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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD1994AEROSTAR VAN WINDOW EXTENDED, 4.0 X, RWDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISBODY & FRAMEPOWER MIRRORSSYSTEM TESTSTEST D: EITHER RIGHT OR LEFT OUTSIDE REAR VIEW MIRROR DOES NOT FUNCTION OR FUNCTIONS AT VARIANCE WITH SYSTEM LOGIC
1994 Ford Aerostar Van Window Extended, 4.0 X, RWD
Test D: Either Right Or Left Outside Rear View Mirror Does Not Function Or Functions At Variance With System Logic
1994 Ford Aerostar Van Window Extended, 4.0 X, RWDSECTION Test D: Either Right Or Left Outside Rear View Mirror Does Not Function Or Functions At Variance With System Logic
- Using a putty knife, pry the mirror switch up and out of the bezel. Using Rotunda Digital Volt-Ohmmeter 007-00001 or equivalent, verify circuit logic at harness connector to outside rear view mirror with switch operation. See Figure or Figure . Does outside rear view mirror control operate properly? If yes, replace outside rear view mirror motor. See POWER OUTSIDE MIRROR MOTOR (EXPLORER)Β If no, go to next step.
- Using Rotunda Digital Volt-Ohmmeter 007-00001 or equivalent, verify circuit logic at switch connector. See Figure or Figure . Is circuit logic okay at outside rear view mirror control? If yes, trace along outside mirror control wiring to determine where cross circuitry took place. Service as required. If no, replace outside rear view mirror control and retest mirror operation.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.