Folding Mirrors on f-150
02-26-2015, 03:39 PM
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I would like to thank everyone that posted comments/guidance on how to install the new mirrors. With help I was able to install new power folding towing mirrors on my 2013 XLT. The mirrors were from 1aauto at a cost of about $470 and new switch at $26. Took about 2.5 hours (worked slow). The mirrors look great and only have one issue. The drivers side mirror's motor is about 2 seconds slower than the passenger side. I would post pictures but I wasn't even thinking about taking any at the time.
02-27-2015, 12:07 PM
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03-08-2015, 07:18 AM
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Just did the swap of power fold mirrors yesterday and all went great. It took less then 2 hours to complete. One thing that I want to note. Some trucks have a connector for the harness in the door jamb and others have a rubber boot. Mine having the rubber boot made it easy, no drilling through the plug to get wires from the door into the cab.
Also when I ordered the pins for the connectors there was a $30 minimum order. So I purchased a couple hundred to meet the minimum requirement. If anyone needs some send me your info and I can put 10 of them in a envelope and mail them to you. It helps to have a few extra in case you damage one trying to crimp it or other.
Also when I ordered the pins for the connectors there was a $30 minimum order. So I purchased a couple hundred to meet the minimum requirement. If anyone needs some send me your info and I can put 10 of them in a envelope and mail them to you. It helps to have a few extra in case you damage one trying to crimp it or other.
04-11-2015, 09:05 AM
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I have a 2013 xlt screw. I have been reading this whole thread multiple times. I did the wiring and switch replacement first. I did a little work at a time. I wanted to make sure I got it right and didn't jump right into putting the mirrors on before double checking everything. I get anxious as a lot of us on here might. Tapped into the parking light circuit for the marker light. I combined it with the puddle light wire and used diodes on each line. I installed the power fold tow mirrors from 1aauto. AMRP01414. I just put them on last night. They look beautiful. They work like a charm. I couldn't have done it without all the info from people on this forum. I didn't drill any holes. I only used connectors. I used the same products as stated in this thread. The only thing I added was the male connectors needed at the door jam connector on the cab side.
04-12-2015, 11:03 AM
#175
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pics
Some pics of the installed mirrors in case anyone wanted to see how they look before buying.
https://www.f150forum.com/g/picture/3270472
https://www.f150forum.com/g/picture/3270473
https://www.f150forum.com/g/picture/3270474
https://www.f150forum.com/g/picture/3270475
https://www.f150forum.com/g/picture/3270472
https://www.f150forum.com/g/picture/3270473
https://www.f150forum.com/g/picture/3270474
https://www.f150forum.com/g/picture/3270475
04-16-2015, 08:22 AM
#176
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I have a 2013 xlt screw. I have been reading this whole thread multiple times. I did the wiring and switch replacement first. I did a little work at a time. I wanted to make sure I got it right and didn't jump right into putting the mirrors on before double checking everything. I get anxious as a lot of us on here might. Tapped into the parking light circuit for the marker light. I combined it with the puddle light wire and used diodes on each line. I installed the power fold tow mirrors from 1aauto. AMRP01414. I just put them on last night. They look beautiful. They work like a charm. I couldn't have done it without all the info from people on this forum. I didn't drill any holes. I only used connectors. I used the same products as stated in this thread. The only thing I added was the male connectors needed at the door jam connector on the cab side.
04-16-2015, 07:06 PM
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Thanks, avoid my mistakes!
Thanks everyone for the great thread, it was a big help.
I have a 2011 SuperCrew Platinum, 6.2L MaxTow so it came with the manual fold trailer mirrors. All wires were filled.
I installed 1AAuto #01415, mirror switch 7L1Z17b676-AA, and DSM BB5Z14C708A. All works great, no wiring required. So if you have a high trim model that came without power folders because of Max Tow, I would recommend this method thoroughly.
I made two mistakes (hopefully you can avoid)
1. When you remove the door panel, there is a clip behind the door pull handle. Be very careful around it, mine was only gently attached and fell into the door cavity when I bumped it. Had to order one in from the dealer.
