Rearview mirror removal???

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May 9, 2009 | 11:32 PM

Z06ster

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Rearview mirror removal???

I have an '02 Z and because of a failed mod attempt, I need to now remove my review mirror to repair it. I went to the '02 Factory Service manual and it shows there is a single screw you remove to pop it right off. Well... the manual lied because there is another style where a clip appears to hold the mirror in place. Because this clip is right behind wind shield, it is nearly impossible to see let alone reach.

Could anyone out there please tell me the procedure to remove this rearview mirror. I'm wondering if perhaps there is a special GM service tool I need???

Thanks,
Matt

May 9, 2009 | 11:57 PM

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Mine is held on by one T20 Torx-head screw. You the original owner? Factory mirror?

May 10, 2009 | 12:14 AM

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Rearview Mirror Replacement DD8
Removal Procedure

Remove the electrical connector (1) from the back of the inside rearview mirror .

Important
Do NOT pull rearward on the mirror while removing the mirror or damage to the support and/or windshield will occur.

Rock the mirror from side to side pushing upward firmly. An audible click is heard when the inside rearview mirror is releasing from the support.
Remove the inside rearview mirror support.
Installation Procedure

Install the electrical connector (1) to the back of the inside rearview mirror.

Perform the following steps to install the inside rearview mirror:
Center the bottom of the inside rearview mirror on the support.

Important
Do NOT pull rearward on the mirror while installing the mirror or damage to the support and/or windshield will occur.

Rock the inside rearview mirror from side to side while pushing downward firmly. Take care not to damage the windshield.
An audible click is heard when the inside rearview mirror is fully seated.

Last edited by byronhunter; May 10, 2009 at 12:18 AM.

May 10, 2009 | 05:10 AM

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I haven't heard of the rocking technique for the Electrochromatic mirror, I use a mini pry bar and depress the clip while someone outside the car guides me...

Matt, I'm really sorry you're gong through all this grief!

May 10, 2009 | 11:03 AM

byronhunter

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Quote:

Originally Posted by tstar

tstar, that is cut and paste directly from the '02 Service Manual.

May 10, 2009 | 11:34 AM

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Quote:

Originally Posted by byronhunter

tstar, that is cut and paste directly from the '02 Service Manual.

Either you've got a different version of the '02 service manual, or the OP looked in the wrong place in his.

May 10, 2009 | 12:17 PM

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I have removed a dozen or more electrochromatic mirrors and I have never gotten the rocking method to work. There is a tool that you can buy
http://www.technologylk.com/product/...tm?src=froogle

read the instructions for this tool.

I use a Craftsman 10" pry bar and can remove a mirror in less than 10 seconds

http://www.sears.com/shc/s/p_10153_1...aftsman+prybar

Just insert the pry bar as far as you can and firmly push towards the windshield on the end of the pry bar while pulling up on the mirror and it will com off

Last edited by ljthe2nd; May 11, 2009 at 04:20 AM.