For 1990-2009 cars only
Removal Procedure
- Apply several layers of masking tape (1) to the mirror lower housing edge (2) to protect the finish.
- Remove the mirror lens as follows:
- Disconnect the electrical connectors from the back of the mirror lens.
- The motor/actuator ring (1) must stay with the motor/actuator, Not with the mirror lens (2).
- 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.
| 2.1. | Push the top center of the mirror inward. |
| 2.2. | Place one hand behind the mirror housing (2) holding the mirror lens (1) in place. |
| 2.3. | 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). |
| 2.4. | Lift upward on the rigid plastic tool (3) until the mirror lens (1) releases from the motor/actuator ring. |
Note: When removing the motor/actuator ring, use care Not to damage the mirror lens.
| 5.1. | Place the mirror lens face down on a soft cloth. |
| 5.2. | Remove the motor/actuator ring (1), by sliding the ring downward releasing the tabs (2) from the back mirror lens (3). |
Installation Procedure
- Install the motor/actuator ring (1) to the actuator (2), ensure that the actuator tabs (3) are in line with the motor/actuator ring.
- Place the motor/actuator ring (1) in the center of the motor/actuator (2).
- Install the mirror lens as follows:
- Inspect the mirror lens for proper operation.
| 2.1. | Place mirror lens motor/actuator ring in the center of the motor, press inward until fully seated. |
| 2.2. | Connect the electrical connectors to the mirror lens. |
| 3.1. | Position the mirror lens (1) on the mirror motor/actuator ring lower retaining tabs (2). |
| 3.2. | Place your hand in the back of the mirror housing. |
| 3.3. | Push downward use your hand until the mirror lens (1) locks onto the upper retaining tabs (2). |
