Adding power folding mirrors

[jdj71]

Hey everyone
I’ve tried searching this topic
I’m sure it’s on here somewhere

anyone have a link for adding power folding mirrors to my manual fold SLT?
thx
Merry Christmas!

 

[Tonyrodz]

I don't have the complete answer for you, but I do have a piece to the puzzle---Besides the pwr fold mirrors, you'll also need the proper mirror switch. Don't buy a new switch from GM--you'll have to get it programmed to work. Get one from a jy. It'll work fine, and you won't need to program it.

 

[steve671]

Hey everyone
I’ve tried searching this topic
I’m sure it’s on here somewhere

anyone have a link for adding power folding mirrors to my manual fold SLT?
thx
Merry Christmas!

Did you get this figured out? I am hoping to do the same on mine.

 

[Shackman7878]

I have done this project on my Tahoe and here is the process and information on installing my mirrors and repairs.
So you have to buy the folding mirrors simple to find they have 2 connectors also has a sticker saying DL3 (you will need the door harness for side mirror turn signals to work, or lazy way is to run a turn single wire to each mirror and find a ground.)

You can go 2 ways.

1. Buy new window switches BOTH driver and passenger and program them to a Vin number that has power folding mirrors.
Part # Driver - 20835553, Old numbers 15906881, 15093440, 20877336, 25783951 (there is a couple others but cant find them)
Part # Passenger - 20835554, 15093445 Old numbers 20877339 (there is a couple others but cant find them)

2. Buy used switches from a power folding mirrors SUV with RPO code DL3. Make sure to get both if buying from a junk yard ask them to send you the RPO code list in the glove box. You can PM me the Vin and I can check it for you if I have time (Holidays). Driver side is easy to spot if it has power folding mirrors. The hard part is finding the passenger side it could have the part numbers listed but be careful they can be used but not programmed for folding mirrors. I would check Ads that list the vin numbers or RPO code sheet or email and ask.

Years and Models You can get the switches from

CHEVROLET	AVALANCHE	2007-2013
CHEVROLET	CHEYENNE	2009-2013
CHEVROLET	SILVERADO 1500	2007-2014
CHEVROLET	SILVERADO 2500	2007-2015
CHEVROLET	SILVERADO 3500	2007-2015
CHEVROLET	SUBURBAN	2014
CHEVROLET	SUBURBAN 1500	2007-2014
CHEVROLET	SUBURBAN 2500	2007-2013
CHEVROLET	TAHOE	2007-2014
CHEVROLET	TRAVERSE	2009-2010
GMC	SIERRA 1500	2007-2014
GMC	SIERRA 2500	2007-2014
GMC	SIERRA 3500	2007-2014
GMC	SIERRA DENALI	2010
GMC	YUKON	2007-2014
GMC	YUKON XL 1500	2007-2014
GMC	YUKON XL 2500	2007-2013

DL3 - OSRV MIRROR W/DRIVER SIDE AUTO DIMMING, PWR FOLD & ADJ, HEAT, TURN SIGNAL (REPLACES STD/PKG MIRROR)

Also it is very common for the plastic gears on the power folding mirrors to break here is a website that selling the gears but in brass or ready to go motors. (recommend the Pre-Attached Gears + 2 Motors)

GruvenParts.com Strengthened Spur Gear for 2007+ GM Trucks Folding Mirror Assembly

Repair your broken 2007+ GM truck power folding mirrors with GruvenParts' strengthened steel spur gear and high-torque motor. A permanent, DIY-friendly fix.

www.gruvenparts.com

 

[jdj71]

I have done this project on my Tahoe and here is the process and information on installing my mirrors and repairs.
So you have to buy the folding mirrors simple to find they have 2 connectors also has a sticker saying DL3 (you will need the door harness for side mirror turn signals to work, or lazy way is to run a turn single wire to each mirror and find a ground.)

You can go 2 ways.

1. Buy new window switches BOTH driver and passenger and program them to a Vin number that has power folding mirrors.
Part # Driver - 20835553, Old numbers 15906881, 15093440, 20877336, 25783951 (there is a couple others but cant find them)
Part # Passenger - 20835554, 15093445 Old numbers 20877339 (there is a couple others but cant find them)

2. Buy used switches from a power folding mirrors SUV with RPO code DL3. Make sure to get both if buying from a junk yard ask them to send you the RPO code list in the glove box. You can PM me the Vin and I can check it for you if I have time (Holidays). Driver side is easy to spot if it has power folding mirrors. The hard part is finding the passenger side it could have the part numbers listed but be careful they can be used but not programmed for folding mirrors. I would check Ads that list the vin numbers or RPO code sheet or email and ask.

