Changing the mirror in a rearview mirror is really easy. But it is a little less so for change the complete mirror . No worries either, it is an absolutely accessible manipulation for a sunday handyman , for a Toyota Highlander or any other vehicle model. For information, note that an absent or broken mirror may be punishable by a fine of 68 euros. However, there is no loss of point on the driver's license regarding this concern. Only the left and interior mirrors are required . The right one is compulsory if the use of the interior mirror is hampered. 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 Toyota Highlander
To change your Toyota Highlander mirror , you can plan approximately half-hour . Experienced DIY enthusiasts can take care of it by a quarter of an hour only. However, not all mirrors are necessarily simple to change , it will depend on the options on board. So let's see what to do step by step.
- Start by removing the cover behind the rearview mirror inside the cabin of the Toyota Highlander
- For a retro mechanical : it will often be necessary to unscrew or unclip the adjustment wheel
- For a model electric : you will have to disconnect the connector. Regularly the latter 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 the Toyota Highlander
- Position all the fastening systems, and check that they are correctly in place
- For mechanical mirrors: replace the wheel
- For electric mirrors: reconnect the connector
- Replace the cover in place
- Testing the Toyota Highlander mirror
For the electrical ranges, a connection fault can sometimes prevent the correct functioning of the retro. In this case, it is not necessarily mandatory to change it. You just have to watch that the connector is clean, or follow the wire in order to find a possible electrical fault. In this case, isolating the false contact will be enough for the Toyota Highlander mirror to start working normally.