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How do I replace the wing mirror unit?

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Old 01-23-12, 01:22 AM
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Default How do I replace the wing mirror unit?

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I can access the 3 bolts that hold the unit on the door but once those are removed I can not see the plug end for the wiring to connect to? I can't seem to pull on the wire that disapears further into the door panel for fear of snapping something and I dont fancy opening up the inner door card etc? Is there a simple way to gain access to the wires plug I need to disconnect the old one from to add the new unit? The option I though was to cut the wire and rewire each one back on but that would be a shame considering I have everything needed to simply plug and play but just can't see the pug?!! Help, please...

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Old 01-23-12, 03:09 AM
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You have to take off the door panel.....I did this before. It sucks so much work for some stupid wire connections. Door panel does come off easy!
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Thanks John, I don't supose there is a guid in taking the door panel off? I'd rather not guess my way through and brake any panel retaining clips etc. Cheers
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here it is:
https://www.clublexus.com/forums/rx-...moval-diy.html
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Excellent heads up there buddy!
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