LaneFX.com Frequently-Asked Questions
Vehicle Application
Does LaneFX work on my vehicle?
LaneFX is designed to work in any vehicle equipped with power mirrors. If your vehicle is new or old, import or domestic, economy or luxury, LaneFX’s universal Intelligent Install technology
ensures a proper fit with your vehicle’s power mirror system with no conflict or disruption of any of your factory systems.
Will LaneFX interfere with any other systems in my vehicle?
No. LaneFX is designed to work with your vehicle’s existing electronic systems without conflict or disruption. Furthermore, LaneFX does not require the replacement or modification of
any of your factory systems.
With LaneFX installed, do I still adjust my mirrors normally?
Yes. LaneFX works with your factory power mirror adjustment controls. You can still use the normal factory adjustment controls to set your mirror position and LaneFX will always remember its
start and return position based on where your set your mirror.
My vehicle is equipped with a memory function, do I have to reprogram or reset LaneFX every time the memory recalls my mirror position?
No. LaneFX is designed to work in vehicle’s equipped with a memory function. Let’s say that your spouse was driving your vehicle and then you get in the vehicle and press the memory
button to reset everything back to your preferences. In this case, LaneFX recalls your mirror position and all of your LaneFX mirror movements will be based on your recalled mirror position.
Your customization preferences in LaneFX (such as mirror movement speed, maximum expansion angle, turn signal mode, etc…) are not tied to your vehicle’s memory function. So if
another driver modifies your LaneFX preferences, you will have to adjust them again back to your preference.
Will LaneFX work in a vehicle that uses multiplexing / has one or more ECUs (Electronic Control Unit: onboard computer) / has reverse polarity for turn signals & reverse?
Yes. LaneFX’s Intelligent Install Technology is used at the time of installation to automatically learn the electronic configuration of your vehicle. LaneFX goes through this process
once at installation and remembers your vehicle’s system configuration from then on, even if the LaneFX unit if disconnected or if your battery dies. In special cases (such as multiplexed
vehicles or vehicles that use reverse polarity for some vehicle inputs), your certified installer can take specific steps (as outlined in the installation guide) to ensure proper installation
and operation of the LaneFX system.
I have a vehicle that has very slow power mirrors, will I still benefit from a LaneFX system?
Yes. With the optional Mirror Speed Enhancement feature (available in LaneFX Highway Edition and Commuter Edition / New Car Edition), you can boost your mirror movement speed up to 200% (twice
as fast as) the factory mirror speed. Even with bulky, slow-moving large SUV mirrors, this optional feature ensures that your LaneFX is responsive to your needs even at highway speeds.
My vehicle already has a feature similar to ParkFX, so why should I get ParkFX with my LaneFX system?
Generally, ParkFX offers greater flexibility than equivalent factory functions. Usually equivalent factory functions come in two flavors: 1) either both mirrors tilt down when you put your
vehicle in reverse or neither, OR 2) either the left or right mirror tilt down when you put your vehicle in reverse. An in either case, you do not have an option to adjust how much your mirror
tilts down. ParkFX gives you greater flexibility in how you want to expose the parking boundaries around you when you’re backing up. ParkFX allows you to specify whether to tilt the
left mirror, right mirror, both mirrors or neither mirror. Additionally, you can personalize the ParkFX tilt-down angle to suit your height and the height of your vehicle. As with all LaneFX
customization, you can specify ParkFX preferences using the system’s user-friendly menu-based LCD screen.
My vehicle already has a feature similar to ParkFX, so will ParkFX cause any conflicts with the factory system?
No. ParkFX is designed to co-exist seamlessly with an equivalent factory function without conflict or errors. The system is designed such that you can choose which system you want to activate
your mirrors when you put your vehicle in reverse (ParkFX or the factory system). In every vehicle that has an equivalent factory function to ParkFX, the factory system is typically disabled
when the power mirror adjustment switch is set in the center (neutral position). So if you set your power mirror adjustment switch to the left or right position, then you are enabling the
factory system and ParkFX automatically disables itself. Conversely, if you put your power mirror adjustment switch in the center (neutral) position, then ParkFX safely overrides the factory
function without conflict.
I have a right-hand drive vehicle (such as in UK, Japan, Australia, etc…), will the LaneFX system work in my vehicle?
Yes. LaneFX’s Intelligent Install Technology can self-learn the setup of your vehicle once at the time of installation. The system does not use “driver-side” and “passenger-side” orientation,
it learns your vehicle’s setup based on a simple left-right orientation.
