Outer Mirror Assembly: Disassembly

CAUTION:

When removing the mirror - repair, be careful not to damage the back surface of mirror - repair with a flat tip screwdriver.
When removing the mirror - repair, insert the connector and clip securely.

Operate the remote control mirror switch to face the mirror - repair upward.
Disconnect the ground cable from battery and wait for at least 60 seconds before starting work. < Ref. to BATTERY , NOTE, Note. >
NOTE: For models other than STI model, disconnect the ground terminal from battery sensor.
Remove the mirror - repair.
1. Using a flat tip screwdriver or similar tool, release the engagement shown in the figure, and slide the mirror - repair downward to remove.
  
  Fig 1: Removing Mirror Using Flat Tip Screwdriver
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2. Disconnect connectors. (Model with mirror heater and Subaru Rear Vehicle Detection system)
  
  Fig 2: Locating Mirror Heater Connector
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Release the claws, and then remove the cover - cap outer mirror lower.

Fig 3: Identifying Cover Claws - Cap Outer Mirror Lower
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Release the claws, and then remove the cover - cap outer mirror.
CAUTION: Be careful not to apply excessive force when removing the cover - cap outer mirror, as the lower hooks may become damaged.

Fig 4: Identifying Cover Claws - Cap Outer Mirror
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Remove the light assembly - side turn mirror. (Model with side turn signal light)
1. Remove the screws and pull out the light assembly - side turn mirror to the front of the vehicle.
2. Disconnect the connector and remove the light assembly - side turn mirror.
  
  Fig 5: Removing Light Assembly - Side Turn Mirror
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