Power Mirror Motor: Service and Repair

Power Mirror Actuator Replacement

1. Remove the power mirror.
2. Disconnect the 8P connector.
3. Carefully remove the mirror holder from the mirror housing. Gently pull it out by hand.




4. Remove the cover (A), then remove the two screws from the mirror connector (B).
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 (A) from the bracket (B).




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




9. Route the wire harness (A) of the new actuator (B) through the hole in the bracket (C).
10. Install the new actuator in the reverse order of removal.




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