does anyone know how to remove and reinstall the mirror glass on the drivers side rearview mirror? the dealer just replaced it (my dad took it in, i was at school) and its kinda loose when i checked it when i came home. it was like this on the passenger side too after they replaced it, but they reinstalled it correctly this time. i just dont want to take it back since it's such a hassle for such a small thing and i would just rather re-install it properly myself if its not too complicated.

TIA

NOTE: The 4-door model is shown, the 2-door model is similar.

Lower the door glass fully.

Carefully pry out the mirror mount cover (A) by hand in the sequence shown.

On power mirror models: Disconnect the connector (A).

While holding the mirror, remove the nuts securing the mirror, and remove the mirror (manual mirror models).

On power mirror models: While holding the mirror, push in on the connector clip tabs (A), then push out to remove the mirror (B). Take care not to scratch the door.

Install the mirror in the reverse order of removal, and make sure the connector is plugged in properly (power mirror models).

thanks princess, but i think you misread my post. i was asking how do i get the glass off of the mirror housing....:scratch:

maybe i should have titled the thread "Removing Mirror Glass" instead of "Removing Mirror"....
sorry princess! :blush:

Sorry, I assumed it had it in there too! I'll see if I can find it....:blush:

2-door and Japan-Produced 4-door
Carefully insert a flat-tip screwdriver wrapped with a shop towel under the mirror holder (A) next to the lower clips (B), then pry out on the clip portions. Take care not to scratch the mirror.

Separate the mirror holder from the actuator (C) by slowly pulling them apart while separating the adhesive portion (D) and releasing the hooks (E, F). If equipped, disconnect the mirror defogger connector (G).

If equipped, reconnect the mirror defogger connector.

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.

U.S.A-Produced 4-door
Adjust the mirror fully to the inward position.

Insert a long, thin flat-tipped screwdriver along the ribs (A) on the mirror holder (B). Slide the tip of the screwdriver between the mirror holder and the actuator (C).

Quickly twist the screwdriver to separate the mirror holder from the mirror actuator.

Insert the screwdriver further under the mirror holder and twist it again.

NOTE: Do not pry up on the mirror holder to separate the two parts, as this can cause either the mirror glass or actuator to break.

Separate the mirror holder (A) from the actuator (B) by slowly pulling them apart while separating the adhesive (C). If equipped, disconnect the mirror defogger connectors (D) from the heater pad terminals.

Remove any remaining adhesive from the actuator.

If equipped, reconnect the mirror defogger connectors.

Reattach the mirror holder to the actuator, then position the mirror holder on the actuator. Carefully push on the mirror holder until the mirror holder snaps into place.

Check the operation of the actuator.

I can't find HOW to replace the glass.... maybe these will help with where to tighten.....:dunno:

these should work. thanks princess! :D

i'll try it when i have time. the intructions for the US built sedan doesnt mention any clips....i dont see how the glass could be loose if it's just adhesive :confused:

looks like if i had a coupe or Japan built sedan i wouldnt have this problem since it has 4 clips securing (close to) all 4 corners of the glass. :o

i'm also wondering if the glass from the TL will fit in the Accord housing...nice euro-style blue-tinted mirror glass ;)

The tech that replaced the mirror didnt "Carefully push on the mirror holder until the mirror holder snaps into place."

The little hooks havent hooked onto the actuator yet, and it was just hanging on there by a small bit of adhesive :eek:

BUT, as I was trying to snap the mirror into place, I discovered that the new(?) glass ALSO has scratches in it!:censored:

Trip 1: Replaced right side (incorrectly!), ordered left side.
Trip 2: Supposed to replace left side but part was sent back to Honda! Correctly installed right side mirror.
Trip 3: Replaced left mirror (incorrectly with another defective one!)
I'm not about to make a 4th and 5th trip for them to look at to order parts, then go back AGAIN to have them install it!

I just emailed Tim from Hondacuraworld to see if he can find out if the TL mirror will fit into the Accord. I'm thinking of just buying the TL mirrors and replace the mirrors myself.:headbash:

:banana: thanks alot some one crack my mirror now im replacing it.

I just got myself a pair of side mirrors cover w/ signal lights for my '09 Accord and I've been looking for this tutorial all day, and I finally found it. Thank you Princess. I will post pic after I get it installed.

I just notice that this tutorial is for 7th Generation Accord, could someone please confirm if the tutorial on this post for removing side mirrors on the 7th Generation Accord will be the same for the 8th Generation Accord? Thank you