Rear View Mirror exploded!
10-10-2006, 03:53 AM
#281
Originally Posted by KSuchdeve
READ THIS! Was very interesting to hear what this guy has to say. Not sure how true it is but it seems reasonable since MagnaDonnelly seems so open to giving new replacements without asking many questions. Mine has the bubble and I am trying to contact Magna about getting a new one.
1. Send an email.
2. Receive an email in return that has a Word attachment.
3. Fill the Word doc in and return it.
4. Receive mirror
5. Install mirror.
6. Return old mirror in the same box. MG pays for return shipping.
10-10-2006, 09:15 AM
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My mirror that leaked just dripped the stuff onto my shifter plate without any corrosion, but I did clean it up quickly. Ironically, this happened while it was in for tranny rebuild at 140K. Old mirror had grey plug and new one from MD has blue plug.
By the way, I am feeling fine. Scary stuff about the poisons, but I guess I was lucky mine didn't explode.
New tranny (bench-rebuilt at Cottman instead of bolting on an Acura reman.) and new mirror are both working like new.
By the way, I am feeling fine. Scary stuff about the poisons, but I guess I was lucky mine didn't explode.
New tranny (bench-rebuilt at Cottman instead of bolting on an Acura reman.) and new mirror are both working like new.
10-10-2006, 10:55 AM
#284
Originally Posted by ballengerross
Scary stuff about the poisons...
Originally Posted by ballengerross
...but I guess I was lucky mine didn't explode.
10-12-2006, 06:26 PM
#285
Originally Posted by MikePA
Some people are hoping to play and win the lawsuit lottery game. I'm not sure what you mean by 'trying to contact'. Who you need to contact and what happens after that are all documented in this thread. What could be easier than;
1. Send an email.
2. Receive an email in return that has a Word attachment.
3. Fill the Word doc in and return it.
4. Receive mirror
5. Install mirror.
6. Return old mirror in the same box. MG pays for return shipping.
1. Send an email.
2. Receive an email in return that has a Word attachment.
3. Fill the Word doc in and return it.
4. Receive mirror
5. Install mirror.
6. Return old mirror in the same box. MG pays for return shipping.
10-12-2006, 06:37 PM
#286
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Originally Posted by KSuchdeve
who do you send the e-mail to?? sorry if it is on another page but there are twelve of them and i dont feel like looking. thanks.
12 pages arent that hard to look thru if you really want it replaced
10-12-2006, 06:41 PM
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Originally Posted by KSuchdeve
who do you send the e-mail to?? sorry if it is on another page but there are twelve of them and i dont feel like looking. thanks.
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10-12-2006, 08:15 PM
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Originally Posted by dunlax072
10-12-2006, 08:46 PM
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Originally Posted by superfob
Does the mirror have to start leaking before we request a replacement? I would rather change it before then after.
If you're not having problems with bubbling they probably won't replace it though. Email Dani though, the worst she can do is say no.
10-12-2006, 11:04 PM
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Originally Posted by dunlax072
Mine just barely started to bubble when I asked for a replacement. I took the mirror out of the car as soon as I heard about this problem, and it's gotten 10x worse in a matter of days.
If you're not having problems with bubbling they probably won't replace it
though. Email Dani though, the worst she can do is say no.
If you're not having problems with bubbling they probably won't replace it
though. Email Dani though, the worst she can do is say no.
10-13-2006, 02:20 AM
#292
05 Acura TL: a-spec
So I emailed Dani about my mirror, told them it was a different color and it no longer dimmed... They sent me a new one in 2 days. Very quick 
. The old mirror was a BITCH to get off... thought the windshield was going to break wiggling that thing off! heres some pics-->
. The old mirror was a BITCH to get off... thought the windshield was going to break wiggling that thing off! heres some pics-->
10-13-2006, 03:31 AM
#293
Originally Posted by superfob
Does the mirror have to start leaking before we request a replacement? I would rather change it before then after.
10-16-2006, 05:18 PM
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Rear View Spec question 2000 TL
Someone probably asked this but it is just painful to go thru all these posts, can anyone tell me the
PINS in the back mirror
Color of Plug
Color of Wires
2000 TL
Thanks in advance
PINS in the back mirror
Color of Plug
Color of Wires
2000 TL
Thanks in advance
10-16-2006, 05:23 PM
#295
See Page 11 of this thread.
