2008 Saturn Astra removal of drivers side mirror housing

2008 SATURN ASTRA
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DX7KEYS
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2008 Saturn Astra 4 cyl

subject line says it all .. How do I remove it ??

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Feb 14, 2010 at 12:30 PM
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KHLOW2008
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Hi dx7keys, Here are the removal procedures. OUTSIDE REARVIEW MIRROR OPENING COVER REPLACEMENT Removal Procedure


https://www.2carpros.com/forum/automotive_pictures/192750_RearViewMirror08AstraGif04_1.jpg

1. Remove the rearview mirror opening cover. 2. Loosen the 4 top clips (1). 3. Release the 4 lower clips (2). Installation Procedure Install the rearview mirror opening cover. "¢ Install the 4 lower clips. "¢ Install the 4 top clips.
Feb 15, 2010 at 5:47 AM
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Feb 15, 2010 at 11:52 AM
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I need to remove the entire mirror housing from the auto ..

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Feb 15, 2010 at 12:08 PM
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Sorry for the misunderstanding. POWER MIRROR REPLACEMENT Removal Procedure


https://www.2carpros.com/forum/automotive_pictures/192750_RearViewMirror08AstraFig10_1.jpg

1. Remove the upper extension trim panel. 2. Release the 3 clips. 3. Disconnect the wiring harness plug.


https://www.2carpros.com/forum/automotive_pictures/192750_RearViewMirror08AstraFig11_1.jpg

4. Remove the front door outer mirror. a. Disconnect the wiring harness plug. b. Remove the 3 bolts. c. Remove the outer mirror. Installation Procedure 1. Install the front door outer mirror. Tighten: Tighten the 3 bolts to 5 N.m (44 lb in). 2. Connect the wiring harness plug. 3. Install the outer mirror inner paneling. 4. Connect the wiring harness plug. 5. Install the 3 clips. 6. Perform the operational inspection.
Feb 16, 2010 at 12:12 AM
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Where can I buy just the housing without going to the dealer? My mirror was hit and knocked the housing off and the piece that goes on the bottom is missing. Thank you!
Mar 22, 2010 at 9:05 PM
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Hi Bilbowar,

The housing is a dealer part so you have no other options.
Mar 23, 2010 at 7:29 AM