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Model With Electric Retractable Mirror

CAUTION:
  • When removing the mirror, be careful not to damage the back surface of mirror with a flat tip screwdriver.
  • When installing the mirror, insert the connector and clip securely.
  1. Operate the remote control mirror switch to face the mirror surface upward.
  2. Disconnect the ground cable from battery.
  3. Remove the outer mirror.
    1. Using a flat tip screwdriver, release the clips then remove the outer mirror by sliding downward.
      Fig 1: Disconnect Outer Mirror Clips Using Flat Tip Screwdriver
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    2. Disconnect the mirror heater connector. (Model with mirror heater)
      Fig 2: Locating Mirror Heater Connector (Model With Mirror Heater)
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  4. Disconnect the claws and then remove the outer mirror lower cover.
    Fig 3: Identifying Scalp Cap And Claws
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  5. Engage the claws into the hole and install the scalp cap.
    CAUTION: Be careful not to apply excessive force when removing the scalp cap, as the lower hooks may become damaged. 
    Fig 4: Identifying Scalp Cap Claws Installation Position
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  6. Engage the claws into the hole and install the scalp cap.
    Fig 5: Identifying Scalp Cap Claw Hole
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  7. Engage the claws into the hole and install the outer mirror lower cover.
    Fig 6: Identifying Outer Mirror Lower Cover Hole
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  8. Check that all the claws are securely engaged.
  9. Install the outer mirror in the reverse order of removal.