Tools Needed:
- Phillips-head screwdriver
- Flat-head screwdriver
- Replacement mirror control switch
Instructions:
1. Disconnect Battery:
- Start by disconnecting the negative terminal of your car's battery to prevent any electrical accidents during the process.
2. Remove Mirror Control Panel:
- Locate the mirror control panel on the driver's side door panel.
- Use a flat-head screwdriver to gently pry off the plastic cover of the control panel.
3. Remove Control Panel Screws:
- Once the cover is removed, you will see two Phillips-head screws securing the control panel to the door panel.
- Use the Phillips-head screwdriver to remove these screws.
4. Unplug Control Switch:
- Gently pull the control panel away from the door panel to expose the wiring.
- Locate the electrical connector attached to the back of the mirror control switch.
- Press the release tab on the connector and carefully disconnect it from the mirror control switch.
5. Remove Old Mirror Control Switch:
- The mirror control switch is held in place by plastic clips.
- Gently pry the clips with the flat-head screwdriver to release the switch.
6. Install the New Mirror Control Switch:
-Align the new mirror control switch with the plastic clips on the door panel.
- Press firmly to snap the switch into place.
7. Reconnect the Electrical Connector:
-Reconnect the electrical connector that you disconnected earlier by pressing it firmly into place.
8. Replace the Control Panel Screws:
-Reinsert the two Phillips-head screws that you removed earlier to secure the control panel back to the door panel.
9. Replace the Mirror Control Panel Cover:
-Align the plastic cover of the mirror control panel with the panel on the door panel and gently press it into place.
10. Test the Switch:
-Reconnect the negative terminal of the car battery.
-Turn on the ignition and test the mirror control switch to make sure it is functioning properly.
Remember to take your time during the process, and if you encounter any difficulties or feel unsure, it's best to consult a professional mechanic to assist you with the replacement.
