Wednesday, October 13, 2010

Acura RSX Heated Mirror Installation Instructions

Heated Mirrors: I have installed heated mirrors in the US model. Here's what I did; but before installing make sure you read through the entire instructions so you have a good idea what is expected.
Tools: Here are some of the tools you will need. If you don’t have most of these or know how to use them, STOP. This is not for you.
Disclaimer: These instructions are for reference only. Anyone who uses these instructions agrees to hold the author harmless. It is the users’ responsibility to verify the suitability of these reference instructions to their vehicle.
Dissassembly: OK so let’s get started: It’s best if you have the Helms manual but you can do without it if you have done other similar installs on this or other cars.
Remove the door panel:
a. You will need to remove the door handle assembly. Pop off the plastic cover behind the handle and you will find 2 screws. Once you undo the screws you can pull the assembly out. Remove the lock cable from the door handle.
b. Then unplug the connector. There is one more screw you will need to find once you remove the handle assembly. Remove this screw too. Every time I did this, the screw fell into the plastic door panel handle cavity so I had to retrieve this screw after the door panel came off by turning the panel upside down. Next remove the 2 screws under the armrest.
c. Remove the black plastic trim piece on the inside of the door opposite the mirror. Roll the window down and pop the piece up and inward using a little upward pressure. A screwdriver taped so it would not mark or scratch anything works best.
d. Now you are ready to remove the door panel. To do this it is best to use a door trim tool. You can pick one up at your local auto store. This is used to remove the 8 clips that hold the plastic panel to the sheet metal.
e. In order to completely remove the panel, unplug the connector for the window switch.

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