BMW Rear View Mirror Removal and Installation
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 22 ธ.ค. 2024
- This video explains how to remove and replace a mirror on a BMW. Most mirrors on BMW should be the same, but note the video shows a BMW 3 series E46 as the example.
I am replacing the mirror on my car because my auto dim function seems to be failing visible by a change in the glass. The left side has a glittery discoloration and haze that I noticed. This is due to the fluid between the two pieces of glass in your mirror beginning to fail.
You can purchase a new mirror, or you could send yours in for repair. I have found these 3 places as well respected for repair.
Scott Wheeler being one of them at radar-mirror:
www.radar-mirro...
The other I read was Sybesmas electronics
sybesmas.com/site/
Finally a guy out of the UK (last resort due to international shipping)
mirrorjohn.com/...
Thank you my mirror was hanging for a week but today after following your instructions I managed to fit it back
Best instructions I've seen on BMW interior rear view mirror replacement. I sourced my mirror used from ebay BMW 328i 2008 E90 sedan. It's hit or miss though on used parts. But at $35-50 you can take a few risks.
Just replaced the same mirror shown (auto dim and emergency phone) with newer one that had built in compass and home-link. It is working! Needed to file the nubs off the base of the replacement to get it to fit the mount. The compass had to be reset by driving around and I used a hand garage opener to program the home-link. This was on a 2004 330XI.
Getting ready to do the EXACT thing on the EXACT car. Concerned about the need to file nubs off the base, but hopefully it will be intuitive? Mirror dimming fluid on my 2004 330xi is starting to streak.
This was so helpful! As a women trying to do it my self it was hard at first. But after watching this video over and over and looking at his hands 🙌🏽 I got, yeah ♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️
Wow you saved my ass! I accidentally hit my mirror and it fell off I thought I broke it. But watching your vid helped me put it back on!
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Thank you so much for this video. It was so tricky to get the mirror back on the little mount.
for my 2007 bmw 328i, I had to go the opposite direction (counterclockwise) to put it back on. so basically attach it at an angle from the left side, then turn it counterclockwise.
I accidentally hit my mirror when changing my shirt and it came off. I knew id didn’t break it. I was so confused how to get it back on. Thanks for the help I got it back on easily. I might consider replacing it with a better one that i know how to remove it now.
Thanks for this video I was going crazy trying to figure out how to get that dam mirror and the housing back on. After watching this video I did it in 2 minutes
The next time I hear some TH-camr say, “simple as that” I’m suing. It’s not simple at all!
What did you find that was not simple?
Ok, so my mirror isn’t broken or like messed up in anyway. Just the thing it connects to isn’t gripping the mirror enough to keep it in place. So when I go over bumps, it kinda bounces up or down. Any solution to this? Or possibly a video you’ve made on this issue? It’s not something I need to replace I hope, I’m just hoping there something I can do to fix it without completely buying a new rearview lol or a rear view mount. That would be even worse aha
There should be a pressure clip that ultimately clamps down the mirror to the glass mounted portion. Make sure it's not broken or jammed up. It's a very simple mechanism so it should be fairly obvious if it's broken.
I know you don't want a new mirror but it's not super expensive to get a used one on eBay
Good video, didn’t need the background music.
What do you do if the adhesive has failed and the metal button is still connected to the mirror?
Great video thanks ….Does anyone know is it the same for right hand drive vehicles? Turning anticlockwise still ? Can I use a screwdriver to open the surrounds can’t see what a pick tool is ?
Should be the same. You can use a small thin flat head screwdriver if you don't have a pick
Thanks. And the music adds what exactly to the video?
My problem is that it came off the window when I bang it with the elbow. How to get it back to the window? Is that a sticker or what ? BMW e91
Great presentation! I didn’t realize how simple this was. I went to the junkyard and after all the years of rummaging found a good rear view mirror with the seldom seen compass. I installed it in about 20 minutes and she’s good to go!
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I have a 2005 E46 330ci and am unable to adjust the interior mirror. I would really appreciate a solution [other than lowering my head]. Thanks.
Not sure if anyone can help, but where can I find the piece that’s attached to the window to attach the rest off the mirror. Or where could I find the aftermarket one?
My mount is stuck to my mirror any tips how to separate them Súper stuck on there
Can you comment on what the part number for the replacement mirror lens and your mirror part. Link is where? Is yours an SOS with Clown Nose or with A B C Homelink? Are they exchangeable if you know, with one another. Mine is the triangle with narrow crown vs an oval. Auto dimming and i believe similar to what you had initially? I’m assuming you replaced like mirror or leaky one. Appreciate your video.
I recommend replacing the electrochromatic mirror for one with manual dim. Manual dim for the mirror is a better idea than putting in another EC mirror that will fail later. This part still has the light sensor for automatic headlights and works with the rain sensor for automatic wipers. Part number is 51169218046.
Don't sweat losing the SOS button since the cell spectrum the E46 used has been disbanded. Pressing the button now causes a radio error that can only be resolved by pulling fuse 39. Don't press it.
Thank you, same as 2010 X3. I broke a window once pulling the mirror, mechanic explained the glass is 2 ply and the more brittle one is on the inside or something.
Is there anyway I can just replace the mirror piece, like not the whole mirror
Yes in the links I provided you can send in your mirror for repair
I recently bought an e46 and idk what the red bulb under the mirror does
Nice video. Thanks! Does it work the same way without the crappy background music competing with your fine narration?
i ask my local garages if they could refit my mirror [with no luck] before seeing this video, took me 3 attempts and 3 minutes max to do it myself. mines a bmw 520. just have to get it level with the windscreen and edge it back on
Is your 520 a F10? Just knocked mine off, can't get the bloody thing back on
what glue is used for the piece that goes on the windshield?
