Ford Explorer: Rear View Mirrors / General Procedures - Power Mirrors Synchronization

Synchronization

NOTE: The power folding mirrors may need to be synchronized any time the mirrors are folded or unfolded without using the folding switch, or if a new power folding mirror is installed.

NOTE: The power telescoping mirrors may need to be synchronized any time the mirrors are extended or retracted without using the telescoping switch, or if a new power telescoping mirror is installed.

NOTE: If the power folding or power telescoping mirrors are continuously electronically moved, the power lockout feature disables the system for approximately 3-10 minutes to prevent damage to the power fold or power telescope motors. After 3-10 minutes have elapsed, normal operation resumes.

NOTE: The truck power folding mirror procedure is shown in the videos; other vehicles and power telescoping mirror procedure are similar.

1. Fold or retract both mirrors by hand.
   

1. Using the power folding/power telescoping mirror switch, operate the mirrors until an audible click is heard.
   

1. Operate the power folding or power telescoping mirrors an additional 3 to 4 times to synchronize the mirrors.
   

1. For vehicles equipped with the mirror control switch integral to the window switch, refer to the video below.
   

1. For vehicles equipped with the stand alone mirror control switch, refer to the video below.