Exterior Mirror Motor Synchronization - Power Folding

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2016 Ford Expedition. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE: The power folding mirrors must be synchronized anytime the mirrors are folded or unfolded without using the exterior mirror control switch, or if a new power folding mirror is installed.

NOTE: If the power folding mirrors are electronically folded or unfolded continuously (6 to 10 cycles), the power lockout feature will disable the system for 7-10 minutes to prevent damage to the power fold motors. After 7-10 minutes have elapsed, normal operation will resume.

1.

NOTE: For vehicles equipped with the mirror control switch integral to the window switch,
For vehicles equipped with the mirror control switch integral to the window switch:
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For vehicles equipped with the stand alone mirror control switch:
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Fold the mirrors back on each side so they are parallel with the side windows.

2.

Position the exterior mirror control switch to the CENTER position.

NOTE: It may be necessary to cycle the power folding mirrors in or out up to 4 times before they are synchronized.

3.

Press the exterior mirror control switch rearward to the FOLD/UNFOLD position and cycle the power folding mirrors in and out 4 times.

4.

When an audible popping sound is heard, the power folding mirror motors are synchronized.