Buying LaneFX
Which LaneFX edition is right for me?
There’s a LaneFX system that is right for your budget and driving style. LaneFX Commuter Edition (aka New Car Edition) is the most feature-rich version of the product with all optional
features pre-loaded and activated. It’s the best value for your money. Be sure to check out the LaneFX system comparison section to see the difference in features and price between all
LaneFX Editions.
Also keep in mind that with LaneFX’s Instant Web Upgrade technology, you are not locked into a particular LaneFX Edition forever. With any LaneFX system, if you decide to add more features
after you’ve installed your system, you can buy the unlock code for your optional feature and activate it in the system instantly- No waiting for delivery, no additional installation
charges and no hassles.
Can I just buy ParkFX by itself?
Not at this time. ParkFX is only available as part of the LaneFX Highway Edition, Commuter Edition / New Car Edition, or as an optional feature on the LaneFX Basic Edition.
Our marketing team would like to hear your input. if you see value in offering ParkFX as a standalone system, please let us know about your preference.
If I buy a particular LaneFX edition but later decide I need a different edition with more features, do I have to buy a whole new LaneFX system?
No. LaneFX is an extensible system that grows with your needs. If you buy a specific LaneFX edition and then later decide you’d like to add a specific optional feature or even upgrade
to a more feature-rich edition, your not locked in. All you have to do is go to the Instant Web Upgrade section of this site, purchase an unlock code for the upgrade you want, and then enter
the unlock code into the LaneFX system’s LCD screen. The Instant Web Upgrade process is a first in the automotive aftermarket and it allows you to upgrade your system without waiting
for anything to be shipped or for anything to be installed again.
How do I add an optional feature to my LaneFX system?
LaneFX is an extensible system that grows with your needs. If you buy a specific LaneFX edition and then later decide you’d like to add a specific optional feature or even upgrade to
a more feature-rich edition, your not locked in. All you have to do is go to the Instant Web Upgrade section of this site, purchase an unlock code for the upgrade you want, and then enter the
unlock code into the LaneFX system’s LCD screen. The Instant Web Upgrade process is a first in the automotive aftermarket and it allows you to upgrade your system without waiting for
anything to be shipped or for anything to be installed again.
What are the current discounts / specials on LaneFX systems?
Visit our web specials section to see our current promotions.
We also offer standard discounts that could further reduce your cost of owning a LaneFX system.
You always save more when you buy LaneFX Highway Edition or Commuter / New Car Edition (when compared to purchasing the bundled optional features individually).
You always receive additional discounts on all add-on products with the purchase of a LaneFX system placed in the same order.
Can I get a volume discount if I purchase more than one LaneFX system?
Yes. If you are purchase more than one LaneFX system in the same online of phone order, you will receive an additional 5% off your entire order including any add-on products (excluding shipping & handling).
If you are an aftermarket retailer, auto dealer, or consumer electronics retailer, please contact us for a customized wholesale pricing sheet and details about our LaneFX wholesale marketing
program.
Can I include the cost of the LaneFX system with the purchase / lease of a new or pre-owned vehicle?
Yes. New car dealers that are Certified LaneFX Safety Centers offer all-inclusive pricing on your LaneFX system that only add a few extra dollars to your new vehicle’s monthly payment*.
Please contact your local dealer for additional information.
* In most retail leases, the cost of LaneFX New Car Edition does not residualize. Contact the Finance & Insurance manager at your local dealer or your leasing company for additional information.
Can I get a discount on my auto insurance premium if I have a LaneFX system?
Not at this time. Drivaware is working with select insurance companies on this issue. Some insurance companies do offer discretionary discounts for unlisted safety items. So you should always
consult your insurance agent to see if your LaneFX system qualifies for a discount.
Why should I register my LaneFX system?
We recommend that you register your LaneFX system as soon as your receive it. Registration is required to: 1) activate the system’s warranty, 2) receive technical support, and 3) to keep
alert with product updates.
LaneFX in Leased Vehicles
I have a leased vehicle, do I have to pay again when the lease ends to uninstall LaneFX?
No. There is a solution to 1) remove and keep you LaneFX unit to reuse in your next vehicle, 2) restore your current vehicle’s power mirror’s setup back to its original condition
(so that you don’t get penalized by your leasing / finance company, and 3) not have to pay an installer to remove the system from your vehicle. This solution is called the “LaneFX
End Of Lease / Safe Removal Kit.” You can purchase this kit directly online. The kit includes adaptors that snap into the removed LaneFX connection. The whole process takes about 1 minute
and requires no technical skills whatsoever. The kit is very economical too. Click here to see how it works.
