Power Outside Mirror Inspection

2008 Mazda Tribute s Sport, 4WDSECTION Power Outside Mirror Inspection
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  1. Disconnect the power outside mirror connector. (See POWER OUTSIDE MIRROR REMOVAL/INSTALLATIONΒ .)
  2. Apply battery positive voltage to the power outside mirror and inspect the operation of the power outside mirror.
    • If not as specified, replace the power outside mirror.
    TERMINAL AND MIRROR OPERATION

    Terminal Mirror operation
    B+ GND
    B D Up
    D B Down
    F D Left
    D F Right
    Fig 1: Inspecting Operation Of Power Outside Mirror
    G03701152Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  3. Inspect for continuity between the power outside mirror terminals.
    • If not as specified, replace the power outside mirror.
    Fig 2: Continuity Between Power Outside Mirror Terminals Chart
    G03701153Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
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