Outside Rearview Mirror Glass Replacement

2008 Chevrolet Chevy Express G2500, Van Cargo, 6.6 6SECTION Outside Rearview Mirror Glass Replacement
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Fig 1: View Of Mirror Face, Mirror Motor & Motor Screws
GM1837466Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
Callout Component Name
1 Outside Rearview Mirror Face
Tip:Β 
  1. Tip the mirror face outward at the bottom.
  2. With a twisting motion push upward on the bottom of the mirror face and pull rearward until it releases from the rearview mirror motor.
  3. Disconnect the electrical connectors.
2 Outside Rearview Mirror Motor Screws (Qty: 4)
NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice .

Tighten:Β  2 N.m (18 lb in)

3 Outside Rearview Mirror Motor
Tip:Β  Gently press the mirror back into the adjuster mechanism with the palm of the hand on the center of the glass until it locks into place.
RENDER: 1.0x

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