Heated Element: Testing and Inspection

Heated mirrors are available on models with Power Mirrors and Rear Window Defogger only. The heated mirror is controlled by the rear window defogger switch. The heated mirror is ON when the rear window defogger is ON.

Test Procedure
1. The mirror should be warm to the touch.
2. If not, check the 10 amp fuse12.in the junction block behind the instrument panel to the left of the steering column.
3. Test voltage at rear window defogger switch.
- If no voltage repair wire.

Power Mirror Test:

- Apply voltage to one wire and ground the other for pin numbers. Mirror should become warm to the touch.
- If not remove mirror glass and test the wires for continuity. If no continuity repair wires.
- If wires are OK, replace mirror glass.
- To test defogger switch refer to Electrically Heated Systems.