Removal Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Oldsmobile Bravada, 2002 GMC Envoy XL, 2002 GMC Envoy, and 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fig 1: View Of Electrochromic Mirror And Non-Electrochromic Mirror

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IMPORTANT:

In order to identify the electrochromic mirror (1), take note of the glass bezel thickness of 5 mm (3/16 in).
Only the electrochromic mirror (1) has identification numbers located at the bottom center edge of the glass.
In order to identify the non-electrochromic mirror (2), take note of the glass bezel thickness of 3 mm (1/8 in).
The electrochromic glass is not serviceable. Replace the mirror only as an assembly. Refer toMirror Replacement .

CAUTION: Approved safety glasses and gloves should be worn when performing this procedure to reduce the chance of personal injury.

To remove the non-electrochmic glass, manually tilt the top edge of the glass away from the mirror housing in order to gain access to the retaining tab located behind the glass.

Fig 2: Upper And Lower Retaining Tabs

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Using a flat-bladed tool, carefully release the upper tab (1) that retains the glass to the actuator while simultaneously tilting the glass away from the mirror housing.
Partially remove the glass from the mirror assembly.
Disconnect the 2 heated mirror connectors from the glass, if equipped.
Remove the glass from the mirror assembly.