Years and Models You can get the switches from

CHEVROLET	AVALANCHE	2007-2013
CHEVROLET	CHEYENNE	2009-2013
CHEVROLET	SILVERADO 1500	2007-2014
CHEVROLET	SILVERADO 2500	2007-2015
CHEVROLET	SILVERADO 3500	2007-2015
CHEVROLET	SUBURBAN	2014
CHEVROLET	SUBURBAN 1500	2007-2014
CHEVROLET	SUBURBAN 2500	2007-2013
CHEVROLET	TAHOE	2007-2014
CHEVROLET	TRAVERSE	2009-2010
GMC	SIERRA 1500	2007-2014
GMC	SIERRA 2500	2007-2014
GMC	SIERRA 3500	2007-2014
GMC	SIERRA DENALI	2010
GMC	YUKON	2007-2014
GMC	YUKON XL 1500	2007-2014
GMC	YUKON XL 2500	2007-2013

DL3 - OSRV MIRROR W/DRIVER SIDE AUTO DIMMING, PWR FOLD & ADJ, HEAT, TURN SIGNAL (REPLACES STD/PKG MIRROR)

Also it is very common for the plastic gears on the power folding mirrors to break here is a website that selling the gears but in brass or ready to go motors. (recommend the Pre-Attached Gears + 2 Motors)

GruvenParts.com Strengthened Spur Gear for 2007+ GM Trucks Folding Mirror Assembly

Repair your broken 2007+ GM truck power folding mirrors with GruvenParts' strengthened steel spur gear and high-torque motor. A permanent, DIY-friendly fix.

www.gruvenparts.com

Wow

That’s an incredible breakdown of the steps involved

I really appreciate the time you put into replying
Thx so much!!!

 

[jdj71]

Hey everyone
I’ve tried searching this topic
I’m sure it’s on here somewhere

anyone have a link for adding power folding mirrors to my manual fold SLT?
thx
Merry Christmas!

Hey guys
I added the pwr fold mirrors

They work!
Indicators work
Drivers side mirror struggles to adjust
And I’ve Got No puddles

Anybody might have an idea why the puddles aren’t working?
*new bulbs inserted

 

[jdj71]

I have done this project on my Tahoe and here is the process and information on installing my mirrors and repairs.
So you have to buy the folding mirrors simple to find they have 2 connectors also has a sticker saying DL3 (you will need the door harness for side mirror turn signals to work, or lazy way is to run a turn single wire to each mirror and find a ground.)

You can go 2 ways.

1. Buy new window switches BOTH driver and passenger and program them to a Vin number that has power folding mirrors.
Part # Driver - 20835553, Old numbers 15906881, 15093440, 20877336, 25783951 (there is a couple others but cant find them)
Part # Passenger - 20835554, 15093445 Old numbers 20877339 (there is a couple others but cant find them)

2. Buy used switches from a power folding mirrors SUV with RPO code DL3. Make sure to get both if buying from a junk yard ask them to send you the RPO code list in the glove box. You can PM me the Vin and I can check it for you if I have time (Holidays). Driver side is easy to spot if it has power folding mirrors. The hard part is finding the passenger side it could have the part numbers listed but be careful they can be used but not programmed for folding mirrors. I would check Ads that list the vin numbers or RPO code sheet or email and ask.

Years and Models You can get the switches from

CHEVROLET	AVALANCHE	2007-2013
CHEVROLET	CHEYENNE	2009-2013
CHEVROLET	SILVERADO 1500	2007-2014
CHEVROLET	SILVERADO 2500	2007-2015
CHEVROLET	SILVERADO 3500	2007-2015
CHEVROLET	SUBURBAN	2014
CHEVROLET	SUBURBAN 1500	2007-2014
CHEVROLET	SUBURBAN 2500	2007-2013
CHEVROLET	TAHOE	2007-2014
CHEVROLET	TRAVERSE	2009-2010
GMC	SIERRA 1500	2007-2014
GMC	SIERRA 2500	2007-2014
GMC	SIERRA 3500	2007-2014
GMC	SIERRA DENALI	2010
GMC	YUKON	2007-2014
GMC	YUKON XL 1500	2007-2014
GMC	YUKON XL 2500	2007-2013

DL3 - OSRV MIRROR W/DRIVER SIDE AUTO DIMMING, PWR FOLD & ADJ, HEAT, TURN SIGNAL (REPLACES STD/PKG MIRROR)

Also it is very common for the plastic gears on the power folding mirrors to break here is a website that selling the gears but in brass or ready to go motors. (recommend the Pre-Attached Gears + 2 Motors)

GruvenParts.com Strengthened Spur Gear for 2007+ GM Trucks Folding Mirror Assembly

Repair your broken 2007+ GM truck power folding mirrors with GruvenParts' strengthened steel spur gear and high-torque motor. A permanent, DIY-friendly fix.

www.gruvenparts.com

Hi there
I just installed the mirrors on my truck
I installed the mirrors on an 07 SLT that came with the standard non fold
No puddle

The mirrors I attached have the puddle lights
But They both aren’t functioning
New bulbs in each

Is this a programming issue?

