it was always blurry and with spots int the mirror. Was horrible. Picked up the euro nondimming here from waveterrorist. I love the extra curve at the end. Makes a world of difference

Oh so you put the sticker on the rear view mirror ya? That sounds like a good idea. I'm gonna try it out. My rear is 15 so they're really dark at night.

SFCabs

I received my replacement mirror today and it does seem to be heated. Otherwise, I'm not sure what the two power wires would be for. I tucked the dimming wire into the plastic housing for the dimming connector which isn't there.

This is what I got:
Source: Parts.com
Part #2098100121
Price $63.60

For installation, please refer to Rudeney's post, which makes installation very easy:
https://mbworld.org/forums/clk-class...ml#post6173380