Changing the mirror of a rearview mirror is very simple. However, it is much less so for change the complete mirror . Do not panic, this remains an absolutely accessible repair for a beginner mechanic , for a Toyota Hilux 3 or any other type of car. For information, note that an absent or broken rear view mirror can be condemned by a ticket of 68 euros. Nevertheless, there is no loss of point on the driving license concerning this concern. Only the left and interior mirrors are required . The one on the right is mandatory in the event that the use of the interior mirror is hindered. But let's see what really concerns us, i.e. the mirror replacement .
How to change the complete rear view mirror of a Toyota Hilux 3
In order to replace your Toyota Hilux 3 rear view mirror , you can block about a small half-hour . Experienced DIY enthusiasts can take care of this by a quarter of an hour only. But not all mirrors are necessarily the same simple to replace , it will depend on the options on board. So let's see what to do point by point.
- You must first remove the cover on the rear view mirror inside the interior of your Toyota Hilux 3
- For a model mechanical : it will often be necessary to unscrew or unclip the adjustment wheel
- For a model electric : You will have to disconnect the connector. At times the latter is not super accessible, in this case you will have to dismantle the door trim.
- Unscrew and unclip all the fasteners that hold the damaged mirror
- Place the new mirror on your Toyota Hilux 3
- Position all the fastening systems, and ensure that they are correctly in place
- For mechanical mirrors: replace the wheel
- For electric mirrors: reconnect the connector
- Replace the cover
- Test the mirror of your Toyota Hilux 3
For electric models, it sometimes happens that a connection fault prevents the mirror from working properly. In this case, it is not necessarily mandatory to replace it. Just check that the connector is not cluttered, or follow the wire to find a possible electrical fault. In this situation, isolating the false contact will be enough for the mirror of your Toyota Hilux 3 to start working as it should.