Replacing the mirror in a rearview mirror is really simple. However, it is a little less so for change the entire mirror . No worries either, it is a completely accessible operation for a sunday handyman , for a Kia Rio or any other type of car. For information, be aware that a missing or defective rear view mirror can result in a fine of 68 euros. However, it is impossible to lose a point on the license for this concern. Only the left and interior mirrors are required . The right one becomes mandatory if the visibility of the interior rearview mirror is ever impaired. But let's move on to what really interests us, that is to say the replacement of retro .
How to change the full mirror of a Kia Rio
In order to to change your Kia Rio 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 as simple to change , it varies depending on the options on board. Now let's see what to do step by step.
- Start by removing the cover at the rear view mirror inside the cabin of your Kia Rio
- For a model mechanical : it will often be necessary to remove or unclip the adjustment wheel
- For a model electric : You must disconnect the connector. At times it is not super 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 your Kia Rio
- Position all fastening systems, and check that they are correctly fixed
- For mechanical mirrors: replace the wheel
- For electric mirrors: reconnect the connector
- Replace the cover in place
- Test the mirror of your Kia Rio
Regarding electric models, it sometimes happens that a connection fault limits the correct operation of the retro. If this is the case, it is not always necessary to change it. You just need to check that the connector is clean, or follow the wire to find a possible short circuit. In this case, fixing the electrical fault will be enough for the mirror of your Kia Rio to start working as it should.