SoundWave Posted December 13, 2006 Share Posted December 13, 2006 Hi All, My wing mirror got knocked off this morning and, out of habit, when I stopped I pressed the button for them to fold in. Now the motor on the one that is broken won't stop. What is the fuse that governs them? I tried RAD NO 2 in the drivers footwell but it doesn't stop it. Any ideas? Cheers, Andy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris and Alana Posted December 13, 2006 Share Posted December 13, 2006 please dont laf but I didnt know soops had motorised folding wing mirrors:hide: . Iv got a 1993 GZ, how do you fold them? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lockys96 Posted December 13, 2006 Share Posted December 13, 2006 not all do mate, there is a button on the dash. i have the folding type but no oem mirrors Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thorin Posted December 13, 2006 Share Posted December 13, 2006 They're either heated or folding (rocker switch above and to right of ignition). UK specs are all heated. But I don't know which fuse it is Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SoundWave Posted December 13, 2006 Author Share Posted December 13, 2006 Well they are certainly strong little motors. I tried jamming a screwdriver against it (which wasn't that easy as it is broken) and it just kept on going! At the moment as soon as the key is turned it starts and so is on all the time I am driving. I'm worried about it burning out but I think the motor comes as part of a new mirror so hopefully it won't matter. It is just very annoying! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest gzaerojon Posted December 13, 2006 Share Posted December 13, 2006 how easy would it be to get to the connector and unplug it? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SoundWave Posted December 13, 2006 Author Share Posted December 13, 2006 That is a good question. I guess it involves taking the door card off which I haven't attempted before. I hopefully have a replacement coming so will be attempting that at the weekend. If its a quick-ish job then I will have a go before. Just going to do a search now... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest gzaerojon Posted December 13, 2006 Share Posted December 13, 2006 does the replacement include the motor? if so, why not just cut the wire? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SoundWave Posted December 13, 2006 Author Share Posted December 13, 2006 Found a good guide on here Cheers Andy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SoundWave Posted December 13, 2006 Author Share Posted December 13, 2006 does the replacement include the motor? if so, why not just cut the wire? I think it does but I don't want to do anything permanent until i'm sure! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest gzaerojon Posted December 13, 2006 Share Posted December 13, 2006 I think it does but I don't want to do anything permanent until i'm sure! true i've got a pair of folding mirrors, if you find a good wiring diagram in your travels let me know, as i want to fit them soon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
osso Posted December 13, 2006 Share Posted December 13, 2006 Hi All, My wing mirror got knocked off this morning and, out of habit, when I stopped I pressed the button for them to fold in. Now the motor on the one that is broken won't stop. What is the fuse that governs them? I tried RAD NO 2 in the drivers footwell but it doesn't stop it. Any ideas? Cheers, Andy Sounds like your wing mirror casing is broken, the motor is supposed to keep on going until it physically cant open or close any further, sounds the the piece or plastic or metal has broken off preventing this obstruction. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
osso Posted December 13, 2006 Share Posted December 13, 2006 By the way, if you wanna stop the motor from spinning, take the door card off, and unplug the loom to the mirror! If you cant find the fuse. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SoundWave Posted December 14, 2006 Author Share Posted December 14, 2006 Sounds like your wing mirror casing is broken, the motor is supposed to keep on going until it physically cant open or close any further, sounds the the piece or plastic or metal has broken off preventing this obstruction. Yes the mirror is hanging off by the wires! I just wasn't sure if there were electrical contacts that were touched to turn it off once it had rotated. I will take the card off at the weekend because I hope to have a replacement by then. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Recommended Posts
Join the conversation
You can post now and register later. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account.
Note: Your post will require moderator approval before it will be visible.