How To Remove Driver Side Door Mirror

Step 9 remove mirror.

How to remove driver side door mirror. Remove the old bmw mirror from the side mirror housing. Even when powered mirrors are present on the truck you can access the wire. Use the mirror switch to move down the side mirror. Use a dashboard trim removal tool to pry the old mirror out.

With the electrics unplugged you can remove the screws or bolts that attach the mirror to the door. You don t have to pull out the entire interior door panel on the silverado like you do on many other models just to remove and replace the mirror. With one hand you will use your 10mm socket to remove the mirror s bolts. How to disassemble a side view mirror.

Use your other hand to hold the side mirror assembly so it doesn t fall down and scratch your truck. It probably won t fall out when you remove them but if you have a helper handy to catch or you can put a hand underneath it while you work do this. Handle the glass with care. Disconnecting the old side mirror.

Locate the access panel for the mirror s wiring harness and mounting nuts. Removing the side view mirror on a chevrolet silverado is a relatively benign procedure. The panel is usually triangular and mounts inside the door. Just be careful to avoid damaging the side mirror housing.