Canada - Body - Exterior Mirrors Not Automatically Movong
BulletinTSB2803
Issue Date
June 8, 2010
Title
EXTERIOR MIRRORS WILL NOT AUTOMATICALLY RETURN WHEN SHIFTING FROM REVERSE TO DRIVE
Component
BODY
Models
'03-'09 GX470
TSB SUPERSESSION NOTICE
The information contained in this TSB supersedes the information for the 2003 - 2006 model year GX470 in TSB2259.
TSB2259 is Obsolete and any printed versions should be discarded. Be sure to review the entire content of this service bulletin before proceeding.
INTRODUCTION:
Some 2003-2009 GX470 vehicles may experience a condition where one or both of the outer rear view mirrors will not automatically return to the proper position when shifting from reverse to drive. A newly designed mirror ECU is available to correct this condition. For 2003 - 2006 model year vehicles it is also necessary to replace the mirror actuator. This condition does not affect the manual operation of the exterior mirrors from the adjustment switch.
APPLICABILITY:
PRODUCTION CHANGE INFORMATION:
This TSB applies to vehicles produced BEFORE the Production Change Effective VINs shown.
WARRANTY INFORMATION:
PARTS INFORMATION:
REPAIR PROCEDURE (2003-2009 MY MIRROR ECU REPLACEMENT):
1. Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal.
CAUTION
Wait at least 90 seconds after the ignition switch is turned to the "LOCK" position and the negative (-) terminal cable is disconnected from the battery before starting the operation.
2. Remove the No. 1 Instrument panel under cover sub-assembly.
A. Remove the screw.
B. Disengage 2 clips and 1 claw.
3. Locate Mirror ECU and disconnect the 25 pin (R10) connector (White).
4. Remove bolt and Mirror ECU.
5. Install updated mirror ECU.
6. Reinstall No. 1 Instrument panel Sub-Assembly.
7. Reconnect the negative (-) battery terminal.
8. Check operation of mirrors.
9. Perform system initialization.
REPAIR PROCEDURE (FOR 2003-2006 MY MIRROR ACTUATOR REPLACEMENT ONLY):
1. Disconnect the mirror.
A. Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal.
B. To prevent damage, apply protective tape on the lower side of the mirror body.
C. Push the upper corner of the mirror to tilt out the lower corner.
D. Insert a flat blade screwdriver between the mirror holder (black) and plate pivot (white), and twist to disconnect the two (2) lower claws.
E. Push the lower side of the plate pivot to tilt it down.
F. Pull up the mirror to disconnect the two (2) upper claws.
G. For heated mirrors: Disconnect both 1-pin heater connectors from the mirror assembly.
2. Remove the mirror actuator.
A. Remove the three (3) screws from the actuator.
B. Gently disconnect the three (3) connectors from the mirror actuator.
C. Remove the OLD actuator and discard.
3. Assemble a NEW actuator and mirror.
Reassembly is the reverse order of disassembly.
You MUST fit in the harness connector correctly.
Confirm correct connector color indication on the back surface of the mirror actuator (one gray and one black flat 2-pin connector).
A. Tighten the three (3) screws for the actuator.
Torque: 1.5 - 1.96 N-m (5.30 - 19.99 kgf-cm, 13.28 - 17.35 in-lbf)
B. For heated mirrors: Resecure the heater terminals.
C. Hook the upper claws of the mirror holder into the plate pivot.
D. Reconnect the mirror holder - Apply pressure to the indicated areas until you hear the holder clips snap into place.
CAUTION
If pressure is applied in areas other than the ones indicated, the mirror glass may break.
4. Repeat steps 1B through 3D on the opposite side rear view mirror.
5. Reconnect the negative (-) battery terminal.
6. Test normal operation of mirrors.
7. Remove the protective tape and clean the mirror housing and glass.
8. Re-initialize power systems.
NOTE:
Issue of this Technical Service Bulletin is to ensure that proper repair information is available. IT DOES NOT CONSTITUTE AN AUTHORIZATION FOR REPAIR. Normal provisions of the formal warranty policy, as applicable, will apply.