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.
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HOMESERVICE MANUALSMAZDA20133 MAZDASPEED, 2.3L ENG VIN 3REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISBODY & FRAMEWINDOWSGLASS/WINDOWS/MIRRORSAUTO-DIMMING MIRROR INSPECTIONOPERATIONAL INSPECTION
2013 Mazda 3 Mazdaspeed, 2.3L Eng VIN 3
Operational Inspection
2013 Mazda 3 Mazdaspeed, 2.3L Eng VIN 3SECTION Operational Inspection
- Switch the ignition off.
- Move the vehicle to a place with a showroom level of brightness.
- Verify that the indicator light is illuminated.
- Verify that the indicator light switches when the auto-dimming mirror on/off switch is pressed.
- While the indicator light is illuminated, verify that the mirror surface brightens.
- Cover the day/night sensor with a hand and verify that the mirror surface darkens when light is shone on the glare detection sensor.
- Remove your hand covering the day/night sensor and verify that the mirror surface brightens.
- If the auto dimming mirror does not operate, inspect the terminal voltage. (See Terminal Voltage Table (Reference) .)
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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.