Installation Procedure

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Fig 1: View Of Outside Rearview Mirror Motor & Actuator Ring

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NOTE: If the actuator ring is on the motor/actuator go to step 3. If the actuator ring is off do steps 1, 2.

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

Fig 2: Identifying Actuator Ring & Motor/Actuator

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Place the motor/actuator ring (1) in the center of the motor/actuator (2) press inward until fully seated.
Connect the electrical connectors to the mirror glass.
Place the mirror on the lower mirror motor/actuator ring tabs

Fig 3: Adjusting Mirror Glass Placement

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Using a suitable tool (1) between the mirror glass (2) and top of the housing (3).
Press downward on the suitable tool this will allow the mirror glass to lock on the tabs of the motor/actuator ring.
Install the outside rearview mirror courtesy lamp to the mirror housing, if equipped.
Remove the masking tape from the lower edge of the mirror housing and mirror glass.
Inspect the mirror for proper operation.