The mirror glass is interchangeable. You local dealer should be able to get the flat one (just don't tell them you want the right, but the left!). If you adjust the mirror fully 'in' or 'out', you will see a small tab protruding beside the glass, this is part of a circular ring that retains the mirror glass. Using a flat screwdriver or other similar blunt object, turn the ring counter-clockwise until it releases it's hold on the glass. Unplug two wires for the heat element, and install the new one in reverse of the above. Karl
----- Original Message ----- From: John Rodgers <inua@SCOTT.NET> To: <vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM> Sent: Wednesday, October 27, 1999 10:13 AM Subject: Power Mirrors - Again
> I've about had it with the right-side power mirror on my '88GL. The > mirror is one of those types that distort distance...and is going to > cause me to have a wreck or damage my van. I want to replace the glass > so I can have a measure of true distance like the mirror on the left of > the vehicle, before I run over someone or something. > > Has anyone ever done this? Is is possible? > > Any input would be appreciated. > > John Rodgers > '88 GL Driver |
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