Auto Folding Mirror Mod Help

[mjperk]

Hi All,
First time poster here--I just bought a 2015 Explorer Limited and was disappointed that the folding mirrors do not do so automatically. I found an old post on this where a Russian guy had used some relays to accomplish the mod, but the link in that post was dead and I can't find any real information or schematics on what he did. I also found a video on Youtube, of who I think is the same guy, but again there were no details. Does anyone have good information on how to accomplish this mod like schematics, parts, etc.?

Thanks!

 

[peterk9]

Hi All,
First time poster here--I just bought a 2015 Explorer Limited and was disappointed that the folding mirrors do not do so automatically. I found an old post on this where a Russian guy had used some relays to accomplish the mod, but the link in that post was dead and I can't find any real information or schematics on what he did. I also found a video on Youtube, of who I think is the same guy, but again there were no details. Does anyone have good information on how to accomplish this mod like schematics, parts, etc.?

Thanks!

Welcome to the Forum.
You should have bought a 2016 model. They just came out with the auto power fold. I don't believe anyone on the forum has added them on pre 2016 models.

Peter

 

[expoman55]

Sometimes I think I would agree they would be nice. I just don't know if the motors and gears are designed to be folded on every key cycle so to speak.

 

[peterk9]

Sometimes I think I would agree they would be nice. I just don't know if the motors and gears are designed to be folded on every key cycle so to speak.

I brought that up once and was shot down. http://www.explorerforum.com/forums/index.php?threads/auto-folding-side-mirrors.329548/#post-3523593
Personally I prefer to just have the power fold so I can chose when to fold them. Have only done so 3 times in over 5 years.

Peter

 

[613GT500]

Sometimes I think I would agree they would be nice. I just don't know if the motors and gears are designed to be folded on every key cycle so to speak.

As with anything motorized, wear and tear is a concern.
It may very well outlast the vehicle, but I can tell you it stuggles in our harsh winters when snow/ice gets intot he crevice/gap.