B0223low severityBody
Heated Mirror Circuit
on 2012 Audi A6 3.0L Supercharged 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
- Test heated mirror switch
- Check heated mirror relay
- Measure voltage at mirror heater connector
- Test heater element resistance
- Check BCM output
Repair notes
Replace mirror glass with integrated heater or repair wiring.
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