DIY – Installing the LED Indicator Side Mirrors

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Step 1 – Remove the side mirror

Unclip the mirror gently by pulling at the bottom of the mirror. It should snap out once enough force is use. Don’t yank it too hard though.

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Removing the side mirrors

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Removing the side mirrors

Using a heatgun, warm the plastic that holds the mirror to the point that the mirror can be easily separated from the plastic.

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Heat up the plastic with the heat gun

Using your fingers and maybe a screwdriver, pry out the mirror. It should come out quite easily.

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Removing the mirror from the plastic

Step 2 – Fitting in the new mirror

Firstly, check and make sure you are happy with the new mirrors, and that they are the correct fit for your car.

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The new mirror with built-in indicator

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The front side with the cool bluish tint

Again, using the heatgun, heat up the plastic to allow for the new mirror to snap back in. Makes sure to poke the wires through the appropriate hole.

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Heatgun again, to allow for the new mirrors to snap in

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The connector wires come along with the kit

Step 3 – A little bit of wiring

Next, some simple wiring is needed. All you need to do, is tap your signal (be it from side mirror or fender) power.

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The internal wires

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Tapping the signal

After that’s done, put it all back neatly in preparation for the side mirror.

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Make sure to tape up the joint

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Tuck the connectors back neatly in

Step 4 – Clip the mirror back in

Connect the power clip and snap the mirror back in. Voila!

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Clip the new side mirrors back in

Peel off the stickers and wipe the mirrors to a finish!

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Peel off the stickers, and you're good to go

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Isn't that neat!

Step 5 – Repeat

Now, repeat the entire process for the other side :biggrin:
For higher res version and more details, go here http://audiotech.12v.com.my/2011/05/diy-installing-the-led-indicator-side-mirrors/
 


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