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Power Mirror Actuator Replacement

Removal 

  1. Remove the power mirror holder, and the mirror housing (see MIRROR HOLDER REPLACEMENT ).
  2. Disconnect the 2P connector (A) from the side turn signal light (B) (if equipped).
    Fig 1: Identifying Side Turn Signal Light And 2P Connector
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  3. Remove the power mirror (see POWER MIRROR REPLACEMENT ).
  4. Record the power mirror connector terminals location and the wire harness colors.
  5. Disassemble the power mirror connector (A), and remove the terminals (B) from the connector.
    Fig 2: Identifying Power Mirror Connector And Terminals
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  6. Remove the gasket (A) and the cover (B).
    Fig 3: Identifying Gasket And Cover
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  7. Remove the three screws, and separate the power mirror actuator (A) from the housing (B).
    Fig 4: Identifying Power Mirror Actuator And Housing
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    Installation 

  8. Route the wire harness of the new actuator through the hole in the bracket and gasket, then install the parts in the reverse order of removal.
  9. Insert the new actuator terminals into the connector in the original arrangement.

    Without side turn signal light 

    Fig 5: Identifying Actuator Terminals (Without Side Turn Signal Light)
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    With side turn signal light BLK 

    Fig 6: Identifying Actuator Terminals (With Side Turn Signal Light)
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  10. Apply tape (A) to seal the wire harness.
    Fig 7: Identifying Tape Applying Area For Sealing Harness
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  11. Reassemble in the reverse order of disassembly. Be careful not to break the mirror holder when reinstalling it to the actuator (see MIRROR HOLDER REPLACEMENT ).
  12. Reinstall the mirror assembly on the door.
  13. Operate the power mirror to make sure if works smoothly.