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How do you change a driver side mirror on 2000 Opel Astra G?

Tools and Materials Needed:

- New driver-side mirror

- Adjustable wrench

- Screwdriver

- Pry tool

- New glass (if needed)

- Adhesive (if needed)

Instructions:

1. Remove the old mirror.

- Use an adjustable wrench to loosen the bolts that hold the mirror in place.

- Once the bolts are loose, carefully remove the mirror from the door.

2. Disconnect the electrical connector.

- Locate the electrical connector that is connected to the back of the mirror.

- Use a screwdriver or a pry tool to release the connector.

3. Remove the glass from the mirror (if necessary).

- If the mirror glass is broken, you will need to remove it from the mirror housing.

- Use a screwdriver or a pry tool to carefully remove the glass.

4. Install the new glass (if necessary).

- If you removed the glass from the mirror housing, you will need to install the new glass.

- Apply a small amount of adhesive to the back of the glass.

- Carefully insert the glass into the mirror housing.

5. Reattach the electrical connector.

- Locate the electrical connector that you disconnected in step 2.

- Reattach the connector by pressing it into place until it clicks.

6. Reinstall the mirror.

- Carefully position the mirror in the door.

- Use the adjustable wrench to tighten the bolts that hold the mirror in place.

7. Test the mirror.

- Once the mirror is installed, test it to make sure that it is working properly.

- Adjust the mirror so that you have a clear view of the road behind you.