Changing the mirror of a rearview mirror is super easy. However, it is a little less so for replace the complete mirror . Don't worry either, it's a completely doable repair for a sunday handyman , on a Nissan Leaf 2 or any other car model. For information, you should know that an absent or damaged mirror can be condemned by a fine of 68 euros. Fortunately, it's impossible to lose a point on the driver's license for this problem. Only the left and interior mirrors are required . The right mirror is mandatory in the event that the use of the interior mirror is hampered. But let's move on to what really interests us, that is to say the mirror replacement .change-mirror-Nissan-Leaf-2

How to change the complete mirror on a Nissan Leaf 2

In order to change your Nissan Leaf 2 mirror , you can plan approximately half-hour . Experienced DIY enthusiasts will do this by a quarter of an hour only. Only not all mirrors are necessarily easy to change , it depends on the options they present. Let's look at what to do point by point.

  • Start by removing the cover on the mirror inside the passenger compartment of your Nissan Leaf 2
  • For a model mechanical : it will generally be necessary to remove or unclip the adjustment wheel
  • For a model electric : you must unplug the connector. From time to time the latter is not extremely accessible, in this case it will be necessary to remove the door trim.
  • Unscrew and unclip all the fasteners that hold the damaged mirror
  • Fit the new mirror on your Nissan Leaf 2
  • Set up all fastening systems, and make sure they are correctly in place
  • For mechanical mirrors: reposition the wheel
  • For electric mirrors: reconnect the connector
  • Replace the cover in place
  • Test the rearview mirror of your Nissan Leaf 2

On the electric ranges, it happens that a connection fault prevents the correct operation of the mirror. In this case, it is not always obligatory to change it. It will suffice to check that the connector is not cluttered, or to follow the wire in order to find a possible false contact. In this situation, repairing the electrical fault will be enough for the retro of your Nissan Leaf 2 to start working as it should.