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Old Oct 30, 2014 | 11:25 AM
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Originally Posted by BSE1956
Since when is a mechanical hinge an electrical part?
Typical insurance double-talk. Fight 'em.
There is a small electrical wire harness that runs to the visor through the the pillar so that the three little buttons that you use for your garage door will work. I am sure if it had been my passenger side, since there is no wiring go to it, they would not of covered it

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Old Oct 30, 2014 | 11:46 AM
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Originally Posted by Gearhead Jim
I lubed the hinges and where the back of the cover rubs on the mirror frame, once a year with dielectric silicone grease.

Ours lasted 5 yrs/70k miles before breaking.
Mine dropped to the floor at almost exactly 70,000 miles also...
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