I have a leased vehicle, will my finance company charge me a penalty for any modifications due to the LaneFX system?
No. LaneFX installation is fully-reversible* and without having to uninstall the system completely. There is a solution to 1) remove and keep you LaneFX unit to reuse in your next vehicle,
2) restore your current vehicle’s power mirror’s setup back to its original condition (so that you don’t get penalized by your leasing / finance company, and 3) not have
to pay an installer to remove the system from your vehicle. This solution is called the “LaneFX End Of Lease / Safe Removal Kit.” You can purchase this kit directly online. The
kit includes adaptors that snap into the removed LaneFX connection. The whole process takes about 1 minute and requires no technical skills whatsoever. The kit is very economical too. Click
here to see how it works.
* Typical installations only. If your installer drilled holes in interior panels for a custom installation you may be charged by your leasing / finance company.
I have a leased vehicle. At the end of my lease, can I take the LaneFX unit out and install it in my next vehicle?
Yes. There is a solution to 1) remove and keep you LaneFX unit to reuse in your next vehicle, 2) restore your current vehicle’s power mirror’s setup back to its original condition
(so that you don’t get penalized by your leasing / finance company, and 3) not have to pay an installer to remove the system from your vehicle. This solution is called the “LaneFX
Multi-Vehicle Kit.” This kit is similar to the LaneFX End Of Lease / Safe Removal Kit, but it also includes wiring harnesses for your second vehicle. You can purchase either of these
kits directly online. It’s very economical and it’s far less expensive than having to purchase an entirely new LaneFX system. Click here to see how it works.
LaneFX in Multiple Vehicles
I own and drive more than one vehicle, do I have to buy a LaneFX system for each one?
You can use a single LaneFX system with multiple vehicles. For each additional vehicle you would like to use LaneFX in, you should purchase and install the “LaneFX Multi-Vehicle Kit.” With
this kit, taking LaneFX out of one vehicle and putting in another is literally a 20-second snap! In addition, the LaneFX Multi-Vehicle Kit ensures that the power mirrors systems remain operational
in the vehicle from which you removed the LaneFX. This approach is a much less costly than purchasing and installing one LaneFX system for each vehicle.
If I move my LaneFX system from one vehicle to another, do I have re-enter all my preferences again?
No. LaneFX remembers all of your preferences even if your vehicle loses power or if you remove the LaneFX unit from the vehicle entirely. However, keep in mind that the LaneFX unit “self-learns” the
electrical configuration of the vehicle upon installation. So by moving the LaneFX unit to another vehicle, you may have to instruct LaneFX to go through one learn sequence. This is a simple
procedure and step-by-step instructions available in the LaneFX Owners Guide.
Installation
Can I install LaneFX myself?
No. LaneFX installation requires professional tools and skilled technicians. Drivaware only recommends professional installation of any LaneFX system.
Where can I find LaneFX installers?
Given that all LaneFX systems come with complete hardware and detailed, step-by-step instructions, you can have LaneFX installed at any aftermarket mobile electronics retailer in your area.
Our network of Certified Installation Center partners is growing rapidly. So be sure to visit our installer locator to find local LaneFX Certified Installation Centers or an aftermarket installation
shop near you.
How much does it cost to install a typical LaneFX system?
A typical full LaneFX installation takes about 3 labor hours on average. Our Certified Installation Centers can complete an average installation in about 2.5 labor hours. The charge per labor
hour varies greatly from one shop to another and also around the country. So you should contact your local installer and ask about their hourly rates. Lastly, some installers and in the case
of some more complex vehicles may charge a nominal fee for additional shop supplies like additional wiring, wire nuts, etc...
Some factors that impact the amount of labor hours needed for a full LaneFX installation are:
Installer skill & previous experience with LaneFX installations (Certified LaneFX Installation Centers are not only more experienced, but more proficient as well).
Complexity of the vehicle (BMW 760iL is much more than a Honda Civic).
Whether vehicle is multiplexed (non Multiplexed vehicles are much easier to work with).
What’s the difference between Sticky mode and Normal mode in the Turn Signal Link?
Who decides where the LaneFX activation buttons and LEDs are placed inside my vehicle?
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