HornAxel
Windstar mirror heating issue
Summary of the thread
A 2002 Ford Windstar is experiencing a mirror heating issue, suspected to be caused by a bad connection. Possible causes include frayed wires or corroded plugs, potentially exacerbated by cold weather. Suggested solutions involve inspecting the connections or seeking professional assistance if the issue persists.
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HornAxel (community.author)
Fuses are fine. Cold weather could be a factor. Where exactly are the connections for the mirror heaters? I'd like to inspect them.
viviensky8
Yeah, cold can definitely do it. Honestly, tracing those wires can be a real pain, especially with the error code popping up. It's probably a frayed wire or corroded plug somewhere between the mirror and the car's computer. If you're not super comfortable with auto electrics, might be worth getting a workshop to take a look.
HornAxel (community.author)
Thanks. I'll check the connections if I can find them, but probably will end up at the shop. Seems like a 95€ job.
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viviensky8
Oh man, that sounds annoying! Electrical gremlins are the worst. Did it start happening after some particularly cold weather? I've heard the heater elements in those mirrors can be fragile. Have you checked the fuses?