Step 3 - Inspect Mirror Motor Operation

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Connect the positive (+) lead from the battery to terminal 3 and negative (-) lead to terminal 1. Check that the mirror turns to left side.

Fig 1: Testing Mirror Motor (1 Of 4)
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Remove the polarity, check that the mirror turns to right side.

Fig 2: Testing Mirror Motor (2 Of 4)
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Connect the positive (+) lead from the battery to terminal 2 and the negative (-) lead to terminal 1. Check that the mirror turns upward.

Fig 3: Testing Mirror Motor (3 Of 4)
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Reverse the polarity, that the mirror turns downward.

Fig 4: Testing Mirror Motor (4 Of 4)
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If operation is not as specified, replace the mirror assembly.