Outside Rearview Mirror Glass Replacement DL3, DR4, DL8, 5M1
Removal Procedure
Caution: When working with any type of glass or sheet metal with exposed or rough
edges, wear approved safety glasses and gloves in order to reduce
the chance of personal injury.
Notice: When servicing electrochromic glass that is broken, or if glass breaks during
servicing, be cautious not to spill electrochromic fluid onto vehicle.
Doing so will cause damage to the vehicle.
- Adjust mirror face as shown in picture to
obtain access to mirror face retention clips (1).
- Position a flat-bladed tool between back side of mirror face and the adjuster
mechanism as shown in picture.
- With a twisting motion of the flat bladed tool, separate the mirror face
from the adjuster mechanism by releasing the mirror face retention clips (1).
- With mirror face in hand, disconnect the electrical connectors.
- Remove the mirror face from the mirror housing.
- Inspect the adjuster mechanism for damage.
Installation Procedure
- Inspect
the components for any damage. Ensure that the mirror face has all the retention clips
in place.
- Plug in the electrical connectors to the back of the mirror.
- Align the mirror face retention clips with the adjuster mechanism.
- Gently
press the mirror back into the adjuster mechanism with the palm of the hand on the
center of the glass until it locks into place.
- Inspect the operation of the mirror.