Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Component Testing Procedure
2005 Ford Taurus SEL, 4D SedanSECTION Component Testing Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Mercury Montego, 2006 Ford Freestyle, and 2006 Ford Five Hundred. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
EXTERIOR REAR VIEW MIRROR SWITCH (17B676) COMPONENT TESTING
| Circuit to test | Connect self-powered test light or ohmmeter to terminals | Move switch to these positions | A good switch will indicate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Left mirror | Up | 3 and 5 | Selector switch Left | Closed circuit |
| 1 and 6 | Adjuster Switch Up | |||
| Down | 1 and 5 | Selector switch Left | Closed circuit | |
| 3 and 6 | Adjuster Switch Down | |||
| Left | 1 and 6 | Selector switch Left | Closed circuit | |
| 3 and 6 | Adjuster Switch Left | |||
| Right | 1 and 6 | Selector switch Left | Closed circuit | |
| 3 and 8 | Adjuster Switch Right | |||
| Right mirror | Up | 2 and 3 | Selector switch Right | Closed circuit |
| 1 and 6 | Adjuster Switch Up | |||
| Down | 2 and 6 | Selector switch Right | Closed circuit | |
| 1 and 3 | Adjuster Switch Down | |||
| Left | 8 and 6 | Selector switch Right | Closed circuit | |
| 1 and 7 | Adjuster Switch Left | |||
| Right | 1 and 6 | Selector switch Right | Closed circuit | |
| 3 and 7 | Adjuster Switch Right | |||
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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.