Thank you for the advice and explanation. The mirror came off on my Volvo S40 and I am grateful for your detailed instructions. It just goes to show that with research and patience most of the day to day car issues can be resolved. All the best to you.
Cant Thank you enough. Recently purchased a 2011 Volvo C70. Just today the passenger side mirror started flapping in the wind while driving. Got to work and it pretty much fell off in my hand. Thank you for posting this detailed video.
Thank you for sharing this easy (and quick) fix with us! You remind me of my Dad who is a retired auto tech-when I need help with this kind of stuff, he always explains what happened, why it likely happened, and how to fix the problem so that it (hopefully) doesn’t happen again. Though others may not have appreciated your thoroughness, I certainly did!
I have a 2009 VW CC, and the glass just fell off the passenger sideview mirror. I just want to say thank you for the great explanation, and for this informational video!
A year ago the left rearview mirror of our car got unglued, and now on our way for holidays the right rearview mirror got unglued... This is the second time you save us! Thanks!
Once one side goes the other is next. I wish I was able to sell to everyone a plastic glass stick to run around the outside of the mirror with the mirror heat on. Never use anything of metal. So take a pen cap around the edge. You might get lucky and get the mirror off before it fly's off. Lol.
My local Volvo dealership was going to charge me $155 for the part (side passenger mirror), and $70 to install it - plus tax. I found the part online for under $25, and now am going to install it myself. Thanks for saving me $250!
I hope you diluted the Acetone, because if you used 100%. I have heard a customer say it melted both the mylar black pad and destroyed the heating element behind it. 10% acetone is enough to clean the rubber contaminate. Also, thanks for letting us know that the use of Aquarium Silicone will work perfectly being it does bond both glass and plastic, the only difference from what I use would kill the poor fish. You should do your own TH-cam on why use Aquarium Silicone when fixing or building fish tanks. Thanks for your comment, and that silicone alternative.
@@baircichlids5350 I also have a 2003 VW PASSAT and my mirror fell off(I'm thinking it's due to the heat).. I just bought some silicone glue to put it back on. Have you had anymore issues?
@@bobsdaughter2594 no I have no issues at all no minor shaking in the mirror or anything it is holding very well what kind of silicone did you get I use 100% silicone no additives no nothing I think the brand is dap
@@baircichlids5350 That's great!.. It's really hot outside(we are in the middle of a heatwave) and I'm afraid the mirror will fall off again. I brought something called GOOP. It is silicone based. I'll have to check again..
Honestly I have yet to get a repeat order from a customer, except for the other side. A warning though, do not deviate or over think what I showed in the video. Example. "OH I HAVE ACETONE IN MY GARAGE". Then screaming at me about melting both the pad and the heating element.
@@raytheglass Hahaha. Very funny. I did what the video instructed 5 days ago. I do alot of highway driving. I just didnt want my glass to fall out on the highway. A Toyota repair would have cost me $250. I fixed it myself for $50. So thanks.
My BMW mirror fell off and behind it is this gray stuff that seems like u can peel it off. I ordered a new glass and it also came with these circle, possibly adhesive sticker things. Do I use those and it’ll be fine or should I use the glue? I’m new to this cause this is the first time something like this has happened to me
Interesting that you see my video that answers all questions. Then you order it from another source with circles tabs that I explained in the video will fall off and will not stick to that pad that you see all different material. I've simply answer is those circles will not that adhere to your frame
Go to Lowes or homedepot in the paint depth. Small tube of GE SILICONE or from me at the link in the description. Bottom of every page you will see the SILICONE offered.
You have to buy a non latex based silicone that you can buy at Lowes, and its called GE Silicone. However we do sell it on our website. www.auto-glass.com/carmirror.htm. If you bought silicone from a auto parts store they will sell you the wrong product.
Thanks, i picked up a pair of second hand mirror assemblies and had one mirrorfall off. Its not glass it some type of metal? With mirror on both sides and i cannot see any glue.
Yes but in your case you have a self dimming mirror. They also call it an auto dimming mirror. When light falls at night and the cars are behind you it gets dimmer. But when they do get old they will turn black or bronze depending on the car. If you'd like to order this you go to www. Auto-glass.com/carmirror.htm On the left choose the make then the model, which then you will see the mirror you need. Also you can see another video. Hope this help or call us at 845-496-2500.
Sorry, that you thought you wasted your time. However so far the channel gets 40k viewing minutes per month and never complained, Many buy our high quality First Surface chromium mirrors vs Asian product, and learned the reason why these mirror are falling out.Plus the proper way to fix it without it happening again. I however have learned to shorten the video's as this one was my first TH-cam production.
