05 Power Folding Mirrors

[ExpeditionAndy]

I talked with a factory rep today at Ford. I wanted to know what options I had on my truck. The gal I talked to said that based on my VIN, I definitely have the power folding mirrors; however, it looks like I have the standard mirror control.

Are they interchangeable? Is it possible that somebody installed the wrong switch. My mirrors are heated, have turn signals and puddle lamps. Everything I read says that these should be power fold mirrors. I can fold them manually but it doesn't seem like I'm pushing against the motor or anything.

I'm attaching pictures of the mirrors and of the switch. I'd appreciate anything you guys can offer.

 

[sgtowing]

I think the person you talked to was misinformed. I don't think power fold mirrors were available for the 2nd gen.

 

[ExpeditionAndy]

I think the person you talked to was misinformed. I don't think power fold mirrors were available for the 2nd gen.

It is in the '05 owner's manual on page 124. It says "Powerfold mirrors (if equipped)"

 

[leogla]

I talked with a factory rep today at Ford. I wanted to know what options I had on my truck. The gal I talked to said that based on my VIN, I definitely have the power folding mirrors; however, it looks like I have the standard mirror control.

Are they interchangeable? Is it possible that somebody installed the wrong switch. My mirrors are heated, have turn signals and puddle lamps. Everything I read says that these should be power fold mirrors. I can fold them manually but it doesn't seem like I'm pushing against the motor or anything.

I'm attaching pictures of the mirrors and of the switch. I'd appreciate anything you guys can offer.

Yes they are. The switch is the same on my exp. you need to have the knob on center or neutral and then pull down. That make the mirror fold in.

 

[ExpeditionAndy]

Yes they are. The switch is the same on my exp. you need to have the knob on center or neutral and then pull down. That make the mirror fold in.

When I put the switch in the center position and move the stalk down until it stops and hold it down, nothing happens. Do you have to push it down hard or just till it stops?

 

[leogla]

When I put the switch in the center position and move the stalk down until it stops and hold it down, nothing happens. Do you have to push it down hard or just till it stops?

I just push down and release the knob and that it. You may need to clean the contact of that switch with electronic cleaner and add some d-40 on the mirrors. See if they works

 

[SirJeffro]

I also just got my '05 EB Expedition and my family and I are very happy with it. But, I do miss the power-folding mirrors on my '03 Silverado 1500HD.....

The exact wording on my Expy's window sticker is "DUAL FOLD HEAT/PWR MIRROR" This leads me to believe that my truck has dual mirrors that fold; are heated; and are power........but "power" what? I assume power adjustable. I tried the procedure outlined earlier in this thread, but no love.

No big deal, just would have been cool to have that feature again.

Cheers, all!

 

[ExpeditionAndy]

I also just got my '05 EB Expedition and my family and I are very happy with it. But, I do miss the power-folding mirrors on my '03 Silverado 1500HD.....

The exact wording on my Expy's window sticker is "DUAL FOLD HEAT/PWR MIRROR" This leads me to believe that my truck has dual mirrors that fold; are heated; and are power........but "power" what? I assume power adjustable. I tried the procedure outlined earlier in this thread, but no love.

No big deal, just would have been cool to have that feature again.

Cheers, all!

Welcome SirJeffro,

I unfortunately didn't get a window sticker - I'm the fifth owner. I went on the Ford Owner's site and contacted Ford factory customer service and I gave them my vin and asked if I had power fold mirrors. They said according to their computer, my vehicle has them. Now I'm just trying to figure out if somebody changed out the switch. The Owner's Manual shows a different switch for the power fold mirrors. I'm going over to the dealer this afternoon and I will ask them to figure it out.

 

[billycuth]

Try entering your VIN in www.ford.etis.com vehicle lookup and check over the list of options...

 

[ExpeditionAndy]

This is what it says:

Primary Features
Build Date: 21.03.2005
Vehicle Line: Expedition (2003-)
Body Style: 4 Door Wagon
Version: Ford Series
Engine: 5.4L 3V V8
Transmission: 4 Spd A/T AODEW/4R75E W/TSS
Drive: LHD 4WD (PTD)
Axle Ratio: 3.73
Emission: With 49 State Emission Requirements
Air Conditioning: HD ATC Air Conditioning
Paint: Medium Wedgewood Blue

