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HOMESERVICE MANUALSHONDA2007RIDGELINE RTSREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISBODY & FRAMEMIRRORSMIRRORSMIRROR HOLDER REPLACEMENT
2007 Honda Ridgeline RTS
Mirror Holder Replacement
2007 Honda Ridgeline RTSSECTION Mirror Holder Replacement
NOTE:
Put on gloves to protect your hands.
- Carefully push on the top edge of the mirror holder (A) by hand.
- Put a shop towel in the opening between the lower edge of the mirror holder and the mirror housing (B) to prevent scratches. Insert a flat-tip screwdriver wrapped with protective tape through the slot (C) at the bottom of the mirror holder.
- Twist the screwdriver to release the clips (A) from the actuator (B). Carefully pull out the bottom edge of the mirror holder (C), then separate the mirror holder from the actuator by releasing the hooks (D). Disconnect the mirror defogger connectors (E) from the heater pad terminals.
- Reconnect the mirror defogger connectors.
- Reattach the hooks of the mirror holder to the actuator, then position the mirror holder on the actuator. Carefully push on the clip portions of the mirror holder until the mirror holder locks into place.
- Check the operation of the actuator.
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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.