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Outer Mirror Assembly: Removal

Refer to "DISASSEMBLY" for removal procedures of scalp cap and mirror face. Refer to GLASS/WINDOW/MIRRORS>OUTER MIRROR ASSEMBLY>DISASSEMBLY .

  1. Disconnect the ground cable from battery and wait for at least 60 seconds before starting work. Refer to NOTE>NOTE>BATTERY .
    NOTE: For model with battery sensor, disconnect the ground terminal from battery sensor.
  2. Remove the trim panel - front door. Refer to EXTERIOR/INTERIOR TRIM>DOOR TRIM>REMOVAL>FRONT DOOR .
  3. Turn over the sealing cover - front door.
    CAUTION:
    • Carefully remove the butyl tape. Excessive force will easily break the sealing cover - front door.
    • If the sealing cover - front door gets broken, replace it with a new part.
    • Be careful not to allow the butyl tape to contact any trims and seats because the butyl tape, which has a strong adhesive force, is difficult to remove once it adhered.
    1. Remove the connector clip that is installed on the panel assembly - front door, and disconnect the connector.
    2. Carefully remove and turn over the sealing cover - front door within the area where the operation can be performed.
  4. Remove the bolts to remove outer mirror assembly.
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