Changing the mirror of a rearview mirror is really easy. However, it is a little less so for change the entire mirror . Don't worry either, it's an absolutely doable operation for a novice mechanic , for a seat terraavis or any other vehicle model. For information, please note that an absent or damaged rear view mirror can result in a fine of 68 euros. Fortunately, there is no loss of point on the permit regarding this problem. Only the left and interior mirrors are required . The right-hand rear view mirror is compulsory if the use of the interior mirror is hindered. But let's see what really concerns us, the mirror replacement .
How to change the complete rear view mirror of a seat terraavis
To changing your seat terraavis mirror , you can count about a little half-hour . Experienced DIY enthusiasts will do this by a quarter of an hour only. But not all mirrors are inevitably so easy to change , it will depend on the options on board. Now let's see how to do it step by step.
- Start by removing the cover at the rear view mirror inside the passenger compartment of the seat terraavis
- For a retro mechanical : it will usually be necessary to unscrew or unclip the adjustment wheel
- For a model electric : you will have to disconnect the connector. At times the latter is not very accessible, in this case it will be necessary to remove the door trim.
- Unscrew and unclip all the fasteners that hold the damaged mirror
- Position the new mirror on the seat terraavis
- Position all the fastening systems, and check that they are well fixed
- For mechanical mirrors: put back the wheel
- For electric mirrors: reconnect the connector
- Replace the cover
- Test the seat terraavis mirror
On the electric ranges, it sometimes happens that an electrical fault restricts the proper functioning of the mirror. If this is the case, it is not always mandatory to change it. You just need to check that the connector is not cluttered, or follow the wire in order to find a possible electrical fault. In this case, isolating the false contact will be enough for the mirror of your seat terraavis to start working as it should.