Replacing the mirror in a rearview mirror is super simple. But it is a little less so for replace the entire mirror . No worries either, it remains a very accessible repair for a novice mechanic , for a Volkswagen 1300 or any vehicle model. For information, you should know that an absent or defective mirror can result in a fine of 68 euros. Fortunately, there is no loss of point on the driver's license regarding this problem. Only the left and interior mirrors are required . The right mirror becomes mandatory when the use of the interior mirror is hampered. But let's see what really interests us, the mirror replacement .
How to change the complete rear view mirror of a Volkswagen 1300
In order to replace your Volkswagen 1300 rear view mirror , you can block about a small half-hour . Experienced DIY enthusiasts will do this in a quarter of an hour only. Only not all mirrors are necessarily simple to replace , it depends on the options they present. Now let's see how to go about it step by step.
- Start by removing the cover behind the mirror inside the passenger compartment of your Volkswagen 1300
- For a model mechanical : it will often 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 it will be necessary to remove the door trim.
- Unscrew and unclip all the fasteners that hold the damaged mirror
- Install the new mirror on your Volkswagen 1300
- Install all the fastening systems, and check that they are correctly in place
- For mechanical mirrors: replace the wheel
- For electric mirrors: connect the connector
- Replace the cover in place
- Test the mirror of your Volkswagen 1300
Regarding electric models, it sometimes happens that an electrical fault prevents the mirror from working properly. In this case, it is not necessarily mandatory to replace it. You just have to check that the connector is clean, or follow the wire to find a possible short circuit. In this case, repairing the false ignition will be enough for the retro of your Volkswagen 1300 to resume working normally.