Side Mirror Assembly

This procedure covers removal and installation of the side mirror assembly on a 2014 Ram 2500, including disconnecting electrical connectors and properly torquing mounting hardware.

Warnings

Tools required

Parts

• Side mirror assembly × 1 — Use OEM specification for power/heated/towing mirrors
• Mirror mounting gasket × 1 — Typically included with mirror assembly

Preparation

1. Park vehicle on level surface and set parking brake
2. Disconnect negative battery terminal and wait 2 minutes for system capacitors to discharge
3. Roll down window on affected side to access interior door panel
4. Have clean workspace ready to place removed mirror assembly

Procedure

1. 1

   Access interior door panel components
   Open the door fully. Use trim panel removal tool to carefully pry off the small triangular trim cover located at the front upper corner of the door panel where it meets the mirror base. This cover conceals the mirror mounting bolts and electrical connector.
2. 2

   Disconnect mirror electrical connector
   Locate the electrical connector behind the trim panel. Press the connector lock tab and carefully pull the connector apart. For power folding mirrors, there will be a larger multi-pin connector. If connector is difficult to separate, spray with electrical contact cleaner and gently wiggle while pulling.
3. 3

   Remove mirror mounting bolts
   Locate the three Torx T30 mounting bolts securing the mirror base to the door frame. While supporting the mirror assembly from the outside with your other hand or having an assistant hold it, remove all three bolts completely. Note the position of any spacers or washers.
4. 4

   Remove mirror assembly
   Carefully pull the mirror assembly away from the door, feeding the wiring harness through the door opening. Remove the old gasket from the door mounting surface if it did not come off with the mirror. Clean the mounting surface on the door with a clean cloth to ensure proper seal.
5. 5

   Prepare new mirror assembly
   Inspect the new mirror assembly for shipping damage. If a new gasket is included, position it on the back of the mirror base aligning all three mounting holes. Apply a thin layer of dielectric grease to the electrical connector pins on the mirror side to prevent corrosion.
6. 6

   Install new mirror assembly
   Feed the wiring harness through the door opening from outside. Align the mirror base with the three mounting holes on the door frame. Ensure the gasket is properly positioned between the mirror and door. Hand-start all three mounting bolts before tightening any of them.
7. 7

   Torque mirror mounting bolts
   Using a torque wrench with T30 Torx bit, tighten the three mounting bolts in a star pattern to ensure even pressure. Torque to specification per the Mounting Bolts value. Verify the mirror sits flush against the door with no gaps in the gasket seal.
   Torque spec

   Module Mounting Bolts8 Nm (6 lb-ft)
8. 8

   Reconnect electrical connector
   Push the electrical connector together firmly until you hear and feel the locking tab click into place. Gently tug on both sides of the connector to verify it is fully locked. Ensure no wires are pinched between the door panel and mirror base.
9. 9

   Reinstall trim panel
   Align the triangular trim cover with its mounting clips on the door panel. Press firmly around all edges until all clips are fully seated and the panel is flush with surrounding trim.
10. 10

    Reconnect battery and test
    Reconnect the negative battery terminal and torque to specification. Turn ignition to the ON position without starting engine. Test all mirror functions including power adjustment in all directions, heating element if equipped, and power folding if equipped.
    Torque spec

    Battery Terminal Bolts6 Nm (4 lb-ft)

Reassembly

1. Ensure all electrical connectors are fully locked and no wires are pinched
2. Verify mirror gasket is properly sealed with no gaps around perimeter
3. If equipped with power folding mirrors, perform mirror calibration using appropriate scan tool per manufacturer procedure

Verification

• Test mirror adjustment in all directions for smooth operation with no binding
• Check heated mirror function by running engine and activating rear defrost (mirrors heat with rear defrost on Ram 2500)
• Verify power folding operation completes full cycle if equipped
• Inspect mirror mounting area for proper alignment and no gaps in gasket
• Confirm no warning lights on instrument cluster related to mirror functions
• Test at highway speed to ensure mirror is secure with no vibration or movement

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