Excellent video, this was very helpful! Just did this on my 2021 Crosstrek. One thing to note, for anyone who is having a hard time accessing the 5 pin wire, you can remove the entire eyesight assembly @3:15. It's held together by three 8mm nuts.
This video was SUPER helpful, when I just installed my Dongar adapter. Took 15 minutes. On my 2022 Limited, I only had to deal with 2 wire connectors, the "big" white one and a smaller black one. Subaru must have refined their install.
Great video! Thanks for putting this together! Saved me so much time! 😊 Nearly exactly the same steps on my 2024 Crosstrek Limited with auto dimming mirrors. Only difference is mine has phillips screws instead of the bolts and the Dongar connector is the 10 pin type B.
Hey! Glad it helped and thanks for sharing that bit of information. They've traditionally been the 5-pin connectors, so I am surprised to hear the '24 Crosstrek model year using the 10-pin Type B.
@@sean636 Thanks for the info man! Yeah it looks like Subaru leaves it up there incase you option for the auto-dimming mirror. I noticed this on the BRZ as well.
Thank you for the video. I have a 2022 Crosstrek with the auto-dim mirror, so this should work. However, it seems like most dash cams do not include batteries anymore, so you need a full time power source. I am curious if you just don't use the parking G-force monitoring or do you have another solution for power while the car is off?
Hey Chris! I actually don't use the parking mode feature and fortunately haven't had the need to *knock on wood*....for a constant power solution, it would require wiring tapping into the vehicles battery. I have seen a few new dashcams with build-in battery banks, but they tend to be quite expensive and bulky :|
@@Auto-MinuteI know this is an old video but hopefully you’re still out there. If I don’t have the auto dimming mirror would it simply be just connecting it to where the mirror would be connected if I had one?
@@stevencastro2856 Hey Steven! I am around ha! If you don't have the auto-dimming mirror, I believe there's still a connector port available on your Crosstrek. What I'm not sure about is whether it's a 3-pin or 5-pin connector up there. Let me know if you do inspect behind the plastic shroud.
I’ve seen similar videos that use the Dongar for the Outback’s. I’ve also heard of some complaints that having this setup damages the car’s electrical system. Have you been experiencing any issues with this?
Hey Hasan! I've set this up on my gf's CX-5 and a few of my buddies have it on their cars as well which includes this Crosstrek. We haven't had any issues with interfering of the electrical systems. It was very simple and worked as intended. If there's anything that was a hassle, it was the process of taking the panels apart ha!
Hey Brandon - There is space inside the panel where you can tuck the cables. There's an opening (towards the front - facing windshield) from where I routed the cable through.
Hey there, the adapter is designed to work only when your vehicle is ON. Parking/Surveillance mode is pretty sweet, but requires drawing power from the vehicles battery. This could be an issue if parked for an extended period of time and isn't ideal for your vehicles battery as well.
@@Auto-Minute thanks for your response. On the other hand, you dont recommend parking mode? Even if you have that option drawing power from the battery? They have this feature when it automatically shuts down when it detected low battery
I just tried this on my 2022 Forester. This does NOT work. The mirror is connected way back and the connection is covered in some sort of foam/rubber. I don't feel comfortable removing it from there.
@@Auto-Minute Hey, I'm not blaming you. Your video is very helpful. My issue is with the manufacturer of this adapter. Their website states it is compatible with 2022 Forester but it isn't. Just want to warn others.
@@randikalakmal , I am curious if your Forester has the auto dimming mirror. My 2020 Forrester also didn't work with the adapter, but it also does not have the auto-dimming mirror, which is listed as a compatibility requirement. I am just curious if it may work for a 2022 Forester that does have an auto-dimming mirror.
Is there some reason you thought it was a good idea to play the music so loud it drowned out any purpose of you speaking and the purpose of the video? Total waste of time.
Excellent video! I just installed a Dongar adapter on my wife's 2019 Crosstrek and watching this video before made the installation a breeze!
Heck yea!
Excellent video, this was very helpful! Just did this on my 2021 Crosstrek. One thing to note, for anyone who is having a hard time accessing the 5 pin wire, you can remove the entire eyesight assembly @3:15. It's held together by three 8mm nuts.
Good tip! Always much easier when you can see things clearly :D I figured removal of the EyeSight assembly was a bit daunting ha!
This video was SUPER helpful, when I just installed my Dongar adapter. Took 15 minutes. On my 2022 Limited, I only had to deal with 2 wire connectors, the "big" white one and a smaller black one. Subaru must have refined their install.
Glad this helped!
Great video! Thanks for putting this together! Saved me so much time! 😊
Nearly exactly the same steps on my 2024 Crosstrek Limited with auto dimming mirrors. Only difference is mine has phillips screws instead of the bolts and the Dongar connector is the 10 pin type B.
Hey! Glad it helped and thanks for sharing that bit of information. They've traditionally been the 5-pin connectors, so I am surprised to hear the '24 Crosstrek model year using the 10-pin Type B.
