Removal Procedure

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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 to MIRROR REPLACEMENT .

Fig 1: Identifying Electrochromic Mirror And Non-Electrochromic Mirror

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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.
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.

Fig 2: Releasing Upper Tab Retaining Glass To Actuator

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