Replacing the mirror in a rearview mirror is super simple. However, it is a little less so for replace the entire mirror . Do not panic, this remains an absolutely accessible repair for a novice mechanic , on a Toyota Rav 4 (3rd Generation) or any type of car. For information, note that an absent or broken rear view mirror can be condemned by a fine of 68 euros. However, there is no loss of point on the license for this concern. Only the left and interior mirrors are required . The right one becomes mandatory when the visibility of the interior mirror is hampered. But let's see what really interests us, that is to say the replacement of retro .
How to change the complete rear view mirror of a Toyota Rav 4 (3th Generation)
In order to replace your Toyota Rav 4 (3th Generation) mirror , you can block about a small half-hour . Experienced DIY enthusiasts will do this by a quarter of an hour only. However, not all mirrors are inevitably also simple to replace , it will depend on the options on board. Let's look at how to do it step by step.
- You must first remove the cover behind the rear view mirror inside the interior of the Toyota Rav 4 (3rd Generation)
- For a model mechanical : it will generally be necessary to unscrew or unclip the adjustment wheel
- For a model electric : You will have to disconnect the connector. At times it 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
- Install the new mirror on the Toyota Rav 4 (3rd Generation)
- Install all the fastening systems, and check that they are in place
- For mechanical mirrors: replace the wheel
- For electric mirrors: connect the connector
- Replace the cover
- Test the rear view mirror of the Toyota Rav 4 (3rd Generation)
For electric models, it sometimes happens that an electrical fault limits the proper functioning of the retro. In this case, it is not inevitably necessary to replace it. Just check that the connector is clean, or follow the wire to perceive a possible short circuit. In this situation, isolating the electrical fault will be enough for the Toyota Rav 4 (3rd Generation) retro to resume normal operation.