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Symptom Chart

Symptom Chart

Condition Possible Sources Action
  • Mirror vibrates/loose
  • Exterior mirror mounting nuts loose
  • TIGHTEN nuts to 9 N.m (80 lb-in).
 
    NOTE: Compare the LH and RH exterior mirror glass to verify that the exterior mirror glass is loose.
  • Mirror glass loose
  • PRESS the center of the exterior mirror glass up, down, left and right to make sure that the exterior mirror glass is seated correctly. If the exterior mirror glass is still loose, REMOVE the exterior mirror glass and INSPECT the exterior mirror backing plate for damage. If the exterior mirror backing plate is damaged, INSTALL a new exterior mirror glass. REFER to Exterior Mirror Glass .
 
  • Aftermarket air deflector/stone shields
  • If possible, REMOVE aftermarket air deflector/stone shield, then ROAD TEST the vehicle. If concern is no longer present, ADVISE customer that aftermarket components were causing undesired vibration.
  • Wind noise
  • Foam gasket between rear view mirror and door is missing or damaged
  • VERIFY gasket is present and in good condition. REPOSITION gasket or INSTALL a new foam gasket between rear view mirror and door frame if necessary.
 
  • Exterior mirror is not correctly fitted to the door
  • VERIFY that there are no gaps between the exterior mirror and the door. If necessary, LOOSEN the exterior mirror nuts and REPOSITION the exterior mirror.
 
  • Exterior mirror cover
  • VERIFY that the exterior mirror cover is not loose or broken. INSTALL a new exterior mirror cover if necessary. REFER to Exterior Mirror Cover .
  • The mirrors are inoperative - puddle lamps
  • Fuse
  • Circuitry
  • Exterior mirrors
  • The mirrors are inoperative - non-memory mirrors
  • Fuse
  • Circuitry
  • Exterior mirror control switch
  • A single mirror is inoperative - non-memory mirrors
  • Circuitry
  • Exterior mirror control switch
  • Exterior mirror motor
  • Exterior mirror
  • A single mirror does not function with switch logic - non-memory mirrors
  • Circuitry
  • Exterior mirror control switch
  • Exterior mirror motor
  • Exterior mirror
  • The auto-dimming mirror does not operate correctly
  • Obstructed rear-facing sensor
    • Stickers, window decals, tags
    • Non-OEM window tinting
  • Obstructed forward-facing sensor
    • Stickers, window decals, tags
    • Non-OEM window tinting
  • If possible, REMOVE the obstruction. If the obstruction cannot be removed, go to Pinpoint Test D  to TEST the auto-dimming mirror for correct function.
 
  • Light source near or inside of vehicle
  • None. Any light source the rear-facing sensor is exposed to can be considered glare.
 
  • Vehicle inside garage or tunnel
  • None. Ambient light conditions are similar to nighttime.
 
  • Fuse
  • Circuitry
  • Interior auto-dimming mirror
  • The heated exterior mirror is inoperative
  • Fuse
  • Circuitry
  • Exterior mirror glass
  • Exterior mirror
  • The memory mirror is inoperative
  • Fuse
  • Circuitry
  • Exterior mirror control switch
  • Exterior mirror
  • Driver seat module (DSM)