Kia Optima: Mirror. Repair procedures - Exterior - Body (Interior and Exterior) - Kia Optima TF 2011-2026 Service ManualKia Optima: Mirror. Repair procedures

Replacement

Outside Rear View Mirror Replacement
When prying with a flat-tip screwdriver, wrap it with protective tape, and apply protective tape around the related parts, to prevent damage.
Put on gloves to protect your hands.
1. Using a screwdriver or remover, remove the front door quadrant inner cover (A).

2. Disconnect the outside rear view mirror connector (A).
3. After loosening the mounting nuts, then remove the outside rear view mirror (B).

Tightening torque :

6.9~10.8 N.m(0.7~1.1 kgf.m, 5.1~8.0 lb-ft)


4. Installation is the reverse of removal.
Inside Rear View Mirror Assembly Replacement
Mirror Replacement
1. Push the inside rear view mirror base (A) down to remove the inside rear view mirror assembly (B).

2. Installation is the reverse of removal.
ECM Mirror Replacement
1. Remove the ECM mirror cover (A).
2. Disconnect the ECM mirror connector (B).

3. Loosen the ECM mirror mounting screw (A).

4. Push the ECM mirror base up to remove the ECM mirror assembly (A).

5. Installation is the reverse of removal.
Make sure the connector is connected properly.

Adjustment
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