Rearview Mirror: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2012 Subaru Forester. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

CAUTION:

Never reuse the spring. When the rearview mirror assembly is removed from the mirror base, fixed force will decline and the rearview mirror assembly may come off.
Be careful not to damage the mirror surface and windshield glass.

NOTE: Never reuse the spring. Prepare a new spring before removal.

Turn the mirror base 90° clockwise or counterclockwise to remove it.

Fig 1: Turning Mirror Base Clockwise
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Remove the spring from the mirror base.

Fig 2: Mirror Base Spring
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When the mirror base is damaged, use a piano wire, spatula, etc. to remove.