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Old Dec 5, 2003 | 01:26 PM
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Default Side mirrors don't hold consistent positions

I have a 2002 LS430. I recently noticed that the side mirrors' positions are frequently slightly off from the preset positions and have to manually adjust them. I have the mirror sset so that they tilt down in reverse and fold in when the car is turned off. Has anyone else experience the same problem?

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Old Dec 5, 2003 | 02:10 PM
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Default Side Mirrors Don't Hold

I have the same problem on my '90 LS400. It drives me crazy, but considering the age of the car, I can't complain too much. You on the other hand have a 2002— it should not happen!
Anybody have advice on dealing with loose mirrors? Can they be tightened up?
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Old Dec 5, 2003 | 06:43 PM
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I just love this forum. I thought I was loosing my sanity. My '03 LS is doing the same thing. It's more noticable when the mirrors fold in and out.
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Old Dec 8, 2003 | 07:29 PM
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Default WOBBLY MIRRORS

Guys

You will find that the cause is either of the following:

1. The mirror rubber gasket between the mirror casing and pivit is worn or shrunken; or
2. The screws under the mirror that attach the mirror casing to the body post are loose.

I hop this info helps.

I had the same problem on my 91 LS and resolved it by gluing in a flat rubber washer.

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Old Dec 9, 2003 | 06:57 AM
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Default Mirror Fix

Thanks psls400, I'll try tightening the attachment screws. I assume they are fairly easy to get to!
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Old Dec 11, 2003 | 04:44 PM
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THX PSLS400. I'll check it out.

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