How to Replace a Power Mirror in a Chevy Corvette

The complex door panel construction makes it a project for an experienced do-it-yourself vehicle owner. However, the project only requires a few basic tools for all model years.

Difficulty: Moderate

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Screwdriver

Remove the Old Mirror

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable before you take off the Corvette's front door trim panel. Remove all screws and clips.

2. Detach the mirror electrical wire connector located under the door panel near the interior mirror casing.

3. Take off the interior mirror cover by prying it off by hand or with a blunt tool covered in cloth to protect your interior case. Remove three nuts and bolts from the power mirror.

4. Pull off the outside rear view mirror. Guide the power wire through the hole in the door.

Install the New Mirror

5. Replace the old mirror. Put the new power mirror in place. Push the new wiring through the hole in the door.

6. Install and tighten the three retaining nuts you took off when removing the old mirror.

7. Connect the power mirror wiring to the connection located on the door panel, and replace the mirror cover.

8. Put the front door trim panel back in place by securing all clips and tightening all screws.

9. Connect the Subaru Outback's battery cable to restore the power.

Tips & Warnings

• If the outside mirrors are frozen, they must be thawed prior to adjustment. Do not attempt to free-up the mirror by pressing on the glass.
• Reconnect the negative battery cable and test the power mirror before completely tightening down the door trim panel to make sure it works.
• Most vehicle manufacturer warranties, including the Corvette, are void if you don't hire a certified repair person to replace mirrors and other parts.

Resources

• US Autobody Parts replacement mirrors