[Kiernangs]

I exclusively run in ECO mode. So I just don't know.

Fair enough!

I mostly do as well, but occasionally popping into sport mode when the roads are super twisty (or super windy) has been helpful. Give it at try!

 

[majorgearhead]

I got my Homelink mirror today. it came with programming instructions, a spare? cable, and some cable ties:

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The installation is exactly the same as the Golf R video, the only difference is the plastic housing:

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It comes off in two pieces, first you need to remove the lower piece, I started with a guitar pick to pry it apart, but as Swimrwo says you can just use your hands to remove it.

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That leaves the upper portion of the housing, and you remove it the same way, from the top pull down and a bit towards the front of the dash dashboard

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Then kind of wiggle it around the mirror to remove.

Twist the mirror holder firmly counter clockwise (it's in there solidly), until it unclicks, and pull down.

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The connector is in there solidly as well, I had to hold it with vise grips to pull it apart, if you have a stronger grip you could probably pull them apart by hand.

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Then reverse all the steps with the new mirror, power up the car, use the instructions for programming your remote, and drive around the block to calibrate the compass:

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Great work here. I used to work on audio systems in cars so I feel confident doing this myself as well especially armed with your well written tips. One question for you though, was there any Vehicle feature coding or adapting need for this to work?

 

[bottyguy]

One question for you though, was there any Vehicle feature coding or adapting need for this to work?

Nope, you just snap it on and plug it in and it works.

 

[ixlr08]

One question for you though, was there any Vehicle feature coding or adapting need for this to work?

Unfortunately at this point there is no way to do any "coding or adapting" to the ID.4. From everything I have read, VW has managed to lock this down pretty tightly on the ID.4 and all 2021 and newer cars.

 

[BlueDH]

Unfortunately at this point there is no way to do any "coding or adapting" to the ID.4. From everything I have read, VW has managed to lock this down pretty tightly on the ID.4 and all 2021 and newer cars.

Because they are responsible for the safety of the ID4. Think if you messed up ACC or travel lane assist or one pedal driving.
Like most new cars there's a flight (drive) recorder in a chip in the car. They are watching us.

 

[majorgearhead]

Just installed the homelink mirror. Was able to do it all without tools. Thanks for the great directions bottguy.

 

[theboomr]

Because they are responsible for the safety of the ID4. Think if you messed up ACC or travel lane assist or one pedal driving.
Like most new cars there's a flight (drive) recorder in a chip in the car. They are watching us.

Meh, the coding is totally accessible on my 2017 Alltrack which includes the same kinds of systems to be messed with. It's not like your average customer would have any idea that this kind of modification of the system is possible, let alone what tools (hardware or software) are even necessary to be able to do it. I think it's pretty disappointing that VW has locked it down.

 

[RocketVol]

Meh, the coding is totally accessible on my 2017 Alltrack which includes the same kinds of systems to be messed with. It's not like your average customer would have any idea that this kind of modification of the system is possible, let alone what tools (hardware or software) are even necessary to be able to do it. I think it's pretty disappointing that VW has locked it down.

I think this is more to drive business to dealer's service bays under the guise of "systems security" (but I am usually cynical about motives when things like this come up). I know that security is going to be more and more important as cars become more connected and the possibility for folks to do bad things is going to grow, but this is a great opportunity for them to force all repair business to dealer service. I think Massachusetts just amplified their "right to repair" laws to try to push back on this type of thing, and am hoping that things change soon

 

[BlueDH]

Just noticed that when you're in D/B the noise maker comes from the front. When in R it comes from the back🙃.

 

[theboomr]

Just noticed that when you're in D/B the noise maker comes from the front. When in R it comes from the back[emoji854].

Hey that's pretty cool! I don't think my 2017 Bolt did that, the pedestrian sound was always the same.

 

[theruleslawyer]

I can't believe this doesn't come with a homelink mirror. That's insane on a 40-50k car.

 

[TPG]

I can't believe this doesn't come with a homelink mirror. That's insane on a 40-50k car.

That's not insane, that's VW! 😃

 

[roflson365]

I can't believe this doesn't come with a homelink mirror. That's insane on a 40-50k car.

It's surprising. I think there is product differentiation with Audi happening.

Not standard on a Model 3 either tbf

 

[dtaldridge]

It's surprising. I think there is product differentiation with Audi happening.

