Rear view mirror glasses allow observing the traffic situation behind the car, thereby increasing the level of safety during its operation. The service life of the mirrors has no strict time limitations: they are replaced as necessary.
What you need to know about replacing the rear view mirror glass
- The symptoms of the poor state of the components are cracks, chips, scratches, stains, and darkening. All of these are easily visible.
- As a rule, you can perform the replacement yourself. Use extreme caution, as the component is fragile. The reflecting part is extracted with a plastic removal tool, without dismantling the entire unit. It is not recommended to use a screwdriver and other metal tools to avoid accidental damage to the holder.
- In most cases, you can buy rear view mirror glasses separate from the housing without problems. Right now you can have a look at the catalogue of our online store and order online the product that matches the specifications of your vehicle. Please note that for some vehicles, the units are offered only in assembly.
- If one optical element is faulty, there is no need to replace the other one. It is sufficient to buy the reflecting part separately at an affordable price, and install it.
- Getting rid of the ice on these car parts by melting it with an industrial heat gun is ill-advised. The temperature of the air jet is too high and it provokes cracking. Attempts to remove the ice with hot water or sharp objects result in the same consequences. It is better to use specialized chemicals, which will also reduce the risk of ice re-formation.