Bob
Bob
Originally Posted by Submariner2
Someone probably asked this but it is just painful to go thru all these posts, can anyone tell me the
PINS in the back mirror
Color of Plug
Color of Wires
2000 TL
Thanks in advance
PINS in the back mirror
Color of Plug
Color of Wires
2000 TL
Thanks in advance
10-16-2006, 05:56 PM
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Originally Posted by Submariner2
Someone probably asked this but it is just painful to go thru all these posts, can anyone tell me the
PINS in the back mirror
Color of Plug
Color of Wires
2000 TL
Thanks in advance
PINS in the back mirror
Color of Plug
Color of Wires
2000 TL
Thanks in advance
10-16-2006, 06:14 PM
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I got a replace mirror from Magna Donnelly a few months back but I'm having a problem with it. If I have the auto switch engaged, the mirror will always dim. If I do not have the switch engaged, it will be normal. It seems to have a problem sensing the light around it. Does anyone know what the problem could be?
10-16-2006, 06:16 PM
#299
Got anything hanging from the mirror, like a parking permit? The front and back of the mirror each have sensors (small, circular marks) that sense the ambiant light and adjust the mirror accordingly. If something is blocking them, the mirror wont work.
10-16-2006, 07:09 PM
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addition to my 00 TL with faulty mirror, my other 02 TL's mirror is working just fine, should I request my 02's mirror to be replaced as well?
had my 02's mirror replaced once when i purchased the vehicle 5 years ago, the mirror itself just can not hold up well.
had my 02's mirror replaced once when i purchased the vehicle 5 years ago, the mirror itself just can not hold up well.
10-16-2006, 07:31 PM
#301
What do you mean it 'can not hold up well'? And since it's been replaced once, why do you think you should get another one for free? They don't come with a lifetime warranty.
10-16-2006, 10:04 PM
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CAN NOT HOLD UP WELL translate to the looseness of the mirror Mike, this happen during the 1st month when I purchased my 02 TL-S back in 01. whenever i drove around bumpy road or a speed bump the mirror keeps shift to downard position.
10-26-2006, 10:12 PM
#306
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I e-mailed Dani and she sent the form to me via e-mail. I filled it out and faxed it back to her and had the replacement mirror on my doorstep within days. I am gonna get it installed and send the old one back to her like she said.
If you are having a problem, just contact Dani and she will take care of you.
If you are having a problem, just contact Dani and she will take care of you.
10-31-2006, 06:34 PM
#309
Instructions For Removal
After installing the mirror myself, I realized how easy it was and figured I would make a mini DIY for the install. Hope the directions are clear and easy.
First, take the two plastic clips off of the mirror.
Take a flathead screwdriver or something else thin and flat and pry off the cover over the dome map lights.
Take out the two screws that are right next to the bulbs on either side.
Open the sunglass holder and remove the two screws from in there. It should come down pretty easily and all you have to do is unplug the one wire from the maplight/sunglass holder fixture.
Then, unplug the mirror from the quick connect and take it off. Sort of rock the mirror back and forth while pulling down towards the dash/hood and parallel to the glass. If it isn't going easy you can take something and hit the mirror (on the frame of the mirror) in the same direction.
Once you get the mirror off, slide the wire through the opening and take it out. Repeat the process in reverse order for installation. Just slide the mirror up onto the clip, attach the wire. Attach the wire from the maplight/sunglass holder fixture and screw the 4 screws back in (2 in sunglass holder and 2 right next to maplight bulbs). Snap back in the maplight cover. Attach the two plastic clips to the mirror, and enjoy!
First, take the two plastic clips off of the mirror.
Take a flathead screwdriver or something else thin and flat and pry off the cover over the dome map lights.
Take out the two screws that are right next to the bulbs on either side.
Open the sunglass holder and remove the two screws from in there. It should come down pretty easily and all you have to do is unplug the one wire from the maplight/sunglass holder fixture.
Then, unplug the mirror from the quick connect and take it off. Sort of rock the mirror back and forth while pulling down towards the dash/hood and parallel to the glass. If it isn't going easy you can take something and hit the mirror (on the frame of the mirror) in the same direction.
