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Old Sep 9, 2013 | 04:52 PM
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Driver's side mirror is making noise (mirror motor winding noise) after starting car, 6-7 seconds. What could be the problem; is it in the mirror itself, in the mirror control unit inside the door or in the mirror switch on the dash (used to control mirror tilting? Any suggestions are appreciated.
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Old Sep 9, 2013 | 06:31 PM
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Driver's side mirror is making noise (mirror motor winding noise) after starting car, 6-7 seconds. What could be the problem; is it in the mirror itself, in the mirror control unit inside the door or in the mirror switch on the dash (used to control mirror tilting? Any suggestions are appreciated.
Is it the mirror folding or glass adjustment motor?
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Old Sep 10, 2013 | 03:53 PM
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I believing it is the mirror trying to fold in or out. Would u know if there is a small motor in the mirror?
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Old Sep 10, 2013 | 06:45 PM
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yes, there is a small motor in the mirror. check if the threaded shaft is engaged with the mirror . Sometimes it can get disengaged and then the motor will keep spinning but won't pull the mirror back. You can push on the mirror and try to use mirror movement buttons at the same time.
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