Special Tool(s)
SPECIAL TOOLS Fluke 77-IV Digital Multimeter FLU77-4 or equivalent Vehicle Communication Module (VCM) and Integrated Diagnostic System (IDS) software with appropriate hardware, or equivalent diagnostic tool
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SPECIAL TOOLS TABLE Fluke 77-IV Digital Multimeter FLU77-4 or equivalent
The interior auto-dimming rear view mirror automatically reduces the glare caused by headlamps reflecting in the interior rear view mirror. The auto-dimming feature is disabled when the vehicle is in REVERSE. Power is supplied to the interior auto-dimming mirror when the ignition is in the RUN or ACC position.
The interior auto-dimming rear view mirror has 2 photoelectric sensors that detect forward and rearward light conditions, and based on those inputs, adjusts the reflectance level of the interior rear view mirror and LH exterior mirror to eliminate unwanted glare. The reflectance level of the mirror glass is variable and depends on the amount of rear glare in relation to ambient light conditions in front of the interior mirror.
When the forward sensor detects daytime conditions, the rearward sensor is inactive and the mirror glass stays in a high reflectance mode. When the forward sensor detects nighttime conditions, the rearward sensor is active and detects glare from the headlights of vehicles approaching from the rear, or other glare producing light sources. To provide increased visibility when backing up, the interior rear view mirror glass will automatically return to a high reflectance mode whenever the selector lever is placed in REVERSE.
If the forward or rearward sensors are blocked, the auto-dimming interior rear view mirror and LH exterior mirror might not work correctly.
SPECIAL TOOLS TABLE Mirror Remover 501-D118
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Note. Interior auto-dimming mirror without microphone shown, interior auto-dimming mirror with microphone similar.
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| Item | Part Number | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Interior auto-dimming mirror electrical connector (part of 14A005) | |
| 2 | 17700 | Interior auto-dimming mirror |
ITEM DESCRIPTION TABLE
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- Remove the wire cover.
- Disconnect the electrical connector.
- Insert the Mirror Remover between the mirror mount and windshield bracket from the top.
- Release the mirror mount from the windshield bracket by pulling the Mirror Remover and mirror down and away from the windshield. NOTE: Twisting the interior rear view mirror base from right to left may cause a stress fracture to the windshield.
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- Slide the mirror mount over the windshield bracket from the top and adjust the mirror to the upward position.
- Quickly press the mirror assembly downward along the windshield until a click is felt. The click indicates the base is engaged to the windshield bracket.
- Connect the electrical connector and wire cover.
- If equipped, check the compass zone and calibration. For additional information, refer to «DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION»(ref-355951-S42370345432010013000000) .
SPECIAL TOOLS TABLE Installer, Rear Mirror 501-025 (T94P-17700-AH) Mirror Remover 501-D118
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- If equipped, remove the wire cover. NOTE: Twisting the interior rear view mirror base from right to left may cause a stress fracture to the windshield.
- Insert the Mirror Remover between the mirror mount and windshield bracket from the bottom.
- Release the mirror mount from windshield bracket by pulling the Mirror Remover away from the windshield.
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- Slide the mirror mount over the windshield bracket from the top and adjust the mirror to the upward position.
- Using the Rear View Mirror Installer, press the mirror assembly downward along the windshield until the mount is seated on the windshield bracket.
- If equipped, install the wire cover.