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Automatic Dimming Inside Mirror Test




Automatic Dimming Inside Mirror Test

1. Check for obstructions (parking stickers, labels, etc.) over the front-facing lux level sensor (A).





2. Remove the cover (B), then disconnect 7P connector (C).

3. Turn the ignition switch to ON (II).

4. Measure the voltage between terminal No. 1 and body ground.

- If there is battery voltage, go to step 5.
- If there is no voltage, check for:
- Blown No. 36 (10 A) fuse in the under-dash fuse/relay box.
- An open or high resistance in the wire.
- Faulty IG2 cut relay.
- Faulty under-dash fuse relay box

5. Turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0).

6. Reconnect the 7P connector.

7. Turn the ignition switch to ON (II).

8. Measure the voltage between terminal No. 2 and body ground.

- If there is less than 0.2 V, go to step 9.
- If there is more than 0.2 V, check for:
- An open or high resistance in the ground wire.
- Poor ground (G701).

9. Measure the voltage between terminal No. 3 and body ground with the shift lever in R (or reverse) position.

- If there is battery voltage, replace the rearview mirror.
- If there is no voltage, check for:
- Blown No. 10 (7.5 A) fuse in the under-dash fuse/relay box.
- An open or high resistance in the wire.
- Faulty under-dash fuse/relay box.
- Faulty transmission range switch.