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Outside Rearview Mirror Glass Replacement (Manual)




Outside Rearview Mirror Glass Replacement (Manual)

Removal Procedure




1. Remove mirror face from the mirror by placing tape over mirror face, then breaking mirror face by striking carefully with a small hammer.
2. Remove all pieces of glass from mirror frame.
3. Mark location of 2-sided tape on mirror back plate.
4. Clean adhesive from mirror back plate.

Installation Procedure

1. Apply clear silicone adhesive into "bull's-eye" areas of mirror back plate. Cover each bull's-eye completely with a 1 mm (0.04 in.) thickness of 3M(R) Clear Silicone adhesive 08661 or equivalent.
2. Install mirror face to mirror frame by applying double-sided tape to marked areas of mirror back plate using double-sided 3M(R) Scotch Mount tape 06383 or equivalent.
3. Center mirror in mirror frame and press firmly to ensure adhesion of the mirror face to the mirror frame.