Folding mirrors keep going in and then back out

Powercat · Post by **Powercat** » Tue Dec 06, 2011 7:31 pm

Has anyone else had this problem ? folding mirrors keep going in and then back out every time I press the button ones

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In and out in and out................my X looks like a strange type of bird flapping it's wings

pvr · Post by **pvr** » Tue Dec 06, 2011 7:33 pm

Check Sanj's thread about this, something to do with the micro switch and a bit of metal you have to check.

I had this during warranty and the dealer replaced mine.

Powercat · Post by **Powercat** » Tue Dec 06, 2011 8:06 pm

[quote=""pvr""]Check Sanj's thread about this, something to do with the micro switch and a bit of metal you have to check.

I had this during warranty and the dealer replaced mine.[/quote]

I tried searching but no luck, but I think you have given me a hint as to where the problem may be, I will have a closer look when I get time.
Thank's

scooby1doo1 · Post by **scooby1doo1** » Tue Dec 06, 2011 8:24 pm

Yep had this on mine, just take the cover off the back of the mirror. You will see what needs to be done, don't go to heavy handed on removing the cover, this cold will cause it to snap a bracket.

I don't remember where I got the guide from but google it I no luck finding one.

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pvr · Post by **pvr** » Tue Dec 06, 2011 8:35 pm

This is the thread viewtopic.php?f=22&t=88

Powercat · Post by **Powercat** » Tue Dec 06, 2011 10:04 pm

Thank's Pvr

and a big thank's to Sanj

Sanj · Post by **Sanj** » Tue Dec 06, 2011 10:19 pm

Glad I could help (hopefully).

Powercat · Post by **Powercat** » Fri Dec 09, 2011 3:35 pm

That was so easy to fix and find the problem, it was the driver's side in the end, the little arm chest needed to be bent out a little bit more

Sanj's guide was a great help, I recommend it to anyone with similar problems

Lee_thefirst · Post by **Lee_thefirst** » Mon Dec 12, 2011 5:21 pm

How long did it take you? what tools did you need?

Powercat · Post by **Powercat** » Fri Dec 16, 2011 10:03 am

[quote=""Lee_thefirst""]How long did it take you? what tools did you need?[/quote]

Sorry I didn't see this post until now, it only took me about 10 minutes five minutes each side, I used a screwdriver to ease the covers off and release the microbes switch, as long as you follow Sanj's guide everything should be good.

kkodal78 · Post by **kkodal78** » Sat Dec 17, 2011 1:17 am

are the micro switches universal for right and left side? if it is i might take the my old mirror back from the collision center for spares for future as it is still in working condition on folding part. it might come in handy one day.

Rusty · Post by **Rusty** » Sat Dec 17, 2011 1:55 am

Def keep the old one for spares mate. You never know when you may need a bit. Afaik the micro switches are the same for both sides.

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kkodal78 · Post by **kkodal78** » Sat Dec 17, 2011 11:00 am

that sounds great. my driver side is going to have a lifetime warranty as long as i own the X5. it would be a good spare for the passenger side if anything happens to it. thank you for the clarification.

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