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2020+ Rear view mirror cover removal for 12v power

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Old 10-22-22, 09:37 PM
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Smile Using the 4 runner plug

Originally Posted by ICSFSEDoD
Weird, I ordered the Dongar adapter from Amazon and it arrives in a couple of days.
FYI I just bought the 2020+ version (since the other plug for the Lexus is out of stock) of the 4 runner plug to use on the 2023 gx 460 and it was plug and play. https://dongar.tech/products/2020-4runner
Old 10-23-22, 09:05 AM
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Originally Posted by tendo
FYI I just bought the 2020+ version (since the other plug for the Lexus is out of stock) of the 4 runner plug to use on the 2023 gx 460 and it was plug and play. https://dongar.tech/products/2020-4runner
I just ordered one, will let y’all know if it works on my 2022 Premium GX
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Update, The 4Runner plug fits, I didn’t take off the bottom cover. I just plugged in the adapter and tucked everything in place.


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Old 06-16-23, 05:10 AM
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Appreciate your instructions, I was having trouble getting the covers off and this worked perfectly. Had my adapter installed and back together in 10 minutes.
Old 08-26-23, 01:29 AM
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Amazed at the level of detail and proficiency shown in many of the replies. Also the time and effort people take to share them, without recompense. Kudos to you all!

Can’t help but wonder why Lexus doesn’t simply place two small holes on the back of the mirror for +/- 12V output, then take the same tap kit they could probably buy for 50¢, label it "Lexus Certified", sell it for $28.95, and make everyone happy?
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Use code DONGLE2023 for 10% off.

Just ordered one for myself.
Old 09-25-23, 02:02 PM
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Hi, Edward here. Trying to find mirror tap wire location & color code for radar Detector install. I can get to all the wire, just cant figure it out. 23 IS 350 F Sport with rain sensor & cameral & all safety goodies. Thanks for any help.
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Default Another tool for GX rearview mirror cover removal


I have found that this tool with the hook at the end is a better option to remove the cover piece since it's much easier to get up into the cover to unclip the upper portion. This is from the Rigor Non marring pick and pry bar set (6 pieces). I show the other tool as that is what I needed to hold all the "guts" in place above the mirror mount when clipping the smaller cover piece back in place.
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Old 01-24-24, 09:05 PM
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The rain sensor also has 12V supply. It powers on with ignition and powers off when the ignition is off, if that works for you guys. I have it wire tapped for radar detector power. Much easier to remove the rain sensor cover, and tap the harness.
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