Changing the mirror in a rearview mirror is super simple. However, it is a little less so for replace the entire mirror . No worries either, it remains a very feasible manipulation for a sunday handyman , for a Kia Picanto 2 or any model of vehicle. For information, be aware that a missing or broken rear view mirror can result in a ticket of 68 euros. However, it is impossible to lose a point on the license regarding this concern. Only the left and inside mirrors are required . The right rear view mirror is compulsory if the visibility of the interior rear view mirror is impeded. But let's move on to what really concerns us, the mirror replacement .
How to change the complete mirror of a Kia Picanto 2
In order to to change your Kia Picanto 2 rear view mirror , you can plan about a little 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 simple to change , it depends on the options on board. So let's see how to go about it step by step.
- First remove the cover at the rear view mirror inside the cabin of the Kia Picanto 2
- For a retro mechanical : it will generally be necessary to unscrew or unclip the adjustment wheel
- For a model electric : You will have to disconnect the connector. Sometimes it is not very accessible, you will have to remove the door trim.
- Unscrew and remove all of the fasteners that hold the damaged mirror
- Install the new mirror on the Kia Picanto 2
- Install all the fastening systems, and make sure they are in place
- For mechanical mirrors: put back the wheel
- For electric mirrors: reconnect the connector
- Replace the cover in place
- Test the mirror of the Kia Picanto 2
Concerning the electric models, it sometimes happens that a connection fault prevents the proper functioning of the mirror. In this case, it is not always mandatory to change it. You just need to check that the connector is clean, or follow the wire to find a possible electrical fault. In this case, isolating the electrical fault will be enough for the retro of this Kia Picanto 2 to resume operating normally.