Power Outside Mirror Inspection

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

    Terminal Mirror operation
    B+ GND
    B D Up
    D B Down
    D F Left
    F D Right
    Fig 1: Identifying Power Outside Mirror Connector Terminals
    G03638743Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
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