Any one know what a good selection of positive/negative wiring would be from this wire cluster for "key on" power to a dash cam?
The metal part came off on mine anyone know what glue to use?
As simple as your video shows. Thanks!
Anyone know of oem fit dashcam rearview mirror that uses power connection to run display /dashcam
Does anyone know if for e87 models the key remote sensor is in the rear view mirror?
How do you remove the pice that’s stuck on the windshield
Very carefully
I accidentally bumped mine so the piece that you twisted off that metal piece that stays on the glass it came off how would I do that back on or what would I use to place that back on thanks
I tried but it came off I think you need a special glue or adhesive
This worked great for me (BMW 328i 2008 E90), thanks !
Where is the link where I can get mirror replaced instead of buying a new one?
Thanks
cliff strong it's in the description
Does it matter if you leave the cables disconnected?
wero no you’d prefer to. Makes the mirror last longer
Thank you saved me a trip to the shop.
Hey you see the metal part that was left of the window it kinda came off is there anyway I can fix it
gamers only you can try using some adhesive that will bond to glass
gamers only did you find some think to glue on the metal bit as mine came off as well
Lil_xtl_ did yu sort it ? What did yu do?
I cant get mine to go on..lol...I've tried every single direction.. it looks so simple in th e video..
Took me 30 minutes of a lot of frustration, but I got it after awhile ...on my 2000.
my piece from my windshield broke off with the rear view mirror can I buy just the piece and not a whole new mirrot
abraham carrillo yes you can buy a new piece. Check realoem for the most accurate part number for your specific car. www.realoem.com/bmw/enUS/showparts?id=BD53-USA-05-2005-E46-BMW-330Ci&diagId=51_3244#51167115776
Thanks for showing this video. My son broke my rear view mirror amd need it to replace 1👍
How to you pop out the wiring harness? Do you have to push in tabs?
God damn I love the internet sometimes...thank you good sir freaking life saver.
Quoted 600 for a new mirror from the bmw dealer. Found one for 60 used on ebay and installed it with your help. Works perfect thanks again man.
Whew!! Thanks bro knocked on off by front seat "activities " with the misses.
Same
Very helpful video, and incredible background music choice
What is the instrumental called, it's official. "Yea yes yes yes yes yah, oh yeah".
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This was such a time saver thank you!!
Excellent video and most helpful indeed. MGZT saloon is the BMW make and mirror identical to your description so fairly straightforward to refit using a high quality resin bond adhesive for the metal bit. Thanks for this
I feel like a tool so forgive me... but I can’t remove the electrical connector . I’m squeezing and prodding but can see / feel how it releases
It's a simple locking clip, go to the 1:50 mark, a small flathead screwdriver should do the trick. Just be patient and walk it out slowly
Lefteris7 it seems you’re pressing on the top near the wires. Pushing in, I hear a click on the vid . But I don’t see any push click there , nor on the sides. Again I feel kinda silly but I can’t tell where the release is. I’ll keep messing with it thanks
There are clips on two opposing sides. Press in from both directions and it will release. If you can't make it work, shift 90 degrees and try again.
horrible music that drowned out the useful things the guy was saying.
The instructional video is good. Please leave out the music next time. It distracts from the instruction, too loud and serves no real purpose or enhancement.
James Suba thanks I'll take that into consideration
Agreed the music sucks lol
Thank you! You just solved my problem!
Good tips and instructions. Thanks for mentoring.
Very very helpful! Thank you!
Thanks. Really helpful
Great video 👍🏼
Thanks! A little tricky at first but I did it!
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Mine just broke thanks took me 6 tries then TH-cam before I broke the glass .
Thank you.A great help and liked the music.
Ive never heard of a mirror leaking .
Thank you good man!! 👍
Thank you so much!
Thanks I will give it my best shot
Felt like a right dumbass :D tried to fit in i straight... When you had to quater spin it on back... Great video!!!!
Thanks 100% 👌🏽
Music to loud
Thank you,,
Très utile ta vidéo jarriver pas à remettre mon rétro
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Put. The camera a bit farder bro
Ok
Can here him fine with the music. Stop crying about it.
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Good looking out brother
Very good music in the background
That music is annoying
Thanks I'm glad you liked the video!
Want to get one off?.......run into a pothole in Philadelphia. It'll do lots of other nice things as well
I wish people would state what model they're referring to before posting these videos. It just wastes people's time and does NOTHING to encourage more channel views - let alone 'subscribe !!.'
Debbie Day I'm sorry you feel this was a waste of your time. I actually reference the vehicle I work on in the description, along with many useful links! This is actually the procedure for most BMW's over a large span of years so I am not sure why you're upset, I do this for the community to help people. No reason to be negative in my opinion. Thanks have a great day!
debbie downer... if you follow the instruction, you can pretty much remove and install the rear view mirror in all bmws
Debbie Day moron
I have never heard of a Rear View Mirror that goes bad before. Did BMW designed it poorly on purpose to make money on parts? If so, I would never buy a BMW, that's something an American car manufacturer would do. That's why I buy Only Japanese.
Bruce Truong BMW doesn't make the mirror it's made by Magna Donnelly who supplies the mirror to a large majority of OEM's. There is a fluid that is between the two pieces of glass that functions as autodim that can possibly fail
Bruce Truong That was a pretty stupid comment.
Omg thank you 🙏 you saved my day!!!!