Minor Features
Medium Parchment
Less Underbody Protection
With Manual Liftgate
119"/3023MM Wheelbase
Eddie Bauer
(-) Version Packages
Less Special Purpose Vehicle
Less Fleet Related Items
Michigan Plant Built
U.S. Sales
With Convenience Group
Less Exterior Dress Up Package
Less Sales Badge
Less Military Vehicles
Less Special Value Packages
Less Exterior Appearance Pack
Less Functional Upgrade Pack
With Memory Pack
Feature Content Group 1
2005 Job No.2 Program Control
With Roll Stability Control
With Safety Pack
Less Special Language Label
Owner Hand Book Pack
With Electric Rear Quarter Window
With Privacy Glass
Standard Ovrhed Console & With Rail
With Full Floor Console
Memory Adjustable Foot Pedals
With Carpet Floor Covering Level 1
Front Floor Carpet Mats
Rear Floor Carpet Mats
Drv Sunvsr-Dual Lt/Illum/Mir/HMLK
Pass Sunvisor-Dual/Lt/Illum/Mirror
With Colour Keyed Running Boards
Roof Rack Without Crossbars
With Accent Wheel Lip Moulding
Less Lower Body Moulding
Less Side Auxiliary Step
With Electrochromic R/View Mirror
Driver Power Memory Heat Mirror
Pass Power Heated Memory Mirror
With Black Exterior Mirror
With Signal Mirror System
With Drivers Heated And Cooled Seat
With Pass Heated And Cooled Seat
With Leather 2nd Row Seat Material
Second Row 40-20-40 Seats
With Third Row Power Folding Seat
With Driver 6 Way Pwr.Seat Adjuster
With Pass 6 Way Power Seat Adjuster
With Programmable Driver Seat
With 3rd Row Vinyl Seat Material
With Heavy Duty Trailer Towing
With Front Towing Hook
Less Engine Oil Cooler
Body Coloured Exterior Door Handle
With Door Entry Remote Control Unit
With Remote Keyless Entry
Less Sun Roof
Front Bumper Painted Accent Colour
Rear Bumper - Step Accent Colour
Less Front License Plate Bracket
Air Curtain Restrnt LH
Air Curtain Restrnt RH
With E-Coated Steel Spare Wheel
With 4 Wheel Tyre Pressure Sensors
Less Rear Shock Absorbers
7.5 X 17" Sport Aluminium Wheel
P265/70R 17 A/T OWL
With Super Engine Cooling System
Less Immersion Heater
With 49 State/Non Green State Req
With Autom. Adjustable Suspension
3.73
Less Rear Axle Limited Slip Diff
Less Exhaust Pipe Extension
Normal Fuel Fill
Heavy Duty Aux Trans Oil Cooler
4X4 2 Speed Transfer Case With Tod
With Non Locking Fuel Cap
For Unleaded Fuel
Steering Wheel-Leather Wrapped + CK
Redundant Controls - Steering Wheel
With MPH/KMH Speedometer
With Message Centre
With Reverse Proximity Sensor
Standard Duty Battery
Standard Duty Alternator
Prem AM/FM Stro/CD Changer/Clock
With NAAO Radio Frequency
Less Headphones/Sockets - Rear
With Audiophile Sound System
Less Television Package
Less 4X4 Version Pack
With Homelink
With Complx Refect Headlamp Design
Less Daytime Running Lamps
With Front Fog Lamps
With Interior Courtesy Lamp
With Automatic Headlamp On/Off
Medium Wedgewood Blue
Generic Country Group 1
Less B&A Control Codes Issue 030388
Less B & A Control Codes (9270)
With Overspeed Warning Disabled
(+)"USA"
(-)"N"
(-) GVMT Service Administration
(-)"CDN"
(-)"RA"
(-)"GU"
(-)"BRN"
(-)"CHN"
(-)"CHL"

 

[billycuth]

Like mine, it does not have the power fold mirrors. It would say it.

 

[ExpeditionAndy]

I wonder if I could add them as a mod?

 

[SirJeffro]

Seems like it would be rather involved and time consuming, but I bet it could be done. You could get the parts from a PnP and spend a Saturday doing the switch-over.

Andy, I see that your truck is listed as having the HD Trailering Package....does it have a seven-pin trailer wiring connector?

Cheers!
Jeff

 

[ExpeditionAndy]

Andy, I see that your truck is listed as having the HD Trailering Package....does it have a seven-pin trailer wiring connector?

Cheers!
Jeff

Hi Jeff,

My truck has both connectors. The 7 pin mounted to the hitch and one that is attached to the wiring harness but tucked up behind the hitch.

 

[dadamaja]

I talked with a factory rep today at Ford. I wanted to know what options I had on my truck. The gal I talked to said that based on my VIN, I definitely have the power folding mirrors; however, it looks like I have the standard mirror control.

Are they interchangeable? Is it possible that somebody installed the wrong switch. My mirrors are heated, have turn signals and puddle lamps. Everything I read says that these should be power fold mirrors. I can fold them manually but it doesn't seem like I'm pushing against the motor or anything.

I'm attaching pictures of the mirrors and of the switch. I'd appreciate anything you guys can offer.

my switch looks exactly like that and they dont fold

 

[GAINMOB]

I don't think mine fold either

 

[eric_in_tx]

According to the manual if you have the power folding option there is a picture of the mirrors on the top of the outer ring (where the up arrow is located on ours) and it lets you know that you have the power folding option. That is just what I saw from looking at the manual.

 

[tsingson]

Eric is correct. You would be able to see on the actual switch the way to get the mirrors to fold. Your mirrors look like OEM non-folding mirrors. I was able to obtain a set of Navigator Folding mirrors and wire them up to work in my 05. I am still working on trying to mount my switch. I went to the Junkyard and got a power window switch that matches the rest of my switches and wired them up. It's not too bad but running the extra wires to the mirrors and through the door jamb were a pain in the butt.