Changing the mirror of a rearview mirror is really easy. However, it is a little less so for replace the entire mirror . No worries either, it is a completely accessible operation for a sunday handyman , on a Toyota Land Cruiser Serie 40 or any other vehicle model. For information, note that a missing or broken mirror can result in a fine of 68 euros. However, it is impossible to lose a point on the driver's license regarding this concern. Only the left and interior mirrors are required . The one on the right is mandatory if ever the visibility of the interior rear-view mirror is obstructed. But let's see what really concerns us, that is to say the mirror replacement .
How to change the complete rear view mirror of a Toyota Land Cruiser Serie 40
To replace your Toyota Land Cruiser Serie 40 mirror , you can block approximately one half-hour . Experienced DIY enthusiasts can take care of it by 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.
- Start by removing the cover at the rear view mirror inside the interior of the Toyota Land Cruiser Serie 40
- For a model mechanical : it will generally be necessary to remove or unclip the adjustment wheel
- For a model electric : you will have to disconnect the connector. Sometimes the latter is not very accessible, it will then be necessary to remove the door trim.
- Unscrew and remove all of the fasteners that hold the damaged mirror
- Fit the new mirror on the Toyota Land Cruiser Serie 40
- Set up all fastening systems, and check that they are correctly fixed
- For mechanical mirrors: replace the wheel
- For electric mirrors: connect the connector
- Replace the cover in place
- Test the mirror of the Toyota Land Cruiser Serie 40
Regarding electric models, it sometimes happens that a connection fault restricts the correct functioning of the mirror. In this situation, it is not necessarily mandatory to replace it. It will suffice to check that the connector is not obstructed, or to follow the wiring to perceive a possible short circuit. So isolating the electrical fault will be enough for the mirror of your Toyota Land Cruiser Serie 40 to start working normally.