Greg_STL Posted August 5, 2004 Share Posted August 5, 2004 The outback offers homelink built into the visor. I've had the homelink on other vehicles and prefer it to hanging a clumsy remote off of the visor. The new interior looks great, I don't really want to junk it up. Does anyone know if the outback visor is the same size and material. If (*IF*) they are the same, it would be a nice upgrade. Anyone? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Th3Franz Posted August 5, 2004 Share Posted August 5, 2004 Hm.. Good question. If I get a chance I'll look into it.. -Franz The end of a Legacy http://www.youtube.com/th3franz Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
c_hunter Posted August 6, 2004 Share Posted August 6, 2004 I think this is only offered on teh LL Bean and/or VDC models. My XT does not have it. If we could simply order and install the visor, that would be awesome. Is Homelink contained solely within the visor?? Craig Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
-HEF- Posted August 6, 2004 Share Posted August 6, 2004 i have been using that useless compartment above the clock to house my garage opener. i would much rather have it in the mirror (like my old car), or in the visor. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IwannaSportSedan Posted August 6, 2004 Share Posted August 6, 2004 If the VDC and LLBean are the only ones with that option, they'll have a Taupe interior. Black isn't available on those cars Are the visors interior color, or the grey headliner color? just thinking out loud. It would suck if the stuff is all interchangeable, but the color doesn't match. just a thought... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr. Zevil Posted August 6, 2004 Share Posted August 6, 2004 :needpics: I would be VERY interested in doing a swap! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eamiller Posted August 6, 2004 Share Posted August 6, 2004 I believe they all have the same gray headliner.. Judging by the pics on Subaru's website, the visors are gray as well.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
c_hunter Posted August 7, 2004 Share Posted August 7, 2004 Yep, they all have the same gray-ish headliner and visors.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SC GT Posted August 7, 2004 Share Posted August 7, 2004 Get one of these: [img]http://www.mitocorp.com/images/HomeLinkBase.jpg[/img] Dimming rear view mirror with HomeLink from mitocorp.com. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brady_bunch Posted August 7, 2004 Share Posted August 7, 2004 No mention of Homelink (or similar functionality) on the Subaru site for the LL Bean or VDC that I could find. Anyone got a link? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greg_STL Posted August 7, 2004 Author Share Posted August 7, 2004 SC GT - I already have the auto-dim compass mirror so I don't want to loose the compass. I just want to pick up the homelink. brady_bunch - I don't see it on the official Subaru web site but it is listed on [url]http://www.cars101.com/outback.html[/url] and the site is generally reliable. I'll look around for a photo because I *think* I've seen one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dimil Posted August 7, 2004 Share Posted August 7, 2004 [quote name='brady_bunch']No mention of Homelink (or similar functionality) on the Subaru site for the LL Bean or VDC that I could find. Anyone got a link?[/quote] Instructions for programing are in owner's manual. I'll be trying to get one in few weeks when I'll get back from vacation (hoping to pick along with armrest). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Opie Posted August 7, 2004 Share Posted August 7, 2004 Subaru is supposed to add a new Auto Dimming/Compass mirror with built in Homelink later this year. Might just want to wait a bit. The armrest extensions are now availible. We just installed one for a customer on Thursday. Unfortunatly. it doesn't offer any more storage. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eamiller Posted August 8, 2004 Share Posted August 8, 2004 There's a version of the aftermarket Homelink with Compass/Auto-dim/Temp [img]http://lib1.store.vip.sc5.yahoo.com/lib/sports-imports/HLCompTempLightSt.jpg[/img] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greg_STL Posted August 12, 2004 Author Share Posted August 12, 2004 Sorry for the long time to a reply. I was sick, the kids were sick, life goes on. I saw the mirror on the homelink site but I do not really like it for two reasons. One, my wife's G35 coupe has it on the mirror like that I always feel like I messing with the mirror when I reach up and hit the buttons. I wind up adjusting it every time I'm in the car right after I hit the button to close the garage door. Two, I don't like the inherent blind spot of the compass on mirror like that one. My preference would still be homelink on the visor and compass on the mirror. I guess I'll wait until the replacement part vendors start stocking 2005 parts. Until then, remote in the flip up cubby. