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2012 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER

3.5L V6AWDAUTOMATICgas
2 active safety recalls on this vehicle — view recalls
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B0223low severityBody

Heated Mirror Circuit

on 2012 Toyota Highlander 3.5L V6 · AWD

What this code means

Malfunction in the heated mirror circuit. The mirror defroster element is not functioning.

Symptoms

  • Mirrors do not defrost
  • Mirror stays fogged in cold/humid conditions
  • Heated mirror indicator not working

Common causes

  • Burnt out mirror heating element
  • Faulty heated mirror switch
  • Wiring damage
  • Relay failure
  • BCM output issue

Diagnostic steps

  1. Test heated mirror switch
  2. Check heated mirror relay
  3. Measure voltage at mirror heater connector
  4. Test heater element resistance
  5. Check BCM output

Repair notes

Replace mirror glass with integrated heater or repair wiring.

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