Changing the mirror of a rearview mirror is super simple. However, it is a little less so for replace the entire mirror . Rest assured, this remains a completely accessible repair for a novice mechanic , on an Opel Omega or any car model. For information, you should know that an absent or defective rear view mirror can be condemned by a ticket of 68 euros. Nevertheless, there is no loss of point on the driving license concerning this concern. Only the left and interior mirrors are required . The right one is compulsory if the visibility of the interior mirror is ever hampered. But let's move on to what really concerns us, i.e. the replacement of retro .
How to change the complete rear view mirror of an Opel Omega
In order to change your mirror from Opel Omega , you can count approximately one half-hour . Experienced DIY enthusiasts can take care of this by a quarter of an hour only. But not all mirrors are necessarily the same easy to change , it depends on the options they present. Now let's see what to do step by step.
- Start by removing the cover behind the rear view mirror inside the interior of the Opel Omega
- For a model mechanical : it will generally be necessary to remove or unclip the adjustment wheel
- For a model electric : You will have to disconnect the connector. From time to time it is not extremely accessible, in this case you will have to remove the door trim.
- Unscrew and remove all the fasteners that hold the damaged mirror
- Fit the new mirror on the Opel Omega
- Install all fastening systems, and check that they are in place
- For mechanical mirrors: replace the wheel
- For electric mirrors: reconnect the connector
- Replace the cover
- Test the mirror of the Opel Omega
For electric models, it sometimes happens that a connection fault prevents the correct operation of the retro. In this situation, it is not always necessary to change it. Just check that the connector is clean, or follow the wiring in order to detect a possible false contact. In this situation, fixing the electrical fault will be enough for the Opel Omega's retro to start working as it should.