Body/Trim: - Mirror glass replacement

vlv240 · Apr 23rd, 2011, 18:23

Hello everyone,

I would like to know how can I replace the exterior mirror glass without replacing the entire mirror (if it is possible) and also without damaging the glass or mirror

I read in the Haynes manual that some 3 teeth must be visible through that small opening in the lower part of the mirror but haven't seen them although I moved the glass in all directions many times

Thx

ALLOA · Apr 23rd, 2011, 18:33

Just did this yesterday on mine! You need to GENTLY lever up the lower part of the mirror. There is a yellowish plastic ring with three teeth on it. This is a lock ring that holds the mirror in place. You need to give this a nudge with a flat blade screw driver to release it. If none of this makes any sense let me know and I'll take a photo of all the bits.

Cheers

Scott

240 · Apr 23rd, 2011, 19:55

A few photos would be good. Maybe a litlle write up? For the how to section

ALLOA · Apr 23rd, 2011, 21:39

will do

vlv240 · Apr 24th, 2011, 06:34

Many thanks Scott for the info.

vlv240 · Apr 24th, 2011, 16:48

After checking up mine - 1986 and the donor one 1992 (very careful) I found out that both have the glass attached to the mirror (inside of it) with the help of 8 plastic clamps and 4 guiding pins!
So, to avoid breaking them I will replace the entire mirror.
The "teeth" thing is for pre 1986 models for sure

To be remembered and added to the lack of info in the Haynes manual (not the only one)!!!

marcrex · Apr 25th, 2011, 03:33

Actually did this replacement on my '91 Estate recently. There is a slot on the bottom center of the mirror housing. If you look inside you will see the edge of the gear that holds the mirror in place. You do have to tip the top of the mirror in to see this. With a flat screwdriver you can now slide the guide to get the mirror to release. You may have to gently pry the mirror out. Just make sure that you have released it. I did notice that on a '92 Estate I have for parts the mirror did attach differently, but after inspection I realized that was because they were heated mirrors.

ALLOA · Apr 25th, 2011, 18:08

I've had a chance to take a few pics so hopefully these will help! Push the mirror assembly away from the car to give better access. GENTLY prise the bottom of the mirror away from the housing. The photo that I have attached is a bit blurry but you should see the 'teeth.' These need to be pushed away from the car to release the mirror.
The other photos show the motor behind the mirror. Look for the four fittings this is what the mirror and back plate locate on to. Once the new mirror and back plate are positioned on the motor the ring with the teeth are pushed back towards the car to lock it.
Looking at the pics of the backplate the ring is 'locked' when it is parallel / in line with the backing plate.

Hope this helps.

Cheers

Scott

240 · Apr 25th, 2011, 18:24

thanks, thats very useful, ive asked paul if he can move it to the article section

Paul240480 · Apr 25th, 2011, 19:21

Quote:

Originally Posted by 240

thanks, thats very useful, ive asked paul if he can move it to the article section

Hopefully will be moved over soon-ish

Apr 23rd, 2011, 18:23	#1
vlv240 Renault addict Last Online: Aug 15th, 2013 11:02 Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Brasov - Romania View Photos By: vlv240	Mirror glass replacement Hello everyone, I would like to know how can I replace the exterior mirror glass without replacing the entire mirror (if it is possible) and also without damaging the glass or mirror I read in the Haynes manual that some 3 teeth must be visible through that small opening in the lower part of the mirror but haven't seen them although I moved the glass in all directions many times Thx __________________ & 1986 240 Dl Saloon LHD since '93

Apr 23rd, 2011, 19:55	#3
240 BOB MY BIG OLD BUS Last Online: Jan 15th, 2014 01:06 Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: NORTH EAST	A few photos would be good. Maybe a litlle write up? For the how to section __________________ ~ Never, ever, argue with an idiot. They'll drag you down to their level and beat you with experience ~

Apr 24th, 2011, 06:34	#5
vlv240 Renault addict Last Online: Aug 15th, 2013 11:02 Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Brasov - Romania View Photos By: vlv240	Many thanks Scott for the info. __________________ & 1986 240 Dl Saloon LHD since '93

Apr 24th, 2011, 16:48	#6
vlv240 Renault addict Last Online: Aug 15th, 2013 11:02 Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Brasov - Romania View Photos By: vlv240	After checking up mine - 1986 and the donor one 1992 (very careful) I found out that both have the glass attached to the mirror (inside of it) with the help of 8 plastic clamps and 4 guiding pins! So, to avoid breaking them I will replace the entire mirror. The "teeth" thing is for pre 1986 models for sure To be remembered and added to the lack of info in the Haynes manual (not the only one)!!! __________________ & 1986 240 Dl Saloon LHD since '93 Last edited by vlv240; Apr 24th, 2011 at 16:49. Reason: added ore info

Apr 25th, 2011, 18:24	#9
240 BOB MY BIG OLD BUS Last Online: Jan 15th, 2014 01:06 Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: NORTH EAST	thanks, thats very useful, ive asked paul if he can move it to the article section __________________ ~ Never, ever, argue with an idiot. They'll drag you down to their level and beat you with experience ~

Apr 23rd, 2011, 18:33	#2
ALLOA Master Member Last Online: Yesterday 06:59 Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: ALLOA	Just did this yesterday on mine! You need to GENTLY lever up the lower part of the mirror. There is a yellowish plastic ring with three teeth on it. This is a lock ring that holds the mirror in place. You need to give this a nudge with a flat blade screw driver to release it. If none of this makes any sense let me know and I'll take a photo of all the bits. Cheers Scott

Apr 23rd, 2011, 21:39	#4
ALLOA Master Member Last Online: Yesterday 06:59 Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: ALLOA	will do

Apr 25th, 2011, 03:33	#7
marcrex New Member Last Online: Apr 5th, 2015 16:19 Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Owasco	Actually did this replacement on my '91 Estate recently. There is a slot on the bottom center of the mirror housing. If you look inside you will see the edge of the gear that holds the mirror in place. You do have to tip the top of the mirror in to see this. With a flat screwdriver you can now slide the guide to get the mirror to release. You may have to gently pry the mirror out. Just make sure that you have released it. I did notice that on a '92 Estate I have for parts the mirror did attach differently, but after inspection I realized that was because they were heated mirrors.

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