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1998 SUBARU IMPREZA

2.5L H4AWDCVTgas
3 active safety recalls on this vehicle — view recalls
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B0220low severityBody

Driver Power Mirror Motor Circuit

on 1998 Subaru Impreza 2.5L H4 · AWD

What this code means

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

  1. Test mirror switch
  2. Apply direct power to mirror motor
  3. Check wiring in door
  4. Test switch connector
  5. Inspect mirror gearbox

Repair notes

Replace power mirror assembly or mirror switch.

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