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HOMESERVICE MANUALSACURA2010TL FWD V6-3.5LREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISBODY AND FRAMEMIRRORSSERVICE AND REPAIRMIRROR HOLDER REPLACEMENT
2010 Acura TL FWD V6-3.5L
Mirror Holder Replacement
2010 Acura TL FWD V6-3.5LSECTION Mirror Holder Replacement
Mirror Holder Replacement
NOTE:
- Put on gloves to protect your hands.
- When prying with a flat-tip screwdriver, wrap it with protective tape to prevent damage.
1. Carefully push on the top edge of the mirror holder (A) by hand.
2. Put a shop towel in the opening between the bottom edge of the mirror holder and the mirror housing (B) to prevent scratches. Insert a flat-tip screwdriver under the mirror holder, and detach the bottom clips (C).
3. Carefully pull out the bottom edge of the mirror holder (A) to separate the adhesive (B), and then release the side clips (C).
NOTE: In cold weather, gently warm the mirror holder to at least 68 °F (20 °C) before removing it.
4. Separate the mirror holder from the inner holder (D) on the actuator by releasing the hooks (E), and disconnect the mirror defogger connectors (F).
5. Before reinstalling the mirror holder to the inner holder (A) on the actuator, check the actuator rods (B) and the actuator boots (C).
NOTE: Make sure each actuator rod is inserted into the actuator securely, and each actuator boot is fully seated on the actuator.
6. Reconnect the mirror defogger connectors.
7. Reattach the hooks on the mirror holder to the actuator, then position the mirror holder on the actuator. Carefully push on the clip areas of the mirror holder until the mirror holder locks into place.
8. Check the actuator operation.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.