BOOST AUTO PARTS Old Style GM Tow Mirror Lower Glass Instruction Manual
- June 4, 2024
- Boost Auto Parts
Table of Contents
BOOST AUTO PARTS Old Style GM Tow Mirror Lower Glass
INTRODUCTION
This document will be covering the installation of Old Style Lower Tow Mirror Glass. This install will take less than 5 minutes per side and only requires basic hand tools. Boost Auto Parts also offers other parts and accessories for Old Style GM Tow Mirrors. To Purchase more parts and accessories for Old Style Mirrors Click Here.
How to Remove or Replace Old Style Tow Mirror Lower Glass
For OEM and Aftermarket Applications
- Difficulty: Easy
- Tools Needed: This job requires a few basic hand tools, including a Center Punch, Hammer, and a Phillips head screwdriver.
- Parts Needed: Older Style Lower Tow Mirror Glass
- Video Tutorial: Remove or Replace Older Style Tow Mirror Lower Glass
Kit Contents
Caution:
Safety glasses and gloves should be worn while performing this procedure!
Step 1:
Using a center punch and a hammer, punch a hole into the center of the glass
exposing the Phillips head screw.
Step 2:
Carefully remove the Phillips head screw. Remove the lower glass and discard
any broken glass safely and properly.
Step 3:
Install the plastic backing onto the mount located on the mirror. Align the
tabs on the mirror to the slots on the backing located in 12 o’clock and 6
o’clock positions.
Step 4:
Install the inner cup onto the mount.
Step 5:
Install the star washer onto the mount.
Step 6:
Align and tighten the Phillips head screw through the Star washer and into the
mount.
Disclaimer:
Do not over-tighten the screw. The amount will move to allow for adjustment of
the Lower Glass when it is installed.
Step 7:
Peel the 4 pieces of tape off of the adhesive strips.
Disclaimer: The lower glass must be installed with the convex side up
.
Convex Side
This side should be facing up when installing the lower glass onto the backing
.
Concave Side
This side should be facing down when installing the lower glass onto the
backing. The reflection of the concave side will show a zoomed-in image.
Step 8:
Line up the top edge of the lower glass to the top of the backing.
Step 9:
Drop the glass into place.
Step 10:
Make sure the glass is fully seated onto the backing.
Your Old Style Tow Mirror Lower Glass Install is Complete
If you experience any difficulties or complications during your installation, feel free to reach out to our Technical Support Team. [email protected] 765-831-2830. Boost Auto Parts 765-831-2830 www.boostautoparts.com.