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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET1997CHEVY EXPRESS G3500, VAN CARGO, 6.5 FREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 89 (MEMORY SYSTEM)TROUBLE SHOOTINGPOWER MIRROR MEMORY SYSTEM CHECK
1997 Chevrolet Chevy Express G3500, Van Cargo, 6.5 F
Power Mirror Memory System Check
1997 Chevrolet Chevy Express G3500, Van Cargo, 6.5 FSECTION Power Mirror Memory System Check
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 1998 Oldsmobile Aurora. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
NOTE:
Perform this check before diagnosing symptoms.
- Using mirror select switch, select left mirror. Briefly press outside mirror switch to left, right, up and down positions. Using mirror select switch, select right mirror. Briefly press outside mirror switch to left, right, up and down positions. Each mirror should move into each selected position. If each mirror operates as specified, go to next step. If each mirror does not operate as specified, go to one of the following tests under SYSTEM TESTS
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- BOTH MIRRORS DO NOT MOVE MANUALLY .
- Appropriate OUTSIDE MIRROR DOES NOT MOVE MANUALLY.
- ONE MIRROR DOES NOT MOVE RIGHT & LEFT FOR MANUAL & RECALL FUNCTIONS.
- ONE MIRROR DOES NOT MOVE UP & DOWN FOR MANUAL & RECALL FUNCTIONS.
- Momentarily press DRIVER-1 switch. Both seat and mirrors should move to programmed positions for DRIVER-1 and a single chime should be heard. Momentarily press DRIVER-2 switch. Both seat and mirrors should move to programmed positions for DRIVER-2 and a single chime should be heard. If seat and mirrors operate as specified, go to next step. If seat and mirrors do not operate as specified, go to one of the following tests under SYSTEM TESTS:
- Turn ignition switch to RUN position. Apply parking brake. Put gearshift lever in Reverse. Right outside mirror should move down 5 degrees or to the end of travel. If mirror operates as specified, system is okay. If mirror does not operate as specified, go to PARALLEL PARKING ASSIST MODE INOPERATIVE under SYSTEM TESTS.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.