SECTION 18: BODY
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DOB 2490-2789 | X3-45 Commuter PA1605 Maintenance Manual (Final Version – Rev.2 April 2016)
NOTE
The mirrors heater function (HTR button and
LED indicator) is optional and not connected
on this vehicle.
Disassembly
At end of mirror arm, loosen the setscrews to
relieve tension on the ball stud. Remove the ball
stud. Remove the ball stud from the arm and
gently pull the harness out until the connector is
exposed.
FIGURE 15: R/H OUTSIDE REAR-VIEW MIRROR
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Remove the four screws fastening the mirror
arm base to the coach. Slide the harness free of
the mirror arm base.
Assembly
Attach a stiff wire (snake) to the end of the
harness and insert the wire through the mirror
arm base and arm, gently pull the harness
through the arm and disconnect the "snake".
Connect the mirror head harness. Insert the
harness connector back into the mirror arm.
Insert the ball stud into the mirror arm and
tighten the socket setscrews.
NOTE
Position the ball cup halves so the joint
between them lies on the centerline of the
arm. Ensure that the setscrews are not on the
joint between the cup halves.
Glass removal and installation
Using a non-metallic flat wedge, insert the edge
under the over-hang tab covering the mirror
glass.
Raise the wedge to spread the over-hang tab.
By continuing to raise the wedge, the glass will
begin to pop out.
Do not force the glass further than half an inch
outward. A secondary adhesive holds the glass.
This adhesive is used to cushion the glass and
dampen vibration. It is soft and can be cut fairly
easily.
Slide a straight edge, such as a ruler, behind the
glass and make a slicing motion back and forth.
The mirror glass will come free.
Remove the glass after the adhesive has been
cut. Some adhesive will remain on the mirror
carrier. These adhesive spots are soft and
pressure sensitive. They will adhere again when
the glass is reinserted.
FIGURE 16: REAR VIEW MIRROR GLASS REMOVAL
To re-insert the glass, slide one side under the
over-hang tab and spread the opposite over-
hang tab with the wedge until the mirror glass is
permitted to snap or drop in place.
15.1.4 WINDSHIELD
WIPERS
Refer to Paragraph 3 WINDSHIELD WIPERS
AND WASHERS, included in Section 23:
Accessories of the Maintenance Manual for
complete information on windshield wipers.
15.1.5 WINDSHIELD
For the removal or installation of windshield, you
will need:
A rope,
A plastic spatula to lift the rubber seal lip,
A metal rod or screwdriver to clean the seal
groove,
A filler insertion tool,
Goggles and protective gloves.
