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Power Outer Mirror Switch Inspection

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2009 Mazda 6. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. Switch the ignition to on
  2. Verify that the power outer mirror switch can be operated for approx. 43 s  after the ignition is switched off.
    • If the power outer mirror cannot be operated for approx. 43 s  after the ignition is switched off, or if the power outer mirror can still be operated after approx. 43 s  , replace the power outer mirror switch.
  3. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
  4. Remove the inner garnish. (See INNER GARNISH REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
  5. Remove the front door trim. (See FRONT DOOR TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
  6. Remove the switch panel. (See FRONT DOOR TRIM DISASSEMBLY/ASSEMBLY .)
  7. Using a tester, verify that the continuity between the power outer mirror switch terminals is as indicated in the table.
    • If not as indicated in the table, replace the power outer mirror switch.
      Fig 1: Power Outer Mirror Switch Continuity Chart
      G06200756Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
      Fig 2: Identifying Power Outer Mirror Switch Terminals With Circuit
      G06200757Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.