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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.
  1. Operate the remote control mirror switch to face the mirror - repair upward.
  2. Disconnect the ground cable from battery.
  3. Remove the mirror - repair.
    1. Using a flat tip screwdriver, release the clip, and slide the mirror - repair downward to remove.
      Fig 1: Removing Mirror Clip
      G08315150Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
    2. Disconnect the mirror heater connector. (Model with mirror heater)
      Fig 2: Locating Mirror Heater Connector
      G08315151Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  4. Release the claws, and then remove the cover - cap outer mirror lower.
    Fig 3: Identifying Outer Mirror Lower Cover Claws
    G08315152Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  5. 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: Identifying Outer Mirror Lower Cover Claws
    G08315153Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.