Outside Rearview Mirror Glass Replacement

Outside Rearview Mirror Glass Replacement

Removal Procedure




1. Apply several layers of masking tape (1) to the mirror lower housing edge (2) to protect the finish.




2. Remove the mirror lens as follows:

1. Push the top center of the mirror inward.
2. Place one hand behind the mirror housing (2) holding the mirror lens (1) in place.
3. Use a suitable rigid plastic tool (3) 3.81 cm (1.5 in) wide. Insert the rigid plastic tool (3) 3 cm (1.5 in) between the mirror lower housing edge (4) and the lower edge of the mirror lens (5).
4. Lift upward on the rigid plastic tool (3) until the mirror lens (1) releases from the motor/actuator ring.

3. Disconnect the electrical connectors from the back of the mirror lens.




4. The motor/actuator ring (1) must stay with the motor/actuator, Not with the mirror lens (2).





Note: When removing the motor/actuator ring, use care Not to damage the mirror lens.

5. If the mirror motor/actuator ring (1) stays attached to mirror lens (3), the motor/actuator ring (1) MUST be removed from the mirror lens.

1. Place the mirror lens face down on a soft cloth.
2. Remove the motor/actuator ring (1), by sliding the ring downward releasing the tabs (2) from the back mirror lens (3).

Installation Procedure




1. Install the motor/actuator ring (1) to the actuator (2), ensure that the actuator tabs (3) are in line with the motor/actuator ring.




2. Place the motor/actuator ring (1) in the center of the motor/actuator (2).

1. Place mirror lens motor/actuator ring in the center of the motor, press inward until fully seated.
2. Connect the electrical connectors to the mirror lens.




3. Install the mirror lens as follows:

1. Position the mirror lens (1) on the mirror motor/actuator ring lower retaining tabs (2).
2. Place your hand in the back of the mirror housing.
3. Push downward use your hand until the mirror lens (1) locks onto the upper retaining tabs (2).

4. Inspect the mirror lens for proper operation.