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I have a 1996 GMC Jimmy SLT 4 dr. 4x4 with a broken drivers side mirror. The mirror is broken off at the base. Do I need to remove the entire inside door panel to replace mirror with a new one or is there an easier way?

Many thanks for your help.

Yes you need to remove the entire door panel. If you want to risk it, you may be able to just pull part of it back, but I would not recommend it. It doesn't take very long. Click right here and it will take you to a page that tells how to repair.

2004
GMC Yukon SLT
5.3L V8 flexfuel

The mirror on my yukon was shattered. I just got a new one (glass only) and need to install it into the existing housing. How do i remove the cap, without damaging anythig? Then is there any special way to put the new mirror on? or does it just clip? This is a motorized unit with turn signal. Thanks for any help.

1. Adjust the mirror face as shown in the picture to obtain access to the mirror face retention clips.
2. Position a flat-bladed tool between the back side of the mirror face and the adjuster mechanism as shown in the picture
3. Place the blade of the tool between the gasket (1) and the adjuster mechanism (2).
4. Slightly twist the blade of the tool while gently pulling the mirror face towards you in order to release the retainers (3).
5. With the mirror face in hand, disconnect the electrical connectors.
6. Remove the mirror face from the mirror housing.
7. Inspect the adjuster mechanism for damage.

1. Inspect the components for any damage. Ensure that the mirror face has all the retention clips in place.
2. Plug in the electrical connectors to the back of the mirror.
3. Align the mirror face retention clips with the adjuster mechanism
4. Gently press the mirror back into the adjuster mechanism with the palm of the hand on the center of the glass until it locks into place.
5. Inspect the operation of the mirror.

Would the same instructions work if I were to replace a 2000 F150 Lariat power mirror?

And the answer is Yep. Same as above. Just look closely to be sure you see the little clips.

sorry pictures did not come uP?

1. Adjust the mirror face as shown in the picture to obtain access to the mirror face retention clips.
2. Position a flat-bladed tool between the back side of the mirror face and the adjuster mechanism as shown in the picture.
   
   
   
3. Place the blade of the tool between the gasket (1) and the adjuster mechanism (2).
4. Slightly twist the blade of the tool while gently pulling the mirror face towards you in order to release the retainers (3).
5. With the mirror face in hand, disconnect the electrical connectors.
6. Remove the mirror face from the mirror housing.
7. Inspect the adjuster mechanism for damage.

1. Inspect the components for any damage. Ensure that the mirror face has all the retention clips in place.
2. Plug in the electrical connectors to the back of the mirror.
3. Align the mirror face retention clips with the adjuster mechanism.
   
   
   
4. Gently press the mirror back into the adjuster mechanism with the palm of the hand on the center of the glass until it locks into place.
5. Inspect the operation of the mirror.

Hi, some drink idiot just took out my passenger side mirror tonight. I was wondering if anyone can tell me how to replace it? I used to work on cars, basically I want to know how easy it is to replace one. Also, do I have to take the door panel off to get to the mirror assembly? Thanks

Not sure for this model but if there's a trianglular type wedge top of the panel inside of the mirror those should just come off and reveal three fasteners for the mirror assy. Check for aftermarket ones - some look exact to me and tons less $$,

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I have a 2008 GMC Acadia SLT with heated side view mirrors. Passenger side glass only has been broken and needs to be replaced. Is this a difficult job best left to a dealer or can a handy "do-it-your-selfer" manage it. If anyone can provide info. on how to do it would be greatly appreciated.

i believe the mirror is sold as a housing only meaning the whole plastic piece as well not just the glass.

its going to be pricey. but the install is fairly straight forward.

remove door panel.
disconnect the electrical connectors for the heated/power mirror functions
unbolt mirror from door frame,


assembly opposite of removal

Most of the newer mirrors have plastic locks attached to the back of them and they pop into slots on the housing. If there is any left of the old one, see if there are any tabs on the back of the broken one. You are not out anything if it breaks.

I have a 1995 gmc sierra 1500 my problem is that the mirror was broken off by a 18 wheeler driving by anyways after guetting a new mirror and taking the plate that covers the 3 nuts i am not able to fit a socket in there i tried many adjustment or a wrench but they are hard to get too and turn as they been on there since the factory. What is the easiest way to get to them i have droped wrenches in my door and had to take my door panel off

i appreciate the recommendations

I don't recommend you attempting that job at all. That is a job for a glass company.