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.
Power Mirror Control System: Inspection
- INSPECT OUTER MIRROR SWITCH ASSY
- Left side for left/right adjustment switch:
Inspect the mirror switch continuity.
Standard (Left side):
Terminal No Specified ConditionTerminal No. Switch Position Specified Condition - OFF No Continuity 4 <=> 8 UP Continuity 6 <=> 7 UP Continuity 4 <=> 7 DOWN Continuity 6 <=> 8 DOWN Continuity 5 <=> 8 LEFT Continuity 6 <=> 7 LEFT Continuity 5 <=> 7 RIGHT Continuity 6 <=> 8 RIGHT Continuity If the result is not as specified, replace the switch assembly.
- Right side for left/right adjustment switch:
Inspect the mirror switch continuity.
Standard (Right side):
Terminal No Specified ConditionTerminal No. Switch Position Specified Condition - OFF No Continuity 3 <=> 8 UP Continuity 6 <=> 7 UP Continuity 3 <=> 7 DOWN Continuity 6 <=> 8 DOWN Continuity 2 <=> 8 LEFT Continuity 6 <=> 7 LEFT Continuity 2 <=> 7 RIGHT Continuity 6 <=> 8 RIGHT Continuity If the result is not as specified, replace the switch assembly.
- Left side for left/right adjustment switch:
- INSPECT OUTER REAR VIEW MIRROR ASSY LH
- Disconnect the outer rear view mirror assembly LH connector.
- Apply battery voltage and inspect the mirror motor face operation, as shown in Mirror Position & Fig 2
.
Standard (LH):
Mirror PositionBattery Connection Mirror Position Positive (+) <=> MV (3) Turn Upward (A) Negative (-) <=> Com (2) Turn Upward (A) Positive (+) <=> Com (2) Turn Downward (B) Negative (-) <=> MV (3) Turn Downward (B) Positive (+) <=> Com (2) Turn Left (C) Negative (-) <=> MH (1) Turn Left (C) Positive (+) <=> MH (1) Turn Right (D) Negative (-) <=> Com (2) Turn Right (D) If the result is not as specified, replace the mirror assembly.
- INSPECT OUTER REAR VIEW MIRROR ASSY RH
- Disconnect the outer rear view mirror assembly RH connector.
- Apply battery voltage and inspect the mirror motor face operation, as shown in MIRROR POSITION
and Fig 3
.
Standard (RH):
MIRROR POSITIONBattery Connection Mirror Position Positive (+) <=> MV (3) Turn Upward (A) Negative (-) <=> Com (2) Turn Upward (A) Positive (+) <=> Com (2) Turn Downward (B) Negative (-) <=> MV (3) Turn Downward (B) Positive (+) <=> Com (2) Turn Left (C) Negative (-) <=> MH (1) Turn Left (C) Positive (+) <=> MH (1) Turn Right (D) Negative (-) <=> Com (2) Turn Right (D) If the result is not as specified, replace the mirror assembly.
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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.
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