Auto body repair & detailing/side view mirror

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Expert: William Forster - 10/28/2007


Question
I have a 1997 Suburban and need to replace pass.side view mirror,Does the whole door panel need to be removed to access the mirror or can I remove small plastic cap on inside of door? If I remove small plastic cap do I need a special tool?Thank You

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You can remove the plastic cover by inserting a stiff putty knife between it and the body, at the top, then forcefully prying out on it. It will let loose with a sound like the whole part is being ripped from the door, but it's just the clip. You may need to remove the door panel to access the wire clips for the power mirror, but i don't think you have to on your model of truck. Bill

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22 year veteran, 2 years of vocational training. A.S.E. certified Master collision repair/refinish technician. I-CAR certified. 17 yrs. GM experience. I can answer most questions related to automotive body repairs, ranging from small scratch repairs all the way up to the most extensive collision repairs. I can expertly advise people on what to expect from their body shop experience, right down to what self repairs should, and should not, be done. Lastly, I can advise tricks and tips for classic car restoration, such as lead repairs. SORRY, I DO NOT DO ONLINE ESTIMATES OR GIVE PARTS PRICES!! BE PREPARED FOR THE CORRECT ANSWER- NOT THE ONE YOU WANT TO HEAR. I won't B.S. you, or sugar coat answers. Just plain, hard facts.

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