I’ll save this video for whenever I need it for some reason
Yessir :D glad it can be of some help
Can you do a Forester. hardkit setup 2024
Some have said that even if you don't have the dimming mirror that the cable is still tucked in there. Anyone else notice this?
I've heard the same thing recently as well and very curious! I'm gunna try to check on a buddy's Crosstrek (who doesn't have auto-dimming mirror).
Let me know.
Can confirm. I just installed this on my 20 Impreza without autodim mirror. The cable was up there and just plugged the adapter into it
@@sean636 Thanks for the info man! Yeah it looks like Subaru leaves it up there incase you option for the auto-dimming mirror. I noticed this on the BRZ as well.
How would you go about running cables for a rear cam? I also have Eyesight and a Sunroof on my 19 Limited
I noticed an Orange Eye Sight warning Icon come up on instrument panel when you started the car. Did it stay on or did it clear itself? Thanks.
Hey Harry - It cleared itself. I tested all the cars functionality and safety features on the highway/freeway after assembly and t'was all good 🙂
Thank you for the video. I have a 2022 Crosstrek with the auto-dim mirror, so this should work. However, it seems like most dash cams do not include batteries anymore, so you need a full time power source. I am curious if you just don't use the parking G-force monitoring or do you have another solution for power while the car is off?
Hey Chris! I actually don't use the parking mode feature and fortunately haven't had the need to *knock on wood*....for a constant power solution, it would require wiring tapping into the vehicles battery. I have seen a few new dashcams with build-in battery banks, but they tend to be quite expensive and bulky :|
@@Auto-MinuteI know this is an old video but hopefully you’re still out there. If I don’t have the auto dimming mirror would it simply be just connecting it to where the mirror would be connected if I had one?
@@stevencastro2856 Hey Steven! I am around ha! If you don't have the auto-dimming mirror, I believe there's still a connector port available on your Crosstrek. What I'm not sure about is whether it's a 3-pin or 5-pin connector up there. Let me know if you do inspect behind the plastic shroud.
Thank you for the great instruction!
Appreciate it Rina - glad it helped! :D
Are you able make a similar video for a 2019-2021 WRX/STI if you ever get the chance ?
Did you every figure out if this is an option?
Doesn’t Subaru’s EyeSight system act as a Dash cam too?
I’ve been trying to order one but they are out of stock. Would anyone know when they will have it in stock again?
pre-orders open now
What’s the donger adapter? How do I find it online?
Link in the description 🤙
I’ve seen similar videos that use the Dongar for the Outback’s. I’ve also heard of some complaints that having this setup damages the car’s electrical system. Have you been experiencing any issues with this?
Hey Hasan! I've set this up on my gf's CX-5 and a few of my buddies have it on their cars as well which includes this Crosstrek. We haven't had any issues with interfering of the electrical systems. It was very simple and worked as intended. If there's anything that was a hassle, it was the process of taking the panels apart ha!
Does this method fit any crosstrek model? Mine is a 2022 limited
Man the adapters are never in stock!
Ahh they were available the last few months. Actually picked one up for a friend's car not too long ago. I'm sure they'll restock soon, sorry 🤙
Can this apply to ascent ?
Where do you hide the excess cable on the dash cam?
Hey Brandon - There is space inside the panel where you can tuck the cables. There's an opening (towards the front - facing windshield) from where I routed the cable through.
Does this allow for power even when the car is off?
Hey TK - No it does not 👍
Nice video! Will this power the car during parking/surveillance mode?
Hey there, the adapter is designed to work only when your vehicle is ON. Parking/Surveillance mode is pretty sweet, but requires drawing power from the vehicles battery. This could be an issue if parked for an extended period of time and isn't ideal for your vehicles battery as well.
@@Auto-Minute thanks for your response. On the other hand, you dont recommend parking mode? Even if you have that option drawing power from the battery? They have this feature when it automatically shuts down when it detected low battery
I just tried this on my 2022 Forester. This does NOT work. The mirror is connected way back and the connection is covered in some sort of foam/rubber. I don't feel comfortable removing it from there.
Hey there! Sorry it did not work for your vehicle, but this video is made specifically for the 2021 Subaru Crosstrek :)
@@Auto-Minute Hey, I'm not blaming you. Your video is very helpful. My issue is with the manufacturer of this adapter. Their website states it is compatible with 2022 Forester but it isn't. Just want to warn others.
@@randikalakmal No worries! I'll add the Forester detail into my description so folks can find that helpful as well :)
@@randikalakmal , I am curious if your Forester has the auto dimming mirror. My 2020 Forrester also didn't work with the adapter, but it also does not have the auto-dimming mirror, which is listed as a compatibility requirement. I am just curious if it may work for a 2022 Forester that does have an auto-dimming mirror.
@@BriagoMoore1 Mine does have auto dimming mirror with compass and Homelink as well.
thanks this is a good video
Appreciate it Jonathan!
Is there some reason you thought it was a good idea to play the music so loud it drowned out any purpose of you speaking and the purpose of the video? Total waste of time.
seems like a personal problem tbh, everyone else is elated with the clarity this video provides!