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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.
Diagnostic Procedures
2008 Mazda Tribute s Sport, 4WDSECTION Diagnostic Procedures
DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE CHART (PINPOINT TEST 3)
| PINPOINT TEST 3 | A SINGLE MIRROR DOES NOT FUNCTION WITH SWITCH LOGIC | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| STEP | INSPECTION | ACTION | |
| 1 | CHECK THE MIRROR MOVEMENT (LEFT/RIGHT)
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Yes | GO to the next step. |
| No | GO to step 4. | ||
| 2 | CHECK THE MIRROR MOVEMENT (UP/DOWN)
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Yes | The system is operating correctly at this time. The concern may have been caused by a loose or corroded connector. TEST the system for normal operation. |
| No | GO to the next step. | ||
| 3 | CHECK THE VOLTAGE TO THE INOPERATIVE MIRROR
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Yes | CHECK the LH or RH exterior mirror jumper harness between the vehicle harness and the exterior mirror motor for open or shorted circuits and damaged or pushed-out pins. If the jumper harness is not OK, REPAIR the jumper harness. If the jumper harness can not be repaired, INSTALL a new LH or RH exterior mirror. See EXTERIOR MIRROR REMOVAL/INSTALLATION . If the jumper harness is OK, INSTALL a new exterior mirror motor. See EXTERIOR MIRROR MOTOR REMOVAL/INSTALLATION . TEST the system for normal operation. |
| No | GO to step 5. | ||
| 4 | CHECK THE VOLTAGE TO THE INOPERATIVE MIRROR
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Yes | CHECK the LH or RH exterior mirror jumper harness between the vehicle harness and the exterior mirror motor for open or shorted circuits and damaged or pushed-out pins. If the jumper harness is not OK, REPAIR the jumper harness. If the jumper harness can not be repaired, INSTALL a new LH or RH exterior mirror. See EXTERIOR MIRROR REMOVAL/INSTALLATION . If the jumper harness is OK, INSTALL a new exterior mirror motor. See EXTERIOR MIRROR MOTOR REMOVAL/INSTALLATION . TEST the system for normal operation. |
| No | GO to step 6. | ||
| 5 | CHECK FOR AN OPEN TO THE INOPERATIVE MIRROR
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Yes | INSTALL a new exterior rear view mirror switch. See EXTERIOR MIRROR CONTROL SWITCH REMOVAL/INSTALLATION . TEST the system for normal operation. |
| No | REPAIR the circuit in question. TEST the system for normal operation. | ||
| 6 | CHECK FOR AN OPEN TO THE INOPERATIVE MIRROR
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Yes | INSTALL a new exterior rear view mirror switch. See EXTERIOR MIRROR CONTROL SWITCH REMOVAL/INSTALLATION . TEST the system for normal operation. |
| No | REPAIR the circuit in question. TEST the system for normal 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:
- • 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.