Power Mirror Motor: Service and Repair

Power Mirror Actuator Replacement

1. Remove the mirror holder, and disconnect the mirror defogger connectors. With defogger
2. Remove the power mirror.
3. Disconnect the 3P (USA) or 6P (Canada) connector from the mirror, and record the terminal locations and wire colors.




4. Cut the wire harness with cutter, and remove the gasket (A).




5. Remove the screw from the harness clip (A).




6. Remove the three screws, and separate the mirror housing (A) from the bracket (B).




7. Remove the three screws and the actuator (A).




8. Route the wire harness (A) of the new actuator through the hole in the bracket (B) and gasket (C).
9. Install the actuator, bracket, harness clip, and gasket in the reverse order of removal.




10. Insert the new actuator terminals into the connector in the original arrangement as shown.
11. Apply tape to seal the intersection of the wire harness.
12. Reassemble in the reverse order of disassembly. Be careful not to break the mirror when reinstalling it to the actuator.
13. Reinstall the mirror assembly to the door.
14. Operate the power mirror to ensure smooth operation.