Changing the mirror in a rearview mirror is something really simple. However, it is a little less so for replace the entire mirror . Rest assured, this remains a completely accessible operation for a sunday handyman , on a Volkswagen Buggy or any other type of vehicle. For information, be aware that a missing or damaged rear view mirror can result in a fine of 68 euros. However, there is no loss of point on the driver's license regarding this concern. Only the left and interior mirrors are required . The right-hand rear view mirror becomes mandatory when the visibility of the interior mirror is impaired. But let's move on to what really interests us, the replacement of retro .change-mirror-Volkswagen-Buggy

How to change the complete rear view mirror of a Volkswagen Buggy

In order to replace your Volkswagen Buggy rearview mirror , you can count approximately one half-hour . Experienced DIY enthusiasts will do this by a quarter of an hour only. Only not all the mirrors are always simple to replace , it varies according to the options they present. Now let's see how to go about it point by point.

  • First remove the cover at the rear view mirror inside the passenger compartment of the Volkswagen Buggy
  • For a retro mechanical : it will generally be necessary to remove or unclip the adjustment wheel
  • For a model electric : you will have to disconnect the connector. Sometimes it is not very accessible, in this case it will be necessary to dismantle the door trim.
  • Unscrew and unclip all the fasteners that hold the damaged mirror
  • Position the new mirror on the Volkswagen Buggy
  • Position all the fastening systems, and check that they are well fixed
  • For mechanical mirrors: reposition the wheel
  • For electric mirrors: connect the connector
  • Replace the cover
  • Test the rear view mirror of the Volkswagen Buggy

For electric models, it sometimes happens that an electric fault prevents the correct operation of the retro. In this case, it is not always mandatory to replace it. It will suffice to verify that the connector is clean, or follow the wire in order to perceive a possible false contact. So repairing the false contact will be enough for the rear view mirror of your Volkswagen Buggy to start working as it should.