Keanen55
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Yes, you will need both the mirror and passenger switch.
Convert manual to power side mirrors?
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Yes, either a used switch or you will need to have the switch / BCM programmed at the dealer, as I did. I'm not sure if the programming will be necessary with a used switch or not, as mine was new. @NathanJax states that a used switch should work immediately. Also, I would go with OEM mirrors. As someone stated previously, go with OEM mirrors. The aftermarkets are trash. I ended up replacing my Dormans with OEMS after I broke one trying to install it...
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So it seems you still need to have the BCM reprogrammed in order to have the puddle lights, auto dim and heat to work. I just installed DL3's on my PPV and only the folding works. I googled a bit and found this on gm-trucks.com:
https://www.gm-trucks.com/forums/to...l3-towing-mirror-upgrade-–-mirrors-explained/
"For those that have DL8 Mirrors, there is NO - GM Supported upgrade path to upgrade DL8 to DL3 Mirrors. This is a custom application that requires either: A custom DL8 Harness (made by me), a DIY KIT (also made by me) to add the wires yourself, or you can hardwire this yourself using your own methods. Your existing DL8 Harnesses will NOT be pinned for the Turn Signal, Puddle Lamps, Ground, and Auto Dim (Driver’s Side) circuits. I WILL support you in any direction you end up going with."
https://www.gm-trucks.com/forums/to...l3-towing-mirror-upgrade-–-mirrors-explained/
"For those that have DL8 Mirrors, there is NO - GM Supported upgrade path to upgrade DL8 to DL3 Mirrors. This is a custom application that requires either: A custom DL8 Harness (made by me), a DIY KIT (also made by me) to add the wires yourself, or you can hardwire this yourself using your own methods. Your existing DL8 Harnesses will NOT be pinned for the Turn Signal, Puddle Lamps, Ground, and Auto Dim (Driver’s Side) circuits. I WILL support you in any direction you end up going with."
Kee Fuller
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Anybody who has went to the dealership to have their switches reprogrammed. About how much did it run you?
It cost me $99.
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Update. I went to the junkyard and purchased 2 switches from 2 different escalades.
The good
The powerfolding feature works.
The bad
The turn signals in the mirrors still don't work
The passenger window doesn't roll down from the passenger switch
The driver window or the passenger window doesn't roll down the the driver side switch.
The good
The powerfolding feature works.
The bad
The turn signals in the mirrors still don't work
The passenger window doesn't roll down from the passenger switch
The driver window or the passenger window doesn't roll down the the driver side switch.
You'll probably need to go to a dealer and have the switches / bcm programmed...
My experience was the signals always were plug and play. The switches had to be programmed to get other functions to work. If you were closer to me I have a buddy that does this stuff on the side.
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Kee Fuller
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I'm wondering since it's a ppv could be the reason
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update, dealership had no idea on what i was talking about. They were talking about rewiring and other stuff. Im getting a headache over this.
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You would need to talk to one of the techs/mechanics. The folks at the service area have no idea.
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Check my post #23
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Well got a used set of front switches from a escalade.
Mirrors fold, back windows roll down. But passsnger or driver rolls down.
Im going to try another dealership to see if they know how to program.
Mirrors fold, back windows roll down. But passsnger or driver rolls down.
Im going to try another dealership to see if they know how to program.
Kee Fuller
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This is exhausting and frustrating.
Dropped my truck off at the dealership and told them The 2 front windows don't roll down needs to be reprogrammed. My warranty covers replacement, but they will only replace the non folding original switches.
The escalade switches are different. When you turn on the parking lights. Those switches are white compared to the Tahoe are green.
They are going to flash the switches, if that doesn't work. I'm out of ideas.
Dropped my truck off at the dealership and told them The 2 front windows don't roll down needs to be reprogrammed. My warranty covers replacement, but they will only replace the non folding original switches.
The escalade switches are different. When you turn on the parking lights. Those switches are white compared to the Tahoe are green.
They are going to flash the switches, if that doesn't work. I'm out of ideas.
Kee Fuller
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Update. Went to the junkyard today and found a yukon passenger side switch. It works. Passenger side window rolls down. Power folding works. Now gotta wait for the driver side to come in. Pray it works
