Changing the mirror of a rearview mirror is super simple. However, it is much less so for change the complete mirror . No worries either, it's an absolutely accessible repair for a sunday handyman , for a Volkswagen 181 or any other car model. For information, be aware that an absent or damaged rear view mirror can result in a fine of 68 euros. Fortunately, there is no loss of point on the license for this concern. Only the left and inside mirrors are required . The right one is compulsory when the use of the interior mirror is hampered. But let's see what really concerns us, i.e. the mirror replacement .
How to change the complete rear view mirror of a Volkswagen 181
To to change your rear view mirror of Volkswagen 181 , you can count approximately one half-hour . Experienced DIY enthusiasts can take care of it by a quarter of an hour only. However not all mirrors are inevitably so easy to change , it varies according to the options they present. Let's take a look at how to do it step by step.
- First remove the cover at the rear view mirror inside the passenger compartment of the Volkswagen 181
- For a retro mechanical : it will usually 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 super accessible, in this case it will be necessary to dismantle the door trim.
- Unscrew and remove all of the fasteners that hold the damaged mirror
- Fit the new rear view mirror on the Volkswagen 181
- Set up all the fastening systems, and check that they are in place
- For mechanical mirrors: reposition the wheel
- For electric mirrors: connect the connector
- Replace the cover in place
- Test the rear view mirror of the Volkswagen 181
Regarding electric models, it is sometimes possible that a connection fault limits the proper functioning of the mirror. In this situation, it is not necessarily mandatory to change it. It will suffice to check that the connector is not cluttered, or follow the wiring in order to find a possible short circuit. In this case, isolating the false contact will be enough for the retro of your Volkswagen 181 to resume normal operation.