1998 Toyota Avalon Driver's Side View Mirror

1998 TOYOTA AVALON
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1998 Toyota Avalon

My driver's side view mirror was broken recently. The metal strut that holds the mirror is intact, but the trim housing broke off into two pieces and the mirror itself shattered. Replacement at the dealer will run over $300 with installation, but I found another source for the parts for quite a bit less.
I have some mechanical ability, but mostly it is limited to basic carpentry, not automotive skills. Do you have any advice on how to replace the mirror?
Barring that, can I repair the mirror long enough to get by for a few weeks until I can afford the repair?
Dec 16, 2008 at 9:34 PM
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REMOVAL & INSTALLATION
POWER MIRROR ASSEMBLY
Removal & Installation
Remove mirror inner trim panel on inside of the door. Mirror inner trim panel may include speaker. If necessary, disconnect speaker harness connector. Disconnect power mirror motor harness connector. Support outside mirror assembly while removing mirror retaining bolts/nuts on inside of the door. To install, reverse removal procedure.
Dec 16, 2008 at 10:05 PM
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