2. Try to get a "fresh stock" DSM, and plug it in last. My first attempt at the project, I plugged in the DSM first to make sure the memory seats, seat cooler, etc still worked. Then I replaced the mirrors and the switch. With this DSM, there was no power folding action. I’m not sure if the DSM recognized the old mirrors and non-folding switch and disabled the folding feature permanently, or perhaps it was old stock (got it off ebay). When I plugged in a new DSM ordered from Tasca, it worked fine. So plug the new DSM in last!
Hope this helps those who might try this.
I have a 2011 SuperCrew Platinum, 6.2L MaxTow so it came with the manual fold trailer mirrors. All wires were filled.
I installed 1AAuto #01415, mirror switch 7L1Z17b676-AA, and DSM BB5Z14C708A. All works great, no wiring required. So if you have a high trim model that came without power folders because of Max Tow, I would recommend this method thoroughly.
I made two mistakes (hopefully you can avoid)
1. When you remove the door panel, there is a clip behind the door pull handle. Be very careful around it, mine was only gently attached and fell into the door cavity when I bumped it. Had to order one in from the dealer.
2. Try to get a "fresh stock" DSM, and plug it in last. My first attempt at the project, I plugged in the DSM first to make sure the memory seats, seat cooler, etc still worked. Then I replaced the mirrors and the switch. With this DSM, there was no power folding action. I’m not sure if the DSM recognized the old mirrors and non-folding switch and disabled the folding feature permanently, or perhaps it was old stock (got it off ebay). When I plugged in a new DSM ordered from Tasca, it worked fine. So plug the new DSM in last!
Hope this helps those who might try this.
04-16-2015, 09:15 PM
#178
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Yes, the part # is 1438299-4. That is the exact fit male connector for the female connectors used. I ordered on amazon. They came from Data Alchemy. Fairly quick shipping and cheap. For a pack of 10 I paid $3.80 + tax/shipping. It was under $10.
04-21-2015, 09:38 AM
#179
2011 F150 Lariat w/too many mods to list...but:
just added 1aAuto pf's and only needed a new switch and DSM.
about 1.5 hr to install and bam...worked perfectly! No programming or extra wires needed.
I did have memory, heated to begin with.
My original painted caps even popped right on the 1aAuto mirrors just fine.
BTW, that passenger side 1aAuto mirror takes a while to get used to...the jury is still out weather i will put in the old glass or not....and i don't miss the auto dim at all...maybe if someone figures out how to mod these to put in the old glass, i might to it someday, but not now.
Almost wish I held out for the pf tow mirrors, maybe later, we'll see. Great forum, and great info...couldn't have done it without you guys!
just added 1aAuto pf's and only needed a new switch and DSM.
about 1.5 hr to install and bam...worked perfectly! No programming or extra wires needed.
I did have memory, heated to begin with.
My original painted caps even popped right on the 1aAuto mirrors just fine.
BTW, that passenger side 1aAuto mirror takes a while to get used to...the jury is still out weather i will put in the old glass or not....and i don't miss the auto dim at all...maybe if someone figures out how to mod these to put in the old glass, i might to it someday, but not now.
Almost wish I held out for the pf tow mirrors, maybe later, we'll see. Great forum, and great info...couldn't have done it without you guys!
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04-26-2015, 12:52 PM
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Okay here's the info , thanks to donsmar1 !! remove door panels, remove old mirrors,on the passengers door mirror connector, find pin #'s 7 violet/brown and # 16 green/violet and splice a wire to each. Run those wires over to the drivers door.( this may require drilling a hole or 2 to get them there). When you get to the drivers door find the same colored wires and pin #'s on the mirror connector ,and splice the 2 wires from the passenger side to the corresponding wires on the drivers door . At this time you will also need to pigtail a wire from the #7 wire to the # 6 wire on the switch which is a yellow/orange, and a wire from the # 16 to the #4 on the switch which is gray/brown.Wiring them this way will eliminate the need for the relay and a flash at the dealer, but will also eliminate the memory function. These instructions will work for you if you had power mirrors to begin with, and have the proper switch. I dont know about any other years or models, this applies to the 2010 , but it may be the same or similar for other years. Again Thanks to DONSMAR1 for the info !!
I have a 2010 xlt wire color was different and I also did not have wires in the doors going to the mirrors.
Added them and ran wire through glove box and under radio dash and now I have power folding mirrors.
Thanks!!
