rear view mirror removal

[AlistairC]

Anyone know how?

I've got a busted auto dimming mirror and a replacement from eBay.
Looking at the replacement it looks like it snap-fits on.

But I've given the old one a firm tug - trying to pivot the mirror up towards the roof lining - but it just feels like I'm going to pull the windscreen out!

Anyone done it before? Any tips as to how to pull / twist???

Can't find anything about it on the forum or google

Cheers

 

[rossbrownlee]

Unclip cable duct cover.
Remove connector from fastener and disconnect.
Press interior rear-view mirror diagonally downwards off retaining plate towards interior (clamping springs in base of mirror).

 

[AlistairC]

Well that sucks.

Now have a broken windscreen with broken rear view mirror still attached.
And to top it all - just 3pft insurance cover. Me feels this might be an expensive ride.