I was just trying to install my new blendmount radar mount and as I was installing the mounting bracket I pulled on the mirror it unclipped from the windshield mount. Is there a special technique in getting this to snap back on? Thanks in advance

 

There are 3 little pins that hold it in place. Hold your mirror flush to the mounting bolt and at a slight angle, push forward, then twist it in place. It's kind of odd at first, but once you have done it once it's very easy from then on.

If you need help PM or call me.

 

Here's an older thread just for a little more info:

http://forums.corvetteforum.com/c6-c...-off-help.html

 

I am trying what you said, it appears that for the inside pins to line up the base of the mirror has to be at approx a 45 degree angle, I push it on this way, and then turn, the mirror stays on but it is loose. What am I doing wrong?

 

Nothing.......because the mirror was essentially pulled off without twisting, the pins are now bent. I didn't mention it before hoping you would escape this issue.....but apparently you didn't.

Now you need to take it apart and do your best to straighten the pins. Read through these threads for suggestions on a DIY fix:

http://forums.corvetteforum.com/c6-c...ew-mirror.html

http://forums.corvetteforum.com/c6-c...m-shaking.html

Hope you can get it done and not have to buy a new one.

 

You didn't do any thing wrong except how you took it off. That somehow messes up those pins. Been there done that ,on another C6. A body shop also removed the mirror the same way and messed up the pins. They bought me a new mirror. The glass man and I tried to redo the pins. It didn't work. If you take the mirror off the right way the first time you won't have a problem reinstalling it. NEVER pull or pry the mirror off. Turn it counter clockwise about 45 degrees. On the original C6 I removed incorrectly I put a drop of Gorilla glue on it. I never tried to remove the mirror again. But it wasn't loose anymore.
I installed my BLEND MOUNT without removing the mirror.
Good luck.
Pat

 

I just had my windshield replaced. The tech said you had to rotate the mirror a certain way so you didn't screw-up the "pins". If you screw-up the pins, it will wobble. I don't exactly remember "the certain way". Google Banner Glass in Rockville MD and ask the tech there. They were really competent and helpful. What a car! What a country!

 

If the pins are bent you'll be able to see very easily. Mine were bent when I bought my car. The mirror vibrated so bad that it was useless. I took the mirror off and very carefully bent the pins so that they were all straight. I was thinking that I would have to buy another mirror but this quick fix solved my problem. That was over a year ago and all goes well so for.

 

Was ready to just give up, put the pins back in and was going to give it one last shot. It seems to have caught and does not wobble. I see the base move very slightly when I adjust the mirror, but then I never really looked to see if it always did that. Pushed my luck and also mounted the blendmount, everything seems to be staying in place. If it was to get loose, that means I definitely need a mirror, right? If that happens I assume I should by new, as a used one may have bent pins, correct? Thanks for all of the replies.

 

No you do not need to buy another. If the pins are actually bent, just bend then back in shape. New mirrors are very expensive and you can fix yours no problem.

Serious, trust us with this.

 

I see you already got it back on and it seems to be OK. You might try removing all signs of the detector mount. Call your dealer and tell him you went to adjust the mirror and now it's loose. Should be replaced under warranty.

Start again and now you know what not to do. Good Luck.

 

Car is an 06, has extended warranty and is also certified, but I dont think they would cover a mirror. Will ask, however.

 

Wouldn't it be easier to just go down to the local convenience store, stick your hand in your jacket pocket and say, "Give me the money"? Why go to all the trouble making up a story to steal from GM and the dealer when you can steal from a clerk easier?

 

Been driving the car today and noticing a very faint movement of the mirror when going over a rough road surface or bump. Dont know if this is being caused by the radar detector now hanging from the mirror or if its a result of my screw up from last nite. If it is still pin related has anyone ever replaced these pins? I have straightened them out but they are never perfect and it seemed that they would start to have a slight bend again after the attempted installs.

 

With the power plug disconnected, you can remove the whole mirror assembly by rotating it counterclockwise toward the passenger side about 60 degrees. At that point it should separate cleanly from the windshield.

Reinstalling it is a bit trickier. You must line it up at that same 60 degrees off-vertical angle, flush against the windshield socket, and press it home before rotating it clockwise back to its normal position. You'll know when the mirror is properly inserted in its socket as soon as you begin the clockwise rotation. If it's not properly inserted, it won't catch.

This must all be done by "feel" since there's no way to see the stump & socket during a removal or reinstallation. After two or three times, you'll be able to do it in a few seconds.

 

I think I have done this. Not sure what you mean by press it home before rotating?

An update to my adventure. I removed the radar detector from the mount, slight mirror shake during driving stopped. I then proceeded to remove the blendmount and the mirror got loose. Seems the clip with the rubber piece was creating tension on the mirror base and caused reduced movement. Right now I cut an unused tire shine sponge and wedged it in behind the mirror where the blendmount was and the mirror has minimum shaking. Looks like I had to play with the pins again to get this right. When mounting the mirror to the windshield at an angle is a certain amount of pressure needed before turning the base?

 

You have to press the {somewhat] triangular post of the mirror assembly fully into the [somewhat] triangular socket on the windshield. You must orient the mirror assembly at the correct rotational angle (~60 degrees CCW from vertical) so that the sides of those triangles line up. Only then can you press the assembly into the socket.

Yes. You must get all three points of that triangular post pressed equally and fully into the triangular socket on the windshield before rotating it CW to the locked position. Once it's fully inserted, it doesn't take very much to rotate and lock it. But if you try to force it you could do real damage to the locking pins.

That sponge is the key to eliminating mirror vibration with the Blendmount installed. It makes remounting the mirror assembly a bit more difficult, but it's an essential part of the overall installation. Without it, the resonant frequency of the mirror+Blendmount+detector combination makes the mirror vibrate wildly every time the car goes over the slightest bump. The thickness and stiffness of the Blendmount's spong rubber pad were chosen to dampen those vibrations. The pins in your mirror assembly may not be gripping the mirror mount securely. The tire shine sponge you wedged between the mirror and window is performing a function similar to the Blendmount's sponge pad. It might be possible to dismount/remount your mirror and get it to seat properly and not vibrate. I hope so.

 

I had the base at an angle as I mounted on the base. One of the torx screws lines up exactly with the mount and I used it as a guide. I pressed and then turned, but it is never as tight as it should be. I assume that is due to a pin issue. Just want to make sure that that is the case in the event that I spring for a new mirror and I dont have the same problem. I appreciate your responses!

 

I've had some experience with these mirror's and can share a few thing's. Seem's you've already discovered the european cam lock mounting system these use, where you rock the base about 45 degrees to one side to remove. Unfortunately the bent mounting spring problem is quite common when these mirror's are removed. I've had good luck disassembling the spring assembly with a #T8 Torx bit, mounting each pin end in a cordless drill, and work them straight with various pliers while slowly rotating. You can also track down some .075" spring wire and cut to length. You're wanting to exhaust all repair options before buying a new mirror, as the auto dimming/compass job's are about $400 buck's. Also, I wouldn't put the additional wieght of a radar detector on this thing, as that's just another probem now or later.

 

I notice the OP didn't respond to you and that's because the OP has a problem and you answer by telling him to commit armed robbery. That really helps him.

The advice I gave him was the same advice I was given from a Forum member when the same thing happened to me while trying to install the Invisacord. The mirror came off in my hand. I was unable to get it back on. It went to the dealer and the tech put it on in 30 seconds. Free of any charge.
Maybe they would have been able to do the same for him. Lying yes, stealing certainly not.

Next time, think before you respond and if you have nothing that could help the OP I suggest you move on to the next post.