Ford | B166a60

Inspect the two small wires plugged into the back of the glass. Are they securely attached? If they have slipped off, plug them back in, clear the fault code via FORScan, and check if the issue is solved. Step 2: Test the Heating Elements for Continuity

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Q: What are the symptoms of the B166A60 code? A: Symptoms may include malfunctioning body control systems, illuminated warning lights, and intermittent or erratic behavior from electrical systems.

Keep the mirror wires disconnected and set your multimeter to . ford b166a60

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Once the physical repair is completed, plug your scanner back in, clear the stored code from the PDM memory, and cycle the defroster button to verify that the mirror warms up cleanly and the fault does not return. If you need help resolving this code, please tell me: What model and year is your Ford vehicle?

The Ford diagnostic trouble code (DTC) specifically points to an issue with the heated mirror circuit . Inspect the two small wires plugged into the

The most obvious symptom is that the passenger-side mirror will not defrost or de-ice when the rear defrost/heated mirror button is pressed.

The wires supplying current plug into two male spade terminals on the back of the mirror glass. Because side mirrors are subjected to car washes, rain, and fluctuating weather, moisture can seep behind the glass panel. This leads to heavy oxidation (green corrosion), which drastically spikes electrical resistance until the connection drops out entirely. 3. Fractured Door Hinge Wire Harness

: Indicates the issue is located on the passenger-side exterior mirror. Common Root Causes of Ford B166A:60 Step 2: Test the Heating Elements for Continuity

) setting . Place the multimeter leads directly onto the two male metal prongs on the back of the detached mirror glass.

: Rarely, if a door module was replaced but not properly programmed for a vehicle with heated mirrors, this code may trigger. Troubleshooting Steps

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