Power Mirror Motor: Service and Repair

Power Mirror Actuator Replacement

1. Remove the power mirror.
2. Carefully remove the mirror holder from the mirror housing. Gently pull it out by hand.
3. Disconnect the connector.
4. Remove the cover, then remove the two Torx screws from the mirror connector.
5. Record the terminal locations and wire colors.




6. Cut the wire harness with the wire cutter.




7. Remove the three screws, and separate the mirror housing from the mirror base.




8. Remove the three Torx screws, and separate the actuator (A) from the mirror housing (B).




9. Route the wire harness (A) of the new actuator through the hole in the bracket (B).




10. Insert the terminals into the connector in the original arrangement.
11. Reassemble in the reverse order of disassembly. Be careful not to break the mirror holder when reinstalling it to the actuator.
12. Reinstall the mirror assembly on the door.
13. Operate the power mirror to ensure smooth operation.