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Important: This step must be completed before using the symptom tables.

Review the system operation in order to familiarize yourself with the system functions. Refer to Automatic Day-Night Mirror Description and Operation .

Visual/Physical Inspection

    • Inspect for aftermarket devices which could affect the operation of the rear window defogger system or the inside rearview mirror. Refer to Checking Aftermarket Accessories in Wiring Systems.
    • Inspect the easily accessible or visible system components for obvious damage or conditions which could cause the symptom.

Intermittent Conditions

Faulty electrical connections or wiring may be the cause of intermittent conditions. Refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections in Wiring Systems.

Symptom List

Refer to the following in order to diagnose the symptom:

    •  Mirrors - Temperature Display Inaccurate
    •  Mirrors - Temperature Displays SC or OC
    •  Mirror Compass Display Inoperative or Inaccurate
    •  Automatic Day-Night Mirrors Inoperative
    •  Compass Calibration and Magnetic Variance
    •  Automatic Day-Night Mirror Description and Operation