Replacing the mirror in a rearview mirror is very easy. But it is a little less for replace the entire mirror . Rest assured, this remains an absolutely accessible repair for a novice mechanic , for a Lancia Appia or any other vehicle model. For information, you should know that a missing or broken rear view mirror can be condemned by a fine of 68 euros. Fortunately, it is impossible to lose a point on the driver's license for this problem. Only the left and interior mirrors are required . The right one becomes mandatory if the use of the interior mirror is hindered. But let's move on to what really interests us, that is to say the replacement of retro .
How to change the complete mirror of a Lancia Appia
To replace your Lancia Appia rear view mirror , you can plan approximately half-hour . Experienced DIY enthusiasts will do this in a quarter of an hour only. Only not all mirrors are inevitably too simple to replace , it varies according to the options they present. Let's look at how to do it step by step.
- You must first remove the cover behind the rear view mirror inside the interior of your Lancia Appia
- For a model mechanical : it will generally be necessary to unscrew or unclip the adjustment wheel
- For a model electric : You must disconnect the connector. Sometimes it is not extremely accessible, in this case you will have to remove the door trim.
- Unscrew and unclip all the fasteners that hold the damaged mirror
- Position the new mirror on your Lancia Appia
- Position all the fastening systems, and check that they are in place
- For mechanical mirrors: replace the wheel
- For electric mirrors: connect the connector
- Replace the cover
- Test the mirror of your Lancia Appia
For electric models, it is sometimes possible that an electrical fault limits the proper functioning of the mirror. In this situation, it is not always necessary to replace it. Just check that the connector is clean, or follow the wire in order to detect a possible short circuit. In this situation, fixing the electrical fault will be enough for the rearview mirror of the Lancia Appia to resume working as it should.