Land Rover Repair: Side View Mirror (glass) replacement, mirror assembly, mirror glass

Question
Hi John,

2001 Discovery II.  Drivers side, side-view mirror (glass) is cracked.  I bought a new mirror, and to save money, I thought I would install it myself...how do I do that?

Thanks,

Ryan

Answer
Hi Ryan,

here's what I have:

EXTERIOR DRIVING MIRRORS
Service repair no - 76.11.10

Replacing the mirror glass

1. Press the outer end of the glass inwards to its full extent.
2. Insert the fingers under the inner end of the glass and pull outwards until the glass is released from its two retaining clips.
3. Disconnect the two demister leads attached to the back of the glass unit.
4. To replace the glass, locate the inner end of the glass in the retaining clip of the housing first.
5. Carefully press the outer end of the glass inwards until it securely locates in the front retaining clip.
6. Reset the fine adjustment as required.

Complete assembly (Mirror and housing)
Service repair no - 76.11.10
Remove
1. Disconnect battery negative lead.
2. Carefully prise off interior finisher to reveal retaining plate and securing screws.
3. Disconnect electrical plug.
4. Supporting the mirror assembly remove three securing screws and retaining plate.
5. Detach mirror assembly from outer door frame.

Refit
6. Reverse removal procedure.

NOTE: To prevent damage to the electrical lead ensure that it is not pushed down inside the door casing.


Hope this helps,

JohnMc