I have a 2014 MDX with the advanced package. Are there any instructions to install a radar detector that taps into the mirror or near that area? I am concerned about removing the plastic housing above the mirror. Any help is appreciated.

 

I tapped into the fuse box by the passenger side floor. You will have to play around to see which fuse is live with the key on.

 

in my '06 TL, I tapped near the foot/kick panel fuse box.
I used fuse #32 as that is our ACC.
read the fuse descriptions and apply the "add-a-fuse" according to the fuse map/key.

this option is WAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAY easier than finding and splicing a wire near the mirror.

remove the A-pillar and drop the wire down to the kick panel, then use an "add a fuse" to connect the ACC fuse

 

Thanks

 

If I recall, there was a metal screw close by for easy installation near the fuse box. All you need is a tap a fuse ($5 autozone) and a little time to run the wires through A pillar etc.

 

i have same issue

 

what issue?
there is no issue.

fish the wire down the A-pillar to the kick panel fuse box near your feet on the drivers side.
use an "add a fuse" to tap into the ACC fuse.

to remove the A-pillar, use a butter knife with a cloth wrapped around the blade to pop up the little square on the a-pillar.

then you can pull the a-pillar off, carefully starting from the top goiing towards the dash.

 

I used the plug behind the mirror. The plastic cover is split and removes easily with gentle prying. I installed the Hidden Mirror Cord from www.Safe-N-sound1.com
I tapped into the red+ and white- so the unit only powers when ignition is ON not ACC
It only took about 30 minutes to complete.

 

either or, it achieves the same thing.

 

That is correct, I did using the mirror plug, very easy to do it, and I got the power cord from http://www.mirrortap.com/, looks very nice. if someone need pictures let me know and I will post them.

 

here's mine

 

on the 2014 MDX, which fuse are people tapping into on the passenger side fuse box?

I have a Valentine One w/ the Hidden Display setup

The only circuits that sound ideal are 14 or 15 which are the Rear and Console Accessory Power Sockets, is that what you guys are using?

 

I have an Escort from 2008. I bet there are newer models but this may work great still.

Im wondering if there is a way to completely mute it.

 

Along these lines, is anyone using / recommending a detector mount (ie blendmount) but not ridiculously expensive?

Great links with the MirrorTap and SafeNSound - luckily Beltronics is essentially a phone cord with power, though the SafeNSound with mute button is a decent deal

 

I just went cordless with an Escort Passport. New batteries twice a year and I always carry spares in the console, Just In Case!

 

Hi -Which Mirror Tap Part number did you use, I see several options?? I have a 2014 MDX Tech Pkg.. Thanks