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side mirror sub assembly replacement

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Old 06-16-2010, 01:55 PM
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side mirror sub assembly replacement

Hi guys,

So I searched around and I guess if one was to replace the whole side mirror assembly and housing, that you would have to take the door panel off and such, which is a hassle.

I just need to replace the mirror which is cracked...anyone have experience doing this? I'm looking at it and I can't figure how to take just the mirror part off without having to take the whole assembly apart...

Thanks in advance.
 
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Old 06-16-2010, 03:50 PM
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You don't need to take out the whole door to replace a mirror.

Adjust and tilt the mirror by using the controller inside your car. Let it tilt until you see a big gap. Pry it or pull it, be gentle though as you just want to pry the mirror and not the clip inside.

BTW: Is your mirror replacement just a mirror with an adhesive back or with the clips?
 
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Old 06-16-2010, 04:05 PM
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Thanks jdmgab, that's what I figured...I'm just worried about popping it back in and having it snap in place, without breaking the glass under pressure. The part I'm ordering will be just the glass.
 
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Old 06-23-2010, 08:10 AM
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Sorry for the delay I hope this helps http://www.hondafitjazz.com/manual/A...021KBAT00.HTML
 
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Old 06-23-2010, 12:07 PM
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Awesome thank you, this is perfect. I've seen that site before and been looking around for it.
 
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