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R50/53 Auto Dimming Mirror?

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Old May 14, 2019 | 07:14 PM
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Auto Dimming Mirror?

My '05 auto dimming mirror is not working. Does anyone know this works and what could be wrong?
 
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Old May 15, 2019 | 11:19 AM
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My understanding is that there is light sensor on the front and back of the mirror that activate the dimming. The actual dimming action is probably some kind LCD. Not sure if it is actually LCD or not. I have a 2004 since new and have never had an issue with it not working unless something is blocking one of the light sensors. If you block the front one, the mirror will go dark and stay that way (until the front is unblocked).
 
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Old May 15, 2019 | 11:09 PM
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The fluid inside went bad. There’s a few companies that can repair it. About $100
 
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Old May 15, 2019 | 11:22 PM
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Originally Posted by Alpha Motoring
The fluid inside went bad. There’s a few companies that can repair it. About $100
Do you have the company’s name by chance?
 
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