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sandwood Posted August 12, 2004 Share Posted August 12, 2004 FWIW, in my audi, which has the homelink incorporated into the visor, there is also a transmitting device in the front bumper. You program the homelink by clicking your remote within a few inches of the sensor and then assigning a button to that action (either opening or closing the garage door). I'm not sure how the subaru system works, but I'd be willing to bet that swapping out the visor and connecting the power will not get you a working system - you still need a transmitter somewhere.... getting out of the legacy game Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr. Zevil Posted August 12, 2004 Share Posted August 12, 2004 [quote name='Opie']Subaru is supposed to add a new Auto Dimming/Compass mirror with built in Homelink later this year. Might just want to wait a bit. The armrest extensions are now availible. We just installed one for a customer on Thursday. Unfortunatly. it doesn't offer any more storage.[/quote] It doesn't offer any more storage? How is this possible? I still need one because it's not so comfy right now without it. How much is it? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deer Killer Posted August 12, 2004 Share Posted August 12, 2004 [quote name='sandwood']FWIW, in my audi, which has the homelink incorporated into the visor, there is also a transmitting device in the front bumper. You program the homelink by clicking your remote within a few inches of the sensor and then assigning a button to that action (either opening or closing the garage door). I'm not sure how the subaru system works, but I'd be willing to bet that swapping out the visor and connecting the power will not get you a working system - you still need a transmitter somewhere....[/quote] My manual says to hold the remote near the visor.. There's really no need for the sensor to be on the bumper, the transmitters work fine from inside the car.. unless you need to open your garage from a mile away. Should be a simple swap I think, considering the visor already gets power for the vanity mirror. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sandwood Posted August 12, 2004 Share Posted August 12, 2004 [quote name='Deer Killer'][quote name='sandwood']FWIW, in my audi, which has the homelink incorporated into the visor, there is also a transmitting device in the front bumper. You program the homelink by clicking your remote within a few inches of the sensor and then assigning a button to that action (either opening or closing the garage door). I'm not sure how the subaru system works, but I'd be willing to bet that swapping out the visor and connecting the power will not get you a working system - you still need a transmitter somewhere....[/quote] My manual says to hold the remote near the visor.. There's really no need for the sensor to be on the bumper, the transmitters work fine from inside the car.. unless you need to open your garage from a mile away. Should be a simple swap I think, considering the visor already gets power for the vanity mirror.[/quote] I'm planning on selling my car and buying a legacy and I'd definitely like it to have this feature - even if I have to upgrade - so it's nice to know the upgrade should be relatively painless. getting out of the legacy game Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IwannaSportSedan Posted August 13, 2004 Share Posted August 13, 2004 I thought it might be nice to bring some photographic evidence. I was taking pics of some subarus last weekend, and snapped one of the homelink visor through the driver side window. Here ya go. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SPR3472 Posted August 13, 2004 Share Posted August 13, 2004 $132.00 for an armrest extension!! OUCH!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
axis008 Posted August 13, 2004 Share Posted August 13, 2004 That's a nice visor! They need to put it as an option in the Legacy. It has to fit, since it's the same base. -ben Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NewSubieLegacy Posted September 5, 2004 Share Posted September 5, 2004 I picked up my Legacy GTL Sedan Fri, 9/3. I have an outstanding question with the dealer about getting a Homelink visor installed. What my salesman said: "Apparently the issue of putting a homelink system into a Legacy just came up yesterday and our service manager is trying to find out if it is possible to install. There is not a part for the Legacy specifically, but they said it seems like something they should be able to easily install. I'll know more about that on Tuesday after the long weekend." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crapy Posted September 5, 2004 Share Posted September 5, 2004 cool info! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MtnSub Posted September 9, 2004 Share Posted September 9, 2004 Good heads up as usual Opie on waiting for a new Suby rear-view mirror with homelink. I am ordering a Leg GT this weekend or early next week and was going to get the autodimmng mirror w/compass, but I will wait for new mirror later this year. Also good to know the armrest is now available when I order it. Thanks for helpfull info. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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