Changing the mirror in a rearview mirror is super simple. But it is less so for replace the entire mirror . No worries either, it remains an absolutely accessible operation for a novice mechanic , on an Opel Mokka X or any other car model. For information, you should know that an absent or damaged rearview mirror can be condemned by a fine of 68 euros. Fortunately, it is impossible to lose a point on the driver's license regarding this problem. Only the left and interior mirrors are required . The right-hand rear view mirror becomes compulsory if the use of the interior rear-view mirror is ever hampered. But let's move on to what really concerns us, the mirror replacement .change-mirror-Opel-Mokka-X

How to change the complete mirror of an Opel Mokka X

To to change your mirror of Opel Mokka X , you can count about a little half-hour . More experienced DIY enthusiasts can take care of it by a quarter of an hour only. However, not all mirrors are inevitably equally easy to change , it depends on the options they present. Let's look at how to go about it point by point.

  • Start by removing the cover at the rear view mirror inside the interior of your Opel Mokka X
  • For a retro mechanical : it will often be necessary to unscrew or unclip the adjustment wheel
  • For a model electric : You must disconnect the connector. From time to time it is not very accessible, it will then be necessary to disassemble the door trim.
  • Unscrew and unclip all the fasteners that hold the damaged mirror
  • Put the new mirror on your Opel Mokka X
  • Set up all the fastening systems, and check that they are correctly in place
  • For mechanical mirrors: replace the wheel
  • For electric mirrors: reconnect the connector
  • Replace the cover
  • Test the mirror of your Opel Mokka X

For electric models, it sometimes happens that an electrical fault limits the proper functioning of the mirror. In this case, it is not always mandatory to change it. Just watch that the connector is clean, or follow the wire to find a possible false contact. In this case, isolating the electrical fault will be enough for the rear view mirror of the Opel Mokka X to start to work as it should.