Outside Rearview Mirror Glass Replacement

Fig 1: Identifying Outside Rearview Mirror Glass

Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

Callout	Component Name
1	Outside Rearview Mirror Glass WARNING: Refer to Glass and Sheet Metal Handling Warning . Procedure Apply masking tape to the top of the outside of the mirror housing to prevent damage. Push mirror face inward at the bottom until full travel is reached. Insert a J 38778 Door Trim Pad Clip Remover or equivalent behind the glass and the first rib support and pry outward until mirror face is released. When installing mirror glass align the mirror face to the backing plate and apply pressure, using a rubber sanding block or equivalent, until an audible click is heard.

Callout

Component Name

Outside Rearview Mirror Glass

WARNING: Refer to Glass and Sheet Metal Handling Warning .

Procedure

Apply masking tape to the top of the outside of the mirror housing to prevent damage.
Push mirror face inward at the bottom until full travel is reached.
Insert a J 38778 Door Trim Pad Clip Remover or equivalent behind the glass and the first rib support and pry outward until mirror face is released.
When installing mirror glass align the mirror face to the backing plate and apply pressure, using a rubber sanding block or equivalent, until an audible click is heard.