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Old Jul 16, 2004 | 10:33 AM
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Anyone know a fix for this problem on my 2000 Vert A4? Every time I hit a rough spot (RR tracks, etc.) the mirror drops down and has to be readjusted.
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Old Jul 16, 2004 | 12:41 PM
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I have a 97, and rearview mirror seems to sag all the time and vibrates when I am idle. It will not stay in the position I put it in. It is like a 1/2 inch loose movement up and down.
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Old Jul 16, 2004 | 12:44 PM
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my 97 did that too.
all you need to do is snug up the little allen wrench bolt.

now that I think about it, it may be a torx bit. I am at work so I cant tell you for sure.
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Old Jul 16, 2004 | 12:52 PM
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First ,determine if the base is loose.If it is go to PEP BOYS or any parts house and purchase a special adhesive made for the installation of rear view mirrors.Clean the old adhesive off with a razor blade and follow the instuctions with the adhesive.It worked great for me.No more vibration! I learned about this fix here on the forum . :flag
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Old Jul 16, 2004 | 02:16 PM
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I just had mine rattle completely off twice for lunch..

All that from a little 10" solobaric kicker..
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Old Jul 16, 2004 | 02:41 PM
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The mirror adjusts on two ball sockets. One of them has become loose in one direction.

A simple fix is to grab the rod between the mirror and the window, and turn it in the window socket 90deg. Then, readjust your mirror

It should now be as tight as new...
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Old Jul 16, 2004 | 06:06 PM
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Thanks mrtoner,
Sounds like it should work, I'll give it a try.
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Mrtoner, that worked perfectly. Thank you for that great suggestion.
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A really old thread, but some very good info.
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Originally Posted by mrtoner
The mirror adjusts on two ball sockets. One of them has become loose in one direction.

A simple fix is to grab the rod between the mirror and the window, and turn it in the window socket 90deg. Then, readjust your mirror

It should now be as tight as new...
Will give this a try.R
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