Towing Mirrors Won't Extend

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Dec 22, 2016 | 01:48 PM

J-$

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Towing Mirrors Won't Extend

I have a 2011 F350 with the towing package. I got it used as it and it was a northern truck. My towing mirrors won't extend in or out. They fold and unfold just fine. When I press the button to telescope them I can hear the motor running so I know the fuse is good. I took the glass off the mirrors and scraped some salt out of the joints. I sprayed some lube on the joints as well but still no luck. I also tried forcing them but not too much to avoid breaking them. Any suggestions?

Dec 22, 2016 | 03:19 PM

seville009

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I'd spray a bunch of Wd40 in the sliding parts and let it sit for a day. If it still doesn't work, try tapping on it lightly while you're pressing the button. If that still doesn't work, it's possible that the gears are stripped or broken.