I had a neighbor that lived below me about two years ago. The guy was crazy had to call police on him 10 years in the two years he lived there. I thought he was messing with my s60 Volvo for one day out of nowhere my mirror on passenger was loose. Now I find him I blamed him for my mirror issue.
Sure, if you have to. But you also risk breaking clips, metal tabs and breaking the glass as you try to snap it back in. However, whatever works for you.
@@revolutionday1 he's right buddy , i broke my clips accidentally trying to remove the backplate several months ago , now i have a well stuck mirror but no support from the shell
Thank you for the advice and explanation. The mirror came off on my Volvo S40 and I am grateful for your detailed instructions. It just goes to show that with research and patience most of the day to day car issues can be resolved. All the best to you.
Cant Thank you enough. Recently purchased a 2011 Volvo C70. Just today the passenger side mirror started flapping in the wind while driving. Got to work and it pretty much fell off in my hand. Thank you for posting this detailed video.
www.internetglassnetwork.com/ssl/volvo/c70/index.htm
Thank you for sharing this easy (and quick) fix with us! You remind me of my Dad who is a retired auto tech-when I need help with this kind of stuff, he always explains what happened, why it likely happened, and how to fix the problem so that it (hopefully) doesn’t happen again. Though others may not have appreciated your thoroughness, I certainly did!
I have a 2009 VW CC, and the glass just fell off the passenger sideview mirror. I just want to say thank you for the great explanation, and for this informational video!
A year ago the left rearview mirror of our car got unglued, and now on our way for holidays the right rearview mirror got unglued... This is the second time you save us! Thanks!
Once one side goes the other is next. I wish I was able to sell to everyone a plastic glass stick to run around the outside of the mirror with the mirror heat on. Never use anything of metal. So take a pen cap around the edge. You might get lucky and get the mirror off before it fly's off. Lol.
My local Volvo dealership was going to charge me $155 for the part (side passenger mirror), and $70 to install it - plus tax. I found the part online for under $25, and now am going to install it myself. Thanks for saving me $250!
And you bought it from me of course
Just lost the mirror off our xc90! Thanks for the vid!
Thank you 517!!!! Excellent tips, especially the tip as to the styrofoam block and tape.
Glad to help.
Great advise from a pro!! perfect instructions to fix the drivers side mirror of my 2008 XC90 THANKS RAY
Just lost ours on our 08 xc90 so glad it's gonna work! Thanks!
Thanks for this! I really appreciate the detailed instructions. You rock!
thank you for the advise and instructions! thank you ! sending you a big hug from Virginia and a pinch on your cheek (my dad was Italian!)
Danke schön! (My Grandmother was German)!!!
Best video!! Thank you very much for this, I now know the RIGHT glue to use for my Passat mirror. 👍🏻🙏🏼
Wonderful!
You are GREAT! Thank you! Steff from Sweden.
Thanks. Wasn't sure if silicone would be ok to use to reattach mirror. My 9-3 glass started flapping the other day.
Just make sure you use the nail polish remover to remove the contaminant off the black pad
Thank you 🤗🤗🤗 xc60 and xc90 👌👌👌
Hope it works out
Thank you so very much. We have the xc70 volvo.
Glad to help. :)
Thank you, thank you, thank you for sharing your knowledge.
Anytime. I hope you gave a thumbs up
Thanks for the eye opener I had all the supplies I needed. The aquarium silicone & Acetone I use will work perfect.
My car 03 Volkswagen passat
I hope you diluted the Acetone, because if you used 100%. I have heard a customer say it melted both the mylar black pad and destroyed the heating element behind it. 10% acetone is enough to clean the rubber contaminate. Also, thanks for letting us know that the use of Aquarium Silicone will work perfectly being it does bond both glass and plastic, the only difference from what I use would kill the poor fish. You should do your own TH-cam on why use Aquarium Silicone when fixing or building fish tanks. Thanks for your comment, and that silicone alternative.
@@raytheglass No I didn't dilute the acetone I didn't spend too much time wiping the Black plastic wiped quickly and left it alone
@@baircichlids5350 I also have a 2003 VW PASSAT and my mirror fell off(I'm thinking it's due to the heat).. I just bought some silicone glue to put it back on. Have you had anymore issues?
@@bobsdaughter2594 no I have no issues at all no minor shaking in the mirror or anything it is holding very well what kind of silicone did you get I use 100% silicone no additives no nothing I think the brand is dap
@@baircichlids5350 That's great!.. It's really hot outside(we are in the middle of a heatwave) and I'm afraid the mirror will fall off again. I brought something called GOOP. It is silicone based. I'll have to check again..
