How to Replace Side Rear View Mirror 92-99 Buick LeSabre
Difficulty: Intermediate · About 45 min · Buick Lesabre
Replace a side mirror on a 1992–1999 Buick LeSabre by removing the door panel and water shield, exchanging the mirror, and reconnecting battery and switch wiring.
Tools you will need
- 8mm wrench
- 10mm socket and wrench
- T25 Torx driver
- Flat blade screwdriver
- Trim panel tool
Parts and supplies
- Side rear view mirror
Steps
- Disconnect battery and remove panel
Disconnect the negative battery cable with an 8mm wrench. Remove the door-panel fasteners and trim, release the switch and edge clips, lift the panel away, and unplug its wiring.
- Remove the old mirror
Peel back the water shield without tearing it and disconnect the mirror harness. Support the mirror, remove its two 10mm nuts, and lift it away from the door.
- Install the replacement mirror
Route the harness through the door and place the new mirror on its gasket. Start both 10mm nuts by hand, tighten them securely, reconnect the harness, and restore the water shield.
- Reassemble and verify
Reconnect the door panel harnesses and fit the panel onto its clips. Reinstall the fasteners and switch panel, reconnect the battery, and verify the mirror and switches operate.
Check your vehicle’s repair manual for exact specifications and fit.