Kindve puzzled as to why they don’t work

Any thoughts?
Thx

 

[Tonyrodz]

Hi there
I just installed the mirrors on my truck
I installed the mirrors on an 07 SLT that came with the standard non fold
No puddle

The mirrors I attached have the puddle lights
But They both aren’t functioning
New bulbs in each

Is this a programming issue?

Kindve puzzled as to why they don’t work

Any thoughts?
Thx

On my 03 they come on at night using the fob to lock/unlock the truck.

 

[Doubeleive]

Hi there
I just installed the mirrors on my truck
I installed the mirrors on an 07 SLT that came with the standard non fold
No puddle

The mirrors I attached have the puddle lights
But They both aren’t functioning
New bulbs in each

Is this a programming issue?

Kindve puzzled as to why they don’t work

Any thoughts?
Thx

Like tony said, they only work at night with oem keyfob, you can test them in daylight by covering the sun sensor on the dash with a jacket or something so it thinks it is nightime.
I wired mine to work with the interior lights because I use a aftermarket alarm keyfob and the interior lights work with the alarm.

 

[Shackman7878]

Hi there
I just installed the mirrors on my truck
I installed the mirrors on an 07 SLT that came with the standard non fold
No puddle

The mirrors I attached have the puddle lights
But They both aren’t functioning
New bulbs in each

Is this a programming issue?

Kindve puzzled as to why they don’t work

Any thoughts?
Thx

You are going to have to trace the wires to the puddle lights and wire then to switch, or do the daytime running circuit.

 

[jdj71]

Like tony said, they only work at night with oem keyfob, you can test them in daylight by covering the sun sensor on the dash with a jacket or something so it thinks it is nightime.
I wired mine to work with the interior lights because I use a aftermarket alarm keyfob and the interior lights work with the alarm.

Ok
Could it possibly be that the original mirrors did not have puddle lights ?
Or is the wiring harness all the same SLE SLT DENALI etc

Thx



Just gotta figure out how to wire to interior lights
Thx

 

[Doubeleive]

Ok
Could it possibly be that the original mirrors did not have puddle lights ?
Or is the wiring harness all the same SLE SLT DENALI etc

Thx



Just gotta figure out how to wire to interior lights
Thx

If there are puddle lights on the bottom of the mirrors then check the bulbs, it should work automatically at night with oem fob, maybe check the dic to be sure you have approach lighting enabled

 

[jdj71]

If there are puddle lights on the bottom of the mirrors then check the bulbs, it should work automatically at night with oem fob, maybe check the dic to be sure you have approach lighting enabled

Just checked
Approach lighting is activated

Bulbs are new
Sensor is covered
Still no puddles

Do the puddle lights have their own wiring to the window switch on the inner door panel?

 

[Doubeleive]

they do but it comes from the door switch to the mirror
did you by chance use led's? if so try flipping them around most are polarity sensitive
with the approach lighting enabled do any other lights turn on when you unlock it with the oem fob?

 

[jdj71]

they do but it comes from the door switch to the mirror
did you by chance use led's? if so try flipping them around most are polarity sensitive
with the approach lighting enabled do any other lights turn on when you unlock it with the oem fob?

The bulbs are just those peanut style incandescent

Headlights and tail lights on
When locked and unlocked

Indicator arrow lights on the mirrors blink as well

 

[Doubeleive]

ok well then you might have to take the door panels back off then and if I remember correctly check the harness with the orange or orange/white stripped wires there is 2 of them on one of the 2 mirror harness, one orange wire is on the outside edge of the harness and the other orange wire is more towards the center of the harness, check the corresponding pins on each side make sure one didn't get bent or something, the outer orange wire is the negative and inner orange wire is the positive.

 

[jdj71]

ok well then you might have to take the door panels back off then and if I remember correctly check the harness with the orange or orange/white stripped wires there is 2 of them on one of the 2 mirror harness, one orange wire is on the outside edge of the harness and the other orange wire is more towards the center of the harness, check the corresponding pins on each side make sure one didn't get bent or something, the outer orange wire is the negative and inner orange wire is the positive.

Ok

Thx for your advice !!!!
I Appreciate your time responding

 

[Doubeleive]

you might also check for continuance between those 2 orange/white wires, with the harness unplugged just stick a meter probe on each end

 

[jdj71]

you might also check for continuance between those 2 orange/white wires, with the harness unplugged just stick a meter probe on each end

gonna get me a probe

Fk. I wish I knew more about electrical

 

[Doubeleive]

gonna get me a probe

Fk. I wish I knew more about electrical

I am no wizard myself I just thought it might help troubleshoot the problem, checking for continuity between those 2 wires tells you if the puddle light will come on or not if it has power applied, if the bulb holder has any residue or rust on it the bulbs may not be making contact, I replaced mine with led's and sometimes I have wiggle the bulb to make it work, i went out and checked mine last night and sure enough one is not working again so I probably need to pop it open and give it a jiggle. you might try that as well just to see it makes any difference.