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 remains a completely accessible manipulation for a sunday handyman , for a Volkswagen Golfsvan or any model of vehicle. For information, note that a missing or broken rear view mirror can result in a fine of 68 euros. However, it is impossible to lose a point on the license for this concern. Only the left and interior mirrors are required . The one on the right becomes compulsory when the use of the interior mirror is hampered. But let's move on to what really concerns us, the replacement of retro .change-mirror-Volkswagen-Golfsvan

How to change the complete rear view mirror of a Volkswagen Golfsvan

In order to to change your Volkswagen Golfsvan rear view mirror , you can plan about a little half-hour . Experienced DIY enthusiasts can take care of it by a quarter of an hour only. However, not all mirrors are always simple to change , it will depend on the options they present. So let's see how to go about it point by point.

  • Start by removing the cover at the mirror inside the passenger compartment of your Volkswagen Golfsvan
  • 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 extremely accessible, in this case you will have to dismantle the door trim.
  • Unscrew and remove all of the fasteners that hold the damaged mirror
  • Install the new mirror on your Volkswagen Golfsvan
  • Install all the fastening systems, and check that they are correctly fixed
  • For mechanical mirrors: put back the wheel
  • For electric mirrors: reconnect the connector
  • Replace the cover in place
  • Test the mirror of your Volkswagen Golfsvan

Regarding the electrical ranges, it sometimes happens that an electrical fault limits the proper functioning of the retro. In this case, it is not always mandatory to change it. It will suffice to check that the connector is clean, or follow the wiring to perceive a possible electrical fault. So isolating the electrical fault will be enough for the Volkswagen Golfsvan's retro to resume normal operation.