Outer Mirror Assembly: Disassembly

CAUTION:

When removing the mirror - repair, be careful not to damage the back surface of mirror - repair with a flat tip screwdriver.
When installing the mirror - repair, insert the connector and clip securely.

Operate the remote control mirror switch to face the mirror - repair upward.
Disconnect the ground terminal from the battery sensor, and wait for at least 60 seconds before starting work. Ref. to BATTERY
Remove the mirror - repair.
1. Using a flat tip screwdriver or similar tool, release the engagement shown in the figure, and slide the mirror - repair downward to remove.
  
  Fig 1: Removing Mirror
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2. Disconnect connectors. (Model with mirror heater and Subaru Rear Vehicle Detection system)
Fig 2: Identifying Connectors (Model With Mirror Heater And Subaru Rear Vehicle Detection System)
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Release the claws, and then remove the cover - cap outer mirror lower.

Fig 3: Identifying Outer Mirror Lower Cap Cover Claws
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Release the claws, and then remove the cover - cap outer mirror.
CAUTION: Be careful not to apply excessive force when removing the cover - cap outer mirror, as the lower hooks may become damaged.

Fig 4: Outer Mirror Cap Cover Claws Location
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Remove the light assembly - side turn mirror. (Model with side turn signal light)
1. Remove the screws and pull out the light assembly - side turn mirror to the front of the vehicle.
2. Disconnect the connector and remove the light assembly - side turn mirror.
  
  Fig 5: Removing Side Turn Mirror Light Assembly
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