How to change the outside rearview mirror?

Rear-view mirrors, the guarantors of good visibility on the road, play an important role in the safety of the motorist and other users. Placed outside and inside the passenger compartment, they broaden the driver's field of vision while driving. When rearview mirror damaged, only the mirror can be replaced without changing the entire structure of the mirror. Follow our guide with all the steps you need to follow to successfully replace your outside mirror mirror!

Required material:

New outside rearview mirror.

Toolbox

Protective gloves

Protective glasses

Black rubber sealant

Glass cleaner

Step 1: Remove the damaged mirror from the outside rearview mirror.

To do this, it is necessary to achieve a leverage effect using flat screwdriver everything around the mirror. Therefore, the damaged mirror will be removed from the exterior mirror structure. Make sure the new mirror is identical to the one you just deleted, in size and structure.

Step 2. Disconnect all connectors.

Depending on the model of your mirror, it may be defrost... In this case, you need to delete two electrical connectors, using pliers to which the replacement mirror is attached.

Also be careful if your mirrors Power or have detectionMor angletthey will have a larger connection.

Step 3. Connect all connectors.

The cables must be connected to the new outside rearview mirror. This action must also be carried out using pliers.

Step 4: Apply sealant to mirrors without connectors.

If your rearview mirror has no connectors, you need peel off the plastic base mirror on which the mirror is installed. Then you will need to prepare the base by cleaning it wiper... You can then apply a sealant that, in addition to the sticky stripes on the inside of the new mirror, will keep it in place for a long time. The sealant can be in the form sprayof gel or a stack of paper-wrapped coins.

The sealant should not be applied where there are adhesive strips, apply only to circumference mirror.

Step 4: Install a new outside rearview mirror.

If the mirror has connectors, then this will be simply necessary. exert pressure all over the mirror until you hear a noise when the window is correctly positioned in the outside mirror. This noise confirms that the mirror is on. If you need to glue the mirror, follow step 4 and squeeze the mirror for a few minutes so that it fits perfectly to the base of the mirror.

Repairing an exterior rear view mirror is an operation that will take no more than fifteen minutes if you have all the necessary hardware and a new mirror identical to the one you need to replace. It is important that your rearview mirror is in good condition to ensure you have full visibility of the road and other road users. The rear view mirror guarantees your safety and the safety of your travels on the road.