04 LS430 driverside Side Mirror repair?
12-06-15, 02:49 PM
#16
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Mirror tilt switch
The motors that control the tilt mirror function have died as they dont work manually or when the car is put in reverse/drive etc. I did the switch cleaning and lubricating inside mirror but nothing worked. Ive seen how to take apart the whole mirror to replace the motors but thought buying a new mirror assembly would be easier to install.
12-11-15, 07:20 PM
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Already tried this with no success. I received my brand new mirror assembly today and hoping to install this weekend. I sent you a Private message. I understand how to take off door panel and trim. Does any adjustment or programming need to be done so the new mirror folds and operates properly?
12-12-15, 06:03 AM
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I bought the complete mirror assembly in my factory paint code brand new in box from Toyota for 299 shipped. I didn't think that was too bad so if this mirror lasts 11 years with no issues like the factory one I'll be happy. The part is normally like 600.00 so I jumped on the deal.
12-12-15, 01:10 PM
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12-13-15, 10:35 AM
#24
Did the install today. Took about an hour taking my time. Door panel and trim removal to get to the bolts and mirror harness were most of the job. Only tools needed are 10mm socket and Phillips screwdrivers. It helps to have a box or stand to support the door panel once it's removed since there are still cables and such holding it to the car.
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07-10-16, 01:29 AM
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I also had some difficulty getting the puddle lamp inserted after snapping the front mirror bezel and back plastic cover together. I inserted the side closest the window and engine first, then used a plastic pry tool to create a little space, and forced it upward so snap it in.
Finally, I had some difficulty snapping the bottom part of the mirror in. I had to use quite a bit of force and was worried about breaking the mirror. I saw a video where someone marked the front of the mirror with blue tape in the spots where the snap ins are. Probably a good idea.
07-30-19, 11:13 AM
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I spent $495 for a new driverside mirror for my 2001 Ls430 because the Dealer said it couldn be repaired. So I installed a completely new assembly. Its a job. I put the old unit on the shelf and didn't think too much about it...UNTIL the passenger side had the same failure. Not looking to pay out another $500, I went and opened up the old unit and after taking the thing apart...it is easy i found the problem. It is a keeper ring in the motor mechanism that slides up on off a spring loaded shaft.
For the cost of this unit , don't you think Lexus could have designed it with a set screw.
Anyway here is the process:
1.Remove the mirror- lift up slowly and out with equal pressure across the bottom until it snaps up (may not snp if original mastic is still in place. Don't rush it.. Unplug the two mirrow wires
2, Remover the 4 scerws that hold the bezel and the bezel.
3. Unscrew the center screw of the mirror bracket. and press in the 3 pins that anchor it to its bracket.
4. Compress th 4 clips that hold the back side of the mirror housing.
5. Remove the 6 screw 3 on eachside of the retainer that: surrounds the motor.. Then lift up the plasitic cover from the motor. The unit inside pulls up- There is a keeper ring on top of a spring that the wiring harness come through.
6. Reset the keeper ring by pushing it down on the shaft until it realigns with the grove on the shaft. I used pliers to recompress the keeper ring so it would hold better.
7. Make sure that the unit moves. It should take some pressure to move it.
8. Reassemble. About an hour or less. Very easy job. https://www.clublexus.com/forums/images/smilies/pat.gif
I wish someone had posted this...I am still upset about the $495.
For the cost of this unit , don't you think Lexus could have designed it with a set screw.
Anyway here is the process:
1.Remove the mirror- lift up slowly and out with equal pressure across the bottom until it snaps up (may not snp if original mastic is still in place. Don't rush it.. Unplug the two mirrow wires
2, Remover the 4 scerws that hold the bezel and the bezel.
3. Unscrew the center screw of the mirror bracket. and press in the 3 pins that anchor it to its bracket.
4. Compress th 4 clips that hold the back side of the mirror housing.
5. Remove the 6 screw 3 on eachside of the retainer that: surrounds the motor.. Then lift up the plasitic cover from the motor. The unit inside pulls up- There is a keeper ring on top of a spring that the wiring harness come through.
6. Reset the keeper ring by pushing it down on the shaft until it realigns with the grove on the shaft. I used pliers to recompress the keeper ring so it would hold better.
7. Make sure that the unit moves. It should take some pressure to move it.
8. Reassemble. About an hour or less. Very easy job. https://www.clublexus.com/forums/images/smilies/pat.gif
I wish someone had posted this...I am still upset about the $495.
07-31-19, 03:44 PM
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It is possible. I was having issues with the "gearbox/ramp spring" assembly slipping on my driver side mirror. I replaced the motor/gearbox with one from a slightly newer car, still using the same part number. I did have to de-pin and repin the wiring harness, but that ended up being easy.
06-25-20, 03:48 PM
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1.) Followed everything to a tee and it was a little tricky maneuvering wires around to remove the black metal frame up and off from around the plastic motorhousing.
2.) Made sure to note which wired went back in which position on the mirror and tilt housing (so many wires for just a mirror).
3.) I took a large pair of vise clamps and opened enough to slide down the shaft where the spring and keeper ring needed to be collapsed and stood them up on end over the keeper ring to push it down over the spring. When I couldn't get the ring to collapse far enough down to make the keeper stay down I had my wife there to hammer down on the round vise grip adjuster screw on top which was the extra force I needed to get it to stay. She's a real trooper. Put it all back together and knock on wood everything working again. So grateful for all the CL members and there excellent writeups so I wanted to add my experience on doing this job. Several times I wanted to give up but I DID IT. Yay big dinner out for saving those big bucks.
06-30-20, 03:49 PM
#30
I fixed mine today. The spring keeper on the left mirror kept slipping, so the mirror would travel all the way to the front, aboot 180 degrees from parked. I tried to put a double split coupling on it, but the cover would not go back on. So, I got the keeper/washer down a good bit, then drilled a 1/8 hole in the tube, and put a roll pin in there. Works like new.