power folding mirror.....08 Silverado

[327chevy]

My passenger folding mirror quit working,not sure when it happened because I hardly ever use this option but I noticed it earlier today.No I haven't looked into it yet but I thought I'd ask to see if someone could give me a heads up where to start looking for a possible fix.

[GMCustomerService]

Unfortunately, I don't have troubleshooting information to help you in this situation. If you decide to work with a GM dealership to get this taken care of, please keep me posted on your progress! I can check into warranty/recall information in the meantime if you wanted to send me the last 8 digits of your VIN.
Sarah, GM Customer Service

[gmtech1]

If its just the one side, there is either a wiring issue, a problem with the mirror motor or a door module problem. There is most likley a "B" code stored that would help in the diagnostics, but, without the correct scanner you will not be able read the code.

[danielsatur]

Is it really needed?
New bells & whistles are not the most reliable.

It's not unusual to isolate, or pull fuse's on options that are not needed.
Example-
Day time running lights
Heated seats
rear wipers
wipers for head lights
electric defrost
folding mirrors
OnStar
Amps - How many watts do you really need?

[327chevy]

I scheduled an appointment to have a couple of issues fixed,one the folding mirror and the other is the sticking door retaining rollers on the hinges.The dealer I bought the truck from is replacing all 4 hinges and now that I know about this problem I will keep the rollers lubed but the mirror problem is yet to be sorted out.The service guy I talked to today on the phone asked if the mirror got bumped in a parking lot which could have knocked it off track or something.

[j cAT]

Originally Posted by 327chevy

I scheduled an appointment to have a couple of issues fixed,one the folding mirror and the other is the sticking door retaining rollers on the hinges.The dealer I bought the truck from is replacing all 4 hinges and now that I know about this problem I will keep the rollers lubed but the mirror problem is yet to be sorted out.The service guy I talked to today on the phone asked if the mirror got bumped in a parking lot which could have knocked it off track or something.

owners with these do have problems like this. they switched to the manual type. lots of failures with this option .

since the driverside controls work it is most likely the passsengerside mirror motor.
expensive . about 300.oo ea.

I use 30wt air compressor oil with some powered grafite mixed in , to lube the door hinges/latches. use a small acid brush to coat the surface.

[GMCustomerService]

I'm glad they seem to be moving forward in getting these two concerns taken care of! If anything should come up and you wanted for me to check into things further, I'm available to assist.
Sarah, GM Customer Service

[danielsatur]

Try Resetting the power on fold away mirror, the procedure should be in the owners manual.
I hope this saves you $500, the mirror was probably accidentally obstructed while folding.

[327chevy]

I actually bought 2 years of warranty when I got the truck so the most it will cost me is the $100 deductable.j Cat I saw your reply about keeping these door hinges lubed on an older post so I will definitely be keeping the new ones oiled up.

[danielsatur]

It's funny, how one side mirror cost more than the other!
I like the ICAT Trade secret formula too, it's better than traditional motor oils for door hinges.
What about the cost next time?

A $100 lap dance would feel better, than a $500 to reset mirror!