Replacing the mirror in a rearview mirror is super easy. However, it is less so for change the entire mirror . No worries either, it remains a perfectly feasible repair for a sunday handyman , on a Kia Clarus or any other type of vehicle. For information, be aware that an absent or defective mirror can result in a fine of 68 euros. Nevertheless, it is impossible to lose a point on the license concerning this concern. Only the left and interior mirrors are required . The right-hand rear view mirror is compulsory if the use of the interior mirror is ever hindered. But let's see what really concerns us, the mirror replacement .
How to change the complete mirror on a Kia Clarus
In order to replace your Kia Clarus rearview mirror , you can plan approximately half-hour . Experienced DIY enthusiasts can take care of this by a quarter of an hour only. Only not all the mirrors are always the same simple to replace , it depends on the options on board. Let's look at how to do it step by step.
- You must first remove the cover behind the mirror inside the cockpit of your Kia Clarus
- For a retro mechanical : it will generally be necessary to unscrew or unclip the adjustment wheel
- For a model electric : You must disconnect the connector. At times it is not very accessible, in this case it will be necessary to remove the door trim.
- Unscrew and remove all the fasteners that hold the damaged mirror
- Install the new mirror on your Kia Clarus
- Install all the fastening systems, and check that they are correctly fixed
- For mechanical mirrors: replace the wheel
- For electric mirrors: connect the connector
- Replace the cover
- Test the rear view mirror of your Kia Clarus
Regarding electric models, it sometimes happens that a connection fault restricts the correct functioning of the mirror. In this situation, it is not necessarily mandatory to replace it. It will suffice to look that the connector is clean, or to follow the wiring to find a possible false contact. So, repairing the electrical fault will be enough for the rear view mirror of this Kia Clarus to resume working normally.