Excellent information, good video!👍👍👍👍
Thank You Martin
Thanks for the video. Can I get an update on if this still holds please. I know its been 2 years.
Honestly I have yet to get a repeat order from a customer, except for the other side. A warning though, do not deviate or over think what I showed in the video. Example. "OH I HAVE ACETONE IN MY GARAGE". Then screaming at me about melting both the pad and the heating element.
@@raytheglass Hahaha. Very funny. I did what the video instructed 5 days ago. I do alot of highway driving. I just didnt want my glass to fall out on the highway. A Toyota repair would have cost me $250. I fixed it myself for $50. So thanks.
Love it! Good looking
Thank you!
If I buy a full adhesive mirror should I still apply the silicone?
Unless you can remove that pad off the mirror the answer is no. It also tells me you bought Chinese. You will be blinded
How long did the replacement last?
For the rest of the life of the car. Thats if my directions were followed.
Very helpful!! Thank you!!
Thank you! Great help!
You're more than welcome.
Thank you so much, this was very helpful!!!
My BMW mirror fell off and behind it is this gray stuff that seems like u can peel it off. I ordered a new glass and it also came with these circle, possibly adhesive sticker things. Do I use those and it’ll be fine or should I use the glue? I’m new to this cause this is the first time something like this has happened to me
Interesting that you see my video that answers all questions. Then you order it from another source with circles tabs that I explained in the video will fall off and will not stick to that pad that you see all different material. I've simply answer is those circles will not that adhere to your frame
How do I purchase the glue that you used. I am very confused in what to buy.
Go to Lowes or homedepot in the paint depth. Small tube of GE SILICONE or from me at the link in the description. Bottom of every page you will see the SILICONE offered.
Thank You. Good video. Just one question....the adhesive. pure silicone? when I go to the
auto parts store exactly what do I ask for?
You have to buy a non latex based silicone that you can buy at Lowes, and its called GE Silicone. However we do sell it on our website. www.auto-glass.com/carmirror.htm. If you bought silicone from a auto parts store they will sell you the wrong product.
Thanks, i picked up a pair of second hand mirror assemblies and had one mirrorfall off. Its not glass it some type of metal? With mirror on both sides and i cannot see any glue.
I have no idea. Metal Mirror?
The sidemirror glass fell off on my cadillac BLS 2006, which is basically a saab 9-3. Procedure should be the same I hope.
It is.
My Mirror Didn't Fall Out, It Turned Black. Can I Still Place The Mirror On It?
Yes but in your case you have a self dimming mirror. They also call it an auto dimming mirror. When light falls at night and the cars are behind you it gets dimmer. But when they do get old they will turn black or bronze depending on the car. If you'd like to order this you go to www. Auto-glass.com/carmirror.htm On the left choose the make then the model, which then you will see the mirror you need. Also you can see another video. Hope this help or call us at 845-496-2500.
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@@raytheglass Thanks. I'll Be Ordering From You Guys.
Great public service video!
You talk about high acidity silicone. Won't that eat the thin silver metalization off the mirror?
Good question. Although Chromium Can not oxidize. First Surface Chromium is always on the outside of the glass.
Do you know if all 2009 XC90 have heated mirrors? Are they turned on when the windshield defroster is turned on?
Yep, and yep.
Or turning on your backglass
Thanks 🙏🙏
wow I just got ten years older waiting for you to tell me 20 seconds of information
Sorry, that you thought you wasted your time. However so far the channel gets 40k viewing minutes per month and never complained, Many buy our high quality First Surface chromium mirrors vs Asian product, and learned the reason why these mirror are falling out.Plus the proper way to fix it without it happening again. I however have learned to shorten the video's as this one was my first TH-cam production.
What brand silicone please?
www.internetglassnetwork.com/ssl/siliconeglue.htm
I had a neighbor that lived below me about two years ago. The guy was crazy had to call police on him 10 years in the two years he lived there. I thought he was messing with my s60 Volvo for one day out of nowhere my mirror on passenger was loose. Now I find him I blamed him for my mirror issue.
Or you could just remove that backing plate, and do this on a bench or off the car, like you've got some kinda' goddamn sense.
Sure, if you have to. But you also risk breaking clips, metal tabs and breaking the glass as you try to snap it back in. However, whatever works for you.
@@raytheglassYou sound like Scotty Kilmer..........
@@revolutionday1 he's right buddy , i broke my clips accidentally trying to remove the backplate several months ago , now i have a well stuck mirror but no support from the shell
You probably just shouldn't be working on cars.
@@revolutionday1 you probably shouldn't assume shit , the clips were in a bad way