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Outer Mirror: Replacement

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  1. Face the mirror upward.
  2. Disconnect the ground cable from battery. (Model with mirror heater)
  3. Use a flat tip screwdriver to remove clip (A).
  4. Lift the lower mirror up to remove hooks (B).
    Fig 1: Identifying Mirror Clip And Hooks
    G05022632Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  5. Disconnect the mirror heater connector from side of the mirror. (Model with mirror heater)
    Fig 2: Identifying Mirror Heater Connector
    G05022633Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  6. Catch the hooks (B) and install clips (A).
    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 hook and clip securely.
      Fig 3: Identifying Mirror Hooks And Clips
      G05033492Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.