Not standard on a Model 3 either tbf

It used to be standard on the Model 3. I love mine, I pull up to the door and it opens, I pull out of the driveway, it closes. I'll settle for the homelink mirror as long as I can get it at a decent price, but I feel like it should have been included. My 2013 Chevy Volt has homelink for crying out loud, lol.

 

[ericy]

It used to be standard on the Model 3. I love mine, I pull up to the door and it opens, I pull out of the driveway, it closes. I'll settle for the homelink mirror as long as I can get it at a decent price, but I feel like it should have been included. My 2013 Chevy Volt has homelink for crying out loud, lol.

I think it is mainly the licensing fees that are causing automakers to no longer include this by default. Gentex got too greedy.

 

[dtaldridge]

I think it is mainly the licensing fees that are causing automakers to no longer include this by default. Gentex got too greedy.

I’m guessing you’re right. It’s a $400ish option for the Model 3, and the mirror with Homelink on the ID.4 is pushing $300, when the standard looks to be around $100. The more glaring omission to me is not including a mobile EVSE that can do 240V like Tesla and Ford, but that’s a different topic all together.

 

[egsell]

I got my Homelink mirror today. it came with programming instructions, a spare? cable, and some cable ties:

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The installation is exactly the same as the Golf R video, the only difference is the plastic housing:

View attachment 2181

It comes off in two pieces, first you need to remove the lower piece, I started with a guitar pick to pry it apart, but as Swimrwo says you can just use your hands to remove it.

View attachment 2182

That leaves the upper portion of the housing, and you remove it the same way, from the top pull down and a bit towards the front of the dash dashboard

View attachment 2183

Then kind of wiggle it around the mirror to remove.

Twist the mirror holder firmly counter clockwise (it's in there solidly), until it unclicks, and pull down.

View attachment 2184

The connector is in there solidly as well, I had to hold it with vise grips to pull it apart, if you have a stronger grip you could probably pull them apart by hand.

View attachment 2185

Then reverse all the steps with the new mirror, power up the car, use the instructions for programming your remote, and drive around the block to calibrate the compass:

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+1 on the mirror installation. Super Easy even with the fear moment of twisting the new mirror in place, 5-10 minutes total. Thanks for the awesome guide @bottyguy

 

[Bubbajet]

+1 on the mirror installation. Super Easy even with the fear moment of twisting the new mirror in place, 5-10 minutes total. Thanks for the awesome guide @bottyguy

Yep! The hardest part is figuring out how to line up the flanges/pins/clips (there’s four, they hold the mirror in place) when installing the new mirror.. That took me the longest Out of the whole thing, ano most of that time was finding a light so I could see it.

 

[Curtis55]

Just did this myself in about 10 minutes, really easy. Anyone can do it.

 

[Paul JCTX]

On your challenge , I just went out to my new FE and investigated:

1) The case that's mounted on the windshield is a bit different than the video with a larger flat area immediately behind the mirror. Also, the front section is now 1 piece which is attached to the windshield.
2) I took my fingernails and unclipped the large flat area from the back first and then rotated the back downward toward the windshield and off it came!
3) Now I had access to what looks like the same 8 position connector plug as in the video above. The 4 conductors are in the same positions (1,2,3, and 6). I was easily able to disconnect the plug from the mirror.
4) The way that the mirror mounts appears similar also. With a circular rotation toward the left side of the vehicle (driver's side here in the US) of around 90deg, the mirror came loose from the mount and could then be brought down and out of the windshield mount. (I stopped at this point because I don't have the proper Homelink mirror yet)
5) Based upon this feasibility study, I've got no problem spending the $250-300 and doing the labor myself.

I am hopeful that I can find the correct mirror in stock somewhere since it is the same part # used on the 2019-2021 Jetta.

Part Number: 000072548L
Supersession(s): 000-072-548-L; 72548L

I just installed my Homelink mirror this morning. The dealership I ordered from sold me the same Part Number above and it works just fine with the pre-wiring in my ID.4, so I didn't need the wiring harness that came with the new mirror. Just using my finger nail I pulled the flat panel above the mirror down and it popped off easily. The large housing that is flush with the windshield wiggled loose easily, rotated and fit over the mirror to remove. A quick twist and pull and the old mirror dislodged. Unplugged the wiring harness, plugged it into the new mirror, and reversed the removal process and literally within 5 minutes the mirror was replaced and programmed.