What is wrong with my 2007 Chevy Malibu power mirrors?

Question

My power side view mirrors don't work most of the time. I physically have to move the mirror and it is a multiple user car. Is it a fuse? or is it something else?

Answer 1

If the mirrors work at all, it's probably not a fuse issue. It could be a number of other issues...frayed wiring or loose connections in the power mirror circuit, a bad mirror switch or the mirror motors are bad. It's unlikely that both mirror motors went bad at the same time so I would suggest checking the wiring and connections and the mirror switch for problems.



The mirror switch itself runs about 20-25.00 online or higher at a dealer....check local salvage yards for used ones if need be. You can test for power at the mirror switch... set the switch to either side and see if you are getting power in the wiring that goes to the mirror and test for power to the switch itself with a testlight or voltmeter. Test for a good ground as well. If you are getting power to and from the switch then check for frayed or damaged wiring in the door pillar rubber boot...there is a rubber boot or flexible conduit that goes in between each front door and the door pillars of the body. In some cases over time, the wiring inside that rubber boot for the mirrors and power windows and locks can get frayed and break from opening and closing the doors. You would have to cut a slit in the rubber boot and inspect the wiring inside for fraying/damage. Being an 07 model car, it's not likely that is the problem but it is a possibility in some cases.



Mirror switch at Partsgeek,com...

http://www.partsgeek.com/gbproducts/TC/17833-06015011.html?utm_source=google&utm_medium=ff&utm_content=TC&utm_campaign=PartsGeek+Google+Base&utm_term=2004-2008+Chevrolet+Malibu+Mirror+Switch+Replacement+1240116+Front+Left+04-08+Chevrolet+Mirror+Switch+2007+2006&fp=pp&gbm=a&gclid=CMCi3oi_57sCFQlgMgodVSYAGA



More info on how to test for power....

http://www.justanswer.com/chevy/4y861-chevrolet-malibu-2005-malibu-newer-body-electric.html

Answer 2

Does your remote have a 1 or 2 on the back? Many Chevys have automatic memories that set mirror position depending on the drivers remote.

Someone may have pushed the mirror surface and that can put the mirror at the maximum position range one direction or another. Try pushing the glass mirror manually, you will here the gears make noise. Then see if the controls work. If that does not work it's time for the dealer and diagnostic time.

Answer 3

Hello Marcus,



I apologize that you are experiencing a concern with your Chevrolet Malibu’s mirrors. I would suggest reaching out to a local Chevrolet dealership to look further into this concern and to see if they could diagnose the concern. If you would like my assistance in working with the dealership, please email me your name, contact info, VIN, mileage, and dealership you would like to work with at [e-mail]. If you need help locating a dealership, I would be more than happy to help you locate one too. I would just need your zip code as well. When you send the email, please include “ATTN GREG” in the subject line so that it gets delivered straight to me. I hope to hear from you soon.



Gregory W.

GM Customer Care

Answer 4

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Answer 5

If the fuse was blown they wouldn't work at all or anytime.....You need to look for another problem or take it to a mechanic.