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Symptom Chart(s)

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Diagnostics in this service information assume a certain skill level and knowledge of Ford-specific diagnostic practices. REFER to DIAGNOSTIC METHODS for more information about these practices.

SYMPTOM CHART - INTERIOR MIRROR

Condition Possible Sources Action
  • The interior mirror is blemished
  • Interior mirror glass/housing is dirty
  • NOTE: Do not clean the housing or glass of any mirror with harsh abrasives, fuel or other petroleum-based cleaning products.

    CLEAN the affected interior mirror surface.

  • The interior mirror is damaged
  • The auto-dimming mirror does not operate correctly
  • Obstructed forward or rearward-facing sensor
  • INSPECT for:
    • Stickers, window decals, tags
    • Non-OEM window tinting
  • If possible, REMOVE the obstruction. If the obstruction cannot be removed, GO to PINPOINT TEST D  to test the interior auto-dimming mirror for correct function.
  • Light source near or inside of vehicle
  • None. Any light source the rearward-facing sensor is exposed to can be considered glare.
  • Vehicle inside garage or tunnel
  • None. Ambient light conditions are similar to nighttime.
  • Fuse
  • Circuitry
  • Interior auto-dimming mirror
  • Body Control Module B (BCM-B)
  • Interior mirror compass concerns
  • -
  • Interior mirror video display concerns
  • -
NOTE: NVH symptoms should be identified using the diagnostic tools that are available. For a list of these tools, an explanation of their uses and a glossary of common terms, refer to NOISE, VIBRATION & HARSHNESS . Since it is possible any one of multiple systems may be the cause of a symptom, it may be necessary to use a process of elimination type of diagnostic approach to pinpoint the responsible system. If this is not the causal system for the symptom, refer back to NOISE, VIBRATION & HARSHNESS for the next likely system and continue diagnosis.
SYMPTOM CHART - NVH

Condition Possible Sources Action
  • The interior mirror vibrates/loose
  • Interior mirror mounting loose
  • If the mirror is still on the windshield do not remove  . ATTEMPT to fully seat the mirror first. If the mirror is still loose or vibrates, REMOVE and REINSTALL the mirror. REFER to INTERIOR REAR VIEW MIRROR . If the condition still exists, INSTALL a new mirror.