MAMUSTANG ATLASTHE ENTHUSIAST'S REFERENCE

2016 workshop · Body & Paint

Rear View Mirrors

501-09 Rear View Mirrors

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disables the system for approximately 3-10 minutes to prevent damage to the power fold motors. After 3-10 minutes have elapsed, normal operation resumes. The power folding mirrors may need to be synchronized when the LH, RH or both power folding mirrors are partially folded in toward the door manually, and then folded inward using the power folding mirror control switch. Verify that the power folding mirrors are not binding or obstructed.

PINPOINT TEST G : THE LH (LEFT-HAND) AND/OR RH (RIGHT-HAND) POWER FOLDING MIRROR IS

INOPERATIVE/ DO NOT OPERATE CORRECTLY (IF EQUIPPED)

NOTICE: Use the correct probe adapter(s) when making measurements. Failure to use the correct probe adapter(s) may cause damage to the connector. Use only Rotunda Flex Probes (NUD105- R025D)

G1 CHECK POWER FOLDING MIRROR OPERATION

Ignition ON. Press the exterior mirror folding switch to activate the power folding mirrors.

Are both power folding mirrors inoperative or do not operate correctly?

Yes

GO to G2

No

GO to G10

G2 CHECK THE EXTERIOR FOLDING MIRROR CONTROL SWITCH

Ignition OFF. Disconnect: Front Door Window Control Switch C504. Perform the appropriate component test. Refer to Wiring Diagrams Cell 149 for schematic and connector information.

Did the exterior folding mirror control switch pass the component test?

Yes

GO to G3

No

INSTALL a new exterior folding mirror control switch (integral to the front door window control switch).

REFER to: Front Door Window Control Switch (501-11 Glass, Frames and Mechanisms, Removal and Installation).

G3 CHECK THE FOLDING MIRROR CONTROL CIRCUIT FOR A SHORT TO GROUND

Disconnect: Power Folding Mirror Relay C3276. Measure:

Click to display connectors

Positive Lead

Measurement / Action

Negative Lead

C504-2

Ground

Is the resistance greater than 10,000 ohms?

Yes

GO to G4

No

REPAIR the circuit. SYNCHRONIZE the power folding mirrors.

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