Replacing the mirror in a rearview mirror is super easy. However, it is a little less so for replace the complete mirror . Rest assured, this remains an absolutely feasible manipulation for a novice mechanic , for a Toyota Avensis 2 or any other vehicle model. For information, you should know that an absent or defective mirror can be condemned by a fine of 68 euros. Nevertheless, there is no loss of point on the license concerning this concern. Only the left and interior mirrors are required . The one on the right becomes mandatory when the use of the interior mirror is hampered. But let's see what really concerns us, that is to say the mirror replacement .change-mirror-Toyota Avensis-2

How to change the complete rear view mirror of a Toyota Avensis 2

To replace your Toyota Avensis 2 rear view mirror , you can plan approximately half-hour . More experienced DIYers will a quarter of an hour only. However, not all mirrors are necessarily easy to replace , it will depend on the options on board. Now let's see how to do it step by step.

  • You must first remove the cover on the mirror inside the cockpit of your Toyota Avensis 2
  • For a model mechanical : it will often be necessary to unscrew or unclip the adjustment wheel
  • For a model electric : you will have to unplug the connector. Sometimes it is not super accessible, so you will have to remove the door trim.
  • Unscrew and unclip all the fasteners that hold the damaged mirror
  • Put the new mirror on your Toyota Avensis 2
  • Set up all the fixing 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 mirror of your Toyota Avensis 2

For electric models, it is sometimes possible that an electrical fault prevents the mirror from working properly. If so, it is not always mandatory to replace it. You just have to watch that the connector is clean, or follow the wire in order to perceive a possible electrical fault. So, isolating the electrical fault will be enough for the retro of your Toyota Avensis 2 to resume functioning normally.