Once you get the mirror off, slide the wire through the opening and take it out. Repeat the process in reverse order for installation. Just slide the mirror up onto the clip, attach the wire. Attach the wire from the maplight/sunglass holder fixture and screw the 4 screws back in (2 in sunglass holder and 2 right next to maplight bulbs). Snap back in the maplight cover. Attach the two plastic clips to the mirror, and enjoy!
10-31-2006, 07:51 PM
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Thanks for the DIY help!
I have to install the replacement mirror that Magna Donnelly sent me. Between your post and the others in this thread, the installation should go smoothly.
Bob
I have to install the replacement mirror that Magna Donnelly sent me. Between your post and the others in this thread, the installation should go smoothly.
Bob
11-01-2006, 12:38 PM
#312
Originally Posted by Xenologics
anyone gonna get back to 03's affected by this?
03CoupeV6 wrote the following on Page 4 of this thread:
"Okay all 99-03 TLs use the SAME mirror. Part number 76400-S0K-A01ZA."
But I suppose it's possible that they improved the design but kept the same part number. That would be bad practice but it's possible.
Bob
11-08-2006, 10:57 PM
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Im sorry if this was already posted in the thread, but if you have tint on your rear window could it keep your mirror from self dimming? I have 20% and I cannot tell a difference when a truck gets on my ass.
11-09-2006, 08:15 AM
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the mirror dims based on how bright it is outside. The easiest way to tell if it's still working is to block the light sensor on the back during the day so the mirror is tricked into thinking it's night. The mirror should dim, then brighten back up when you unblock the sensor.
Also, if you've got parking passes or things hanging from the mirror, these will also block the sensor and the mirror will be perpetually dimmed unless you switch it off
Also, if you've got parking passes or things hanging from the mirror, these will also block the sensor and the mirror will be perpetually dimmed unless you switch it off
11-09-2006, 01:42 PM
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OK so from what I've seen they already have new mirrors...
So does this affect the 2006 TLs?
Sorry if this is in the thread alrady, but i didnt feel like reading all 13 pages...
So does this affect the 2006 TLs?
Sorry if this is in the thread alrady, but i didnt feel like reading all 13 pages...
11-13-2006, 01:19 PM
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Warning! Replacing the Mirror- Do not hit hard as to break the windshield
Hi Guys,
Just a warning while replacing the mirror!!. Do not hit too hard to release it. Hard luck for me. I broke the windshield while replacing it. I hit slightly on the mirror to release it and while doing it broke the windshield. If you can not do it own your own, take it to the dealer. That's my piece of advise. Anyone know a place to install and buy the OEM windshields? I live in CT. Thanks.
Just a warning while replacing the mirror!!. Do not hit too hard to release it. Hard luck for me. I broke the windshield while replacing it. I hit slightly on the mirror to release it and while doing it broke the windshield. If you can not do it own your own, take it to the dealer. That's my piece of advise. Anyone know a place to install and buy the OEM windshields? I live in CT. Thanks.
11-13-2006, 02:54 PM
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I emailed Dani last week, got my new mirror in a few days and replaced it myself. The mirror is attached to the windshield with a small metal clip (2cm wide and 4cm long). I wiggled it while pulling down. I don't think tapping it is a good idea. Sorry to hear your windshield cracked sabcd2004.
11-13-2006, 03:10 PM
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Ouch!
I appreciate the warning. I'll be extra careful when I replace my mirror.
Bob
I appreciate the warning. I'll be extra careful when I replace my mirror.
Bob
Originally Posted by sabcd2004
Hi Guys,
Just a warning while replacing the mirror!!. Do not hit too hard to release it. Hard luck for me. I broke the windshield while replacing it. I hit slightly on the mirror to release it and while doing it broke the windshield. If you can not do it own your own, take it to the dealer. That's my piece of advise. Anyone know a place to install and buy the OEM windshields? I live in CT. Thanks.
Just a warning while replacing the mirror!!. Do not hit too hard to release it. Hard luck for me. I broke the windshield while replacing it. I hit slightly on the mirror to release it and while doing it broke the windshield. If you can not do it own your own, take it to the dealer. That's my piece of advise. Anyone know a place to install and buy the OEM windshields? I live in CT. Thanks.