08 TL

So today at work I backed out a little faster than I should have and heard a big CRUNCH. As I was backing out my passenger side mirror clipped a concrete pillar and the housing cracked. The mirror is still on there, but it was hanging by 2 wires and I just pushed it back into the housing.

Can someone tell me the best method of action to this fixed?
- Dealer fix or order parts?

Anyone know about how much this is going to run me cost wise?

I feel like such an IDIOT. I've had this car for not even a MONTH yet! Arghhh, I'm going to be much more careful in the parking garage from now on.

Thanks for everyone on here, you guys have been great.

 

How about getting an idea from the mirror threads in here? Do a search for mirror. If you can just replace it by DIY, then you are cool. Somebody, I think sandiegodrive has done a mirror swap.

Good luck!

 

not hard to change just need a few tools but to repair the broken piece not worth it ur better off ordering a new one.

 

DIY replace = parts + mod opportunity.

 

Off Topic:

Are you the "You Tube" Kimbo? Or did you just decide to use that name because of him? Or is it just really your name? lol...which?

 

If the housing cracked then most probably it's not worth fixing. You may be able to salvage parts from another broken mirror but it depends on the damage and what needs to be repaired. The mirror needs to be sturdy for years to come because it protrudes off the car. A mirror goes through a lot. Someone just walking by may walk by and brush up against it and your 6 hr repair will be pointless. If you wait and watch a bit, you can get mirrors on Ebay for a steal! I have seen them go for as low as $40. And next time watch your mirrors when you back up

 

Kimbo is a crazy ass mofo

 

I was driving once and a 2x4 was ran over by a semi and a chunk of wood flew at my sisters 07 4runner and broke off the mirror, leaving some wire harness hanging. Bought a new housing and installed it myself, didnt take more than an hour of my time. PRetty much pull apart the skin on the door, disconnect some wires, loosen some bolts and plug some wires in. Hopefully its the same in the TL. I have my TL in my apartments garage and its a bitch to park, im always afraid of clipping a pillar. good luck

 

I replaced my 05 TL's side mirror once. It's pretty easy, 1 hour max with some basic tools.

Acura sells replacement mirror assemblies prepainted for around $200. 08 TL may be more expensive due to the turn signal repeater on the mirror housing, but it's still easy to install.

 

Don't you know that every new car has an invisible sign on it that sez:

ATTENTION ALL TRUCKS
AND BUILDING PILLARS !

 

Yes, that's me. I am trying to get used to Corporate America. I'm still trying to find a dress shirt that won't rip to shreds when I flex.

Thanks for all your help guys. I decided to get it fixed at the dealership. I have neither the time nor the resources to undertake such a daunting task (i.e. too lazy). I am going to be much more careful from now on.... ughh stupid small spaces in that parking garage.

 

RAARRRR!! Kimbo smash puny mirror!

Just messing witcha Slice! Welcome aboard the forum playa! You one cool dude!

 

hahaha wtf...

Just wait till "RAARRRR..Kimbo smash Stella's headlights"..haha hey atleast you'll get to put those demon eyes in that way

 

LOL...you a wild boyyy Fizz! LOL!

It's kinda wild tho. My man was just asking me the other day if I had been on You Tube checking out Slice knocking motherfuckers out and BAMM! He up in the place to be asking for help from us mere mortals and what not! Damn!

Yo Kimbo, it's all fun though man, don't smash my shit playa! LOL! If you check the forum out deeper, you'll see we get down like this all the time! Good luck on that mirror champ!

 

U sure u wanna go to the dealer? you could put this in in 1 hr.

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/04-05...spagenameZWDVW

save a few $$$

 

Haha, someones afraid nowwwww....



Reminds me of my cousin who talks up shit and then sucks up so he dont get his ass kicked. lol

 

I ain't sucking up, real recognize real! It ain't like I ain't never kicked ass myself. I know damn well you ain't trying to call me no punk over no joke Fulani???

Anyway, Kimbo is cool as shit! I love watching those dudes rumble in the jungle street-style! I give credit where credit is due ya heard! Now back up off me punk!

 

Haha, I feel ya playboy. I wouldnt wanna be stuck up in that octagon with any of em either!!

 

No doubt kid, no doubt!

 

I got one in the same color off Ebay for about $30. 15 min job on an 04 not sure about 08.