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I've just done this as well (using a fibreglass pen carefully) and was over the moon when it worked. Fantastic forum for tips!
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When I took off the original switch panel, I noticed a bent pin, so I straightened it and found my mirror returned to full function. I now have a spare switch panel for vehicles that only have front electric windows/ mirrors that aren't powerfold. The pin must have been bent when my Hi-Fi speakers and soundproofing were installed since that's the only time the door card came off. |
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...............and once they're working, actuate them every so often.
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Worked brilliantly
My mirrors also worked intermittently and in certain directions.
I followed this guide and used a bit of electrical contact cleaner on the contacts. Now works fully. Many thanks, guides like this are invaluable for a novice like me! |
14th August 2022, 11:31 | #15 |
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I tried all the above except the fibreglass pen, with no success. EVentually I gave the contacts a tiny touch with very fine emery, and they've been fine since. Mine must have had a robust oxide film on them, even though they looked clean and shiny
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Going to sound stupid here.
Which contacts are people talking about? Is it the contacts in the loom plug or the contacts inside the adjuster switch itself? Many Thanks
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Be very very careful levering the little catches open to split the switch pack open - there's a fine line between separating and breaking them
I found something very thin but wider than a screwdriver was ideal... in my case the blunt end of a metal nail file. You'll see what I mean when you try to do it. Take it very slow and patiently
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