Outer Mirror Garnish Removal/Installation

2013 Mazda 3 Mazdaspeed, 2.3L Eng VIN 3SECTION Outer Mirror Garnish Removal/Installation
  1. Disconnect the negative battery cable. (See BATTERY REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [MZR 2.0, MZR 2.5] .) (See BATTERY REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [MZR 2.3 DISI TURBO] .) (See BATTERY REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [SKYACTIV-G 2.0] .)
  2. Remove the outer mirror glass from the outer mirror. (See OUTER MIRROR GLASS REMOVALΒ .)
  3. Pinch the end of the tab which is visible, and release the tab by pressing it toward the vehicle front (3 locations).
    Fig 1: Releasing Tab
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  4. Grasp the upper side of the outer mirror garnish and remove it by pulling it in the direction of the arrow.
    Fig 2: Upper Side Of Outer Mirror Garnish
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  5. Install in the reverse order of removal.
RENDER: 1.0x

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