Replacing the mirror in a rearview mirror is very easy. However, it is much less so for change the complete mirror . Do not panic, this remains a completely feasible operation for a novice mechanic , on a Suzuki Vitara or any other type of vehicle. For information, be aware that a missing or defective 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-hand rear view mirror becomes mandatory if the visibility of the interior mirror is impaired. But let's see what really concerns us, the replacement of retro .
How to change the complete rear view mirror of a Suzuki Vitara
To to change your Suzuki Vitara rear view 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 mirrors are inevitably too easy to change , it varies according to the options they present. Let's see how to go about it step by step.
- First remove the cover at the rear view mirror inside the interior of the Suzuki Vitara
- 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. From time to time it is not very accessible, you will have to remove the door trim in this case.
- Unscrew and unclip all the fasteners that hold the damaged mirror
- Fit the new mirror on the Suzuki Vitara
- Set up all the fastening systems, and check that they are correctly fixed
- For mechanical mirrors: reposition the wheel
- For electric mirrors: connect the connector
- Replace the cover in place
- Test the rear view mirror of the Suzuki Vitara
For electric models, it sometimes happens that an electrical fault limits the proper functioning of the retro. In this situation, it is not necessarily mandatory to change it. You just need to watch that the connector is clean, or follow the wire to find a possible short circuit. So, repairing the false contact will be enough for the mirror of this Suzuki Vitara to start working as it should.