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Old Jan 3, 2007 | 01:22 AM
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How to Disable the Auto-Dimmer

Hey, this is my first post, and i own a 2003 clk320. I was wondering if the auto-dimmer for the rear view mirror can be disabled... or even unplugged


any help would be appreciatted.
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Old Jan 6, 2007 | 01:34 PM
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Disconnecting the power might do it (though not sure what state it goes to when not powered). Alternatively, it operates off a photoelectric cell in the top corner - you could try simply covering this with a small circle of tape.
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Old Jan 6, 2007 | 01:59 PM
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the question i would have is if i disconnect the power, will the garage door openers still function properly?
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Old Jan 11, 2007 | 02:34 PM
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heh, electric tape is working well, thank you so much for your feedback!
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why would you want autodimming off? It is such a great feature.
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Old Jan 12, 2007 | 11:46 PM
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why would you want autodimming off? It is such a great feature.
because i like to see what cars are behind me... auto dimmers are something i cannot stand. just the other night, there was a cop behind me, and i didnt know it because i couldnt make out the headlights. fortunatly, the cop didnt pull me over
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