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Lists all components included in the kit for installation, such as the mirror and attachment kit.
Lists necessary tools and consumables like screwdrivers, sockets, and tape for the installation process.
Disconnect battery, note radio codes, and remove map light console and sunvisor holders.
Remove left and right sunvisors and detach the rearview mirror from its holder.
Carefully detach the left front pillar trim by releasing clips and pulling away weatherstrip.
Remove the left front grab rail and dashboard lower cover to access wiring and routing paths.
Route the day/night mirror harness using a steel wire, securing it with tape and EPT sealers.
Connect the 7-pin harness connector to the mirror and route through covers, securing with seals.
Connect the 6-pin harness connector to the fuse box and secure the ground terminal to the bracket.
Verify wiring, reinstall parts, reconnect battery, and reset window auto function and radio presets.
This document outlines the installation procedure for an Automatic Day/Night Mirror with Compass, designed for the 2006 Civic Si. The primary function of this accessory is to enhance driver comfort and safety by automatically adjusting the mirror's reflectivity based on ambient light conditions, thereby reducing glare from headlights of vehicles behind. The integrated compass provides navigational assistance, displaying the vehicle's heading.
The installation process is detailed and requires a range of tools and supplies, including various screwdrivers (Phillips and flat-tip), a T25 Torx bit, a ratchet with a 10 mm socket, isopropyl alcohol, a shop towel, a piece of steel wire, tape, long nose pliers, a small rubber mallet, and a tape measure. These tools are essential for disassembling and reassembling various interior components of the vehicle, ensuring a secure and proper installation of the mirror and its associated wiring harness.
The installation begins with preparatory steps, such as ensuring the anti-theft code for the radio is available and recording preset radio frequencies. This is crucial because the negative cable from the battery must be disconnected, which will reset the radio's memory. Disconnecting the battery's negative cable is a standard safety precaution to prevent electrical shorts or damage during the installation of electrical accessories.
The process involves several steps of interior trim removal. For vehicles equipped with a map light console, the left and right lenses must be carefully removed using a small flat-tip screwdriver, followed by the map light console itself. This involves removing two bolts and unplugging the vehicle's 3-pin connector. If a switch is present, it also needs to be removed by releasing its four retaining tabs and unplugging two vehicle connectors. For vehicles with a moonroof and navigation system, specific instructions are provided for removing the map light console, including bolts and retaining tabs. For other vehicle configurations, the process similarly involves removing two bolts and unplugging the vehicle connector(s).
Next, the sunvisor holders are removed. This is done by pushing a hook with a flat-tip screwdriver, turning the holder 90 degrees, and then pulling it out. The left and right sunvisors themselves are then removed by unscrewing two T25 Torx screws and unplugging their respective vehicle connectors. The existing rearview mirror is detached from its holder by rotating its stay 90 degrees clockwise.
A significant portion of the installation focuses on routing the wiring harness for the new day/night mirror. This involves removing the weatherstrip from the left front pillar and carefully detaching the left front pillar trim. The document provides specific instructions for releasing the clip on the pillar trim, using a small rubber mallet and a shop towel, with different strike points indicated for 2-door and 4-door models to avoid damage. A new clip is then installed on the left front pillar trim.
Further interior disassembly includes lowering the left front grab rail, removing its two caps with a flat-tip screwdriver, and detaching the grab rail from its two clips. If equipped, the driver's dashboard under cover is removed by turning a knob 90 degrees counterclockwise and releasing two clips and a pin. The driver's dashboard lower cover is also removed by releasing eight clips. These steps provide access to the vehicle's wiring and mounting points for the new mirror harness.
The installation of the new mirror involves replacing the original spring with the one provided in the kit. The day/night mirror stay is then slid onto the mirror holder and turned counterclockwise to secure it. The day/night mirror harness is prepared by wrapping an EPT sealer around it at a specified location, 100 mm from the connector end.
Routing the harness is a critical step. A piece of steel wire is taped to the 7-pin connector end of the day/night mirror harness, and this is pulled up and out through the clearance between the left front pillar and the instrument panel. Once routed, the tape and steel wire are removed. The harness is then continuously routed up along the vehicle harness and out from behind the roof liner near the mirror. The harness is secured to the vehicle harness with a wire tie at the green tape.
The 7-pin connector of the day/night mirror harness is plugged into the rear of the new mirror. The harness is measured and routed through the grooves in the upper and lower covers, and the lower cover is attached to the mirror stay. The upper cover is then slid up under the roof liner.
For securing the harness, isopropyl alcohol and a shop towel are used to clean the areas where EPT sealers will attach. Under the roof liner, the day/night mirror harness is secured to the roof panel with four EPT sealers in the specified areas. Additionally, the harness is secured to the vehicle harness with three wire ties in other designated areas.
The electrical connection at the fuse box is detailed. The day/night mirror harness's 6-pin connector is plugged into the 6-pin connector at the fuse box. A note is included for scenarios where another accessory is already plugged into this connector, instructing the installer to remove a dummy connector, disconnect the other accessory harness, and then connect the day/night mirror harness. The ground terminal of the day/night mirror harness is secured with the original ground bolt removed from the vehicle bracket. The harness is further secured to the vehicle harness with four wire ties in the areas shown.
The final steps involve reassembling the vehicle's interior. All wire harnesses are checked for proper routing and connection. The grab rail is reinstalled, ensuring clips and caps are correctly placed. All removed parts are reinstalled, with careful attention to securing clips and fasteners, particularly avoiding pinching the airbag with a clip during the reinstallation of the front pillar trim.
After reassembly, the negative cable is reconnected to the battery. Several post-installation checks and resets are necessary due to the battery disconnection. These include entering the radio's anti-theft code, resetting radio station presets, and resetting the clock. For vehicles with an IMA battery, if the level gauge displays zero segments, the engine must be started and held between 3,500 and 4,000 rpm (in Park or Neutral) until the IMA level gauge displays at least three segments.
A crucial step is to re-enable the driver's window AUTO function, which is disabled when the battery is disconnected. This involves starting the engine, pushing down the driver's window switch until the window is fully open, then pulling up the switch to close the window completely and holding it for 2 seconds or more. This procedure recalibrates the window's auto function.
Finally, the operation of the automatic day/night mirror is checked according to the Owner's Manual supplied with the accessory. This ensures that the mirror correctly adjusts to light conditions and that the compass functions as intended. The entire process emphasizes careful handling of vehicle components and adherence to safety protocols.
General| Horsepower | 197 hp @ 7800 rpm |
|---|---|
| Transmission | 6-speed manual |
| Drivetrain | Front-wheel drive |
| Wheelbase | 104.3 inches |
| Seating Capacity | 5 |
| Length | 174.8 inches |
| Engine | 2.0L I4 |
