B0220
Driver Power Mirror Motor Circuit
1997-2003 BMW 540i E39 4.4L V8 🇨🇦
Low SeverityBody
Description
Malfunction in the driver side power mirror motor circuit. The mirror does not adjust or adjusts erratically.
Symptoms
- Driver mirror not adjusting
- Mirror moves in one direction only
- Mirror switch unresponsive for driver side
- Humming noise from mirror
Common Causes
- Faulty mirror motor
- Mirror switch failure
- Wiring damage in door
- Mirror gearbox stripped
- Connector corrosion
Diagnostic Steps
- Test mirror switch
- Apply direct power to mirror motor
- Check wiring in door
- Test switch connector
- Inspect mirror gearbox
Repair Notes
Replace power mirror assembly or mirror switch.
Related Codes
Other Body Codes
- B0001Driver Frontal Stage 1 Deployment Control
- B0002Driver Frontal Stage 2 Deployment Control
- B0003Passenger Frontal Stage 1 Deployment Control
- B0004Passenger Frontal Stage 2 Deployment Control
- B0005Driver Knee Airbag Deployment Circuit
- B0006Passenger Knee Airbag Deployment Circuit
- B0010Driver Side Airbag Deployment
- B0011Driver Side Airbag Deployment Circuit Open
- B0012Driver Side Airbag Deployment Circuit Short to Ground
- B0013Driver Side Airbag Deployment Circuit Short to Battery
B0220 on Other Vehicles
Common Questions
What does code B0220 mean on a 1997-2003 BMW 540i E39?
B0220 stands for "Driver Power Mirror Motor Circuit". Malfunction in the driver side power mirror motor circuit. The mirror does not adjust or adjusts erratically.
What are the symptoms of B0220 on a BMW 540i E39?
Common symptoms of B0220 include: Driver mirror not adjusting, Mirror moves in one direction only, Mirror switch unresponsive for driver side, Humming noise from mirror.
What causes B0220 on a 1997-2003 BMW 540i E39?
Common causes of B0220 include: Faulty mirror motor, Mirror switch failure, Wiring damage in door, Mirror gearbox stripped, Connector corrosion.