2007+ mirror removal? - LotusTalk

Snowphun · 09-04-2009, 07:39 PM

I just recevied my Micro Mirror and the instructions are the same ones they provide for the 2005-06 cars. To me it doesn't look like they would apply, and I'm not at all interested in learning the hard way and cracking the windshield.

So, can anyone comment on the removal procedure for the newer style mirror?

Thanks,
Paul

bgsterling · 09-04-2009, 07:44 PM

When I removed the mirror from my '07, the mirror stalk just slid up and off of the base that's glued to the windshield. It's just held on with friction. If I remember (it's been years at this point), I just got a good firm grip on the mirror stalk as low as I could with one hand, applied a little upward pressure, and popped that hand with the other. It was a nervous moment, but it did require some force (the quick blow with my second hand) versus just pressure. The key to avoiding a broken windshield is to avoid heavy tools and make sure the pressure and force is applied parallel to the rake of the windshield.

-Brad

FIL · 09-04-2009, 07:50 PM

Don't worry about cracking the windshield. You'd have to hang off the mirror or do something equally stupid to break it. I use a paint can opener for leverage, but I have an '05.

Snowphun · 09-05-2009, 06:15 AM

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Originally Posted by FIL

Don't worry about cracking the windshield. You'd have to hang off the mirror or do something equally stupid to break it.

Many people have cracked them during this install, it appears to be pretty easy to do.

Snowphun · 09-05-2009, 07:32 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bgsterling

When I removed the mirror from my '07, the mirror stalk just slid up and off of the base that's glued to the windshield. It's just held on with friction.

Thanks for the info, it is indeed just held on by friction on the 07+ cars. I gave it a good look this morning and it popped off with a modest upward push. Now I can learn to work with the tiny new mirror.

tesprit · 09-05-2009, 07:37 AM

The new style mirror starting with the '07 year cars is much simpler to remove than the earlier version that is notoriously difficult to remove. There are no spring clips and the mirror just slides up and off the mounting plinth. Just push the base upward along the slope of the windshield and it will release from the plinth. As long as you are not prying the mirror base away from the glass you will not break the windshield.

Edit: Too late, looks like you figured it out.

Catbird · 09-05-2009, 08:47 AM

Does the new micro mirror just slide right back on..? I want one for my '08..

Snowphun · 09-05-2009, 09:10 AM

Slides back on, then two small set screws keep it put. So it's easy to remove if you don't like it.

bgsterling · 09-05-2009, 09:17 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Snowphun

Thanks for the info, it is indeed just held on by friction on the 07+ cars. I gave it a good look this morning and it popped off with a modest upward push. Now I can learn to work with the tiny new mirror.

No worries. Glad it worked. Good luck with the new mirror. I can't think of any other car where changing your rearview mirror gains you both rearward and forward visibility.

-Brad

09-04-2009, 07:39 PM	#1 (permalink)
Snowphun All good Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: SE MA Posts: 177	2007+ mirror removal? I just recevied my Micro Mirror and the instructions are the same ones they provide for the 2005-06 cars. To me it doesn't look like they would apply, and I'm not at all interested in learning the hard way and cracking the windshield. So, can anyone comment on the removal procedure for the newer style mirror? Thanks, Paul

09-04-2009, 07:44 PM	#2 (permalink)
bgsterling Excess ain't rebellion Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Mulino, OR Posts: 456	When I removed the mirror from my '07, the mirror stalk just slid up and off of the base that's glued to the windshield. It's just held on with friction. If I remember (it's been years at this point), I just got a good firm grip on the mirror stalk as low as I could with one hand, applied a little upward pressure, and popped that hand with the other. It was a nervous moment, but it did require some force (the quick blow with my second hand) versus just pressure. The key to avoiding a broken windshield is to avoid heavy tools and make sure the pressure and force is applied parallel to the rake of the windshield. -Brad __________________ '07 Exige S Graphite Gray, LSD w/ TC, Track Pack, Star Shield

09-04-2009, 07:50 PM	#3 (permalink)
FIL Serial Thrilla Join Date: Jun 2006 Posts: 236	Don't worry about cracking the windshield. You'd have to hang off the mirror or do something equally stupid to break it. I use a paint can opener for leverage, but I have an '05. __________________ 05' Elise - BWR supercharger, Quaife LSD, Nitron Race Triple Adjustable, LETSLA, Larini Decat, Larini Exhuast, ACT HDSS, Fidanza flywheel, V2 Fuel Tank, V2 Steering Arms, BWR sway bar, desnorkled, ForcedFed CF splitter, Manly's engine mounts, S111 harness bar, Schroth harness w/ S111 seat grommets, Oil Drain Valve, Painted Black Diffuser, Braille battery, Custom Battery Switch 05' Corvette - Z51 Convertible - 630hp 6.6L [DON'T YOU JUDGE ME!!!] (SOLD!)

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Catbird California Dreamin' Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Island of Kent Posts: 245	Does the new micro mirror just slide right back on..? I want one for my '08.. __________________ Member of the Cali-Cartel One of 25... yes, we like playing hard to get...

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09-05-2009, 07:37 AM	#6 (permalink)
tesprit Registered User Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Racine, WI Posts: 1,925	The new style mirror starting with the '07 year cars is much simpler to remove than the earlier version that is notoriously difficult to remove. There are no spring clips and the mirror just slides up and off the mounting plinth. Just push the base upward along the slope of the windshield and it will release from the plinth. As long as you are not prying the mirror base away from the glass you will not break the windshield. Edit: Too late, looks like you figured it out.

09-05-2009, 09:10 AM	#8 (permalink)
Snowphun All good Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: SE MA Posts: 177	Slides back on, then two small set screws keep it put. So it's easy to remove if you don't like it.

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