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Removal Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Chevrolet Malibu. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
CAUTION: Refer to EYE PROTECTION CAUTION .
  1. Carefully push the outside rearview mirror face on the inner edge (near the front door window glass) to allow finger access.
  2. Fig 1: View Of Glass Mirror Face
    GM167809Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  3. Grasp the mirror face firmly and pull it from the mirror body.
  4. Remove the outside rearview mirror case from the outside rearview mirror housing and disconnect the heater wire (if equipped).
  5. Fig 2: Identifying Mirror Case Jackscrews
    GM742257Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. Remove the 2 jackscrews from back of the mirror case.
    • Bend the 2 jackscrews over.
    • Press down on the side of the jackscrew popping the screw from the mirror glass case.
    • Save the jackscrews for reinstallation to the mirror motor.