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  1. amazingtrails

    amazingtrails Karting

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    #1 amazingtrails, Sep 7, 2025
    Well two weeks after I got my f355 spider I was driving on windy roads in the mountains having a great time when a deer ran out in front of me. I hit the brakes, turned and the deer broadsided my 355. Fortunately the damage was mostly just the side passenger mirror that was crushed. So I purchased a new side mirror assembly and now I’m wondering how to replace the old one. Do I have to remove the door panel or is there an easier way? I’d like to replace the mirror myself if possible. I’m not very mechanically inclined so any help is appreciated.
     
  2. spaghetti_jet

    spaghetti_jet Formula Junior

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    #2 spaghetti_jet, Sep 7, 2025
    Very sorry to hear about your mishap!

    For the mirror: you need to remove the triangular inner trim on the door. There are some small cross head screws that hold that inner plate on. Take that trim piece off noting how the seals intersect with the trim. There’s a foam filler piece to remove which is there for wind noise. Then you can get at the 10mm nuts that hold the mirror on. Undo those and the mirror can be pulled away from the door. Unplug the electrical connector and the mirror is off. Then do the reverse for reassembly.

    It’s very straightforward. The main thing to make sure of is that seals sit back where they were otherwise you might get wind noise or water ingress. Also, don’t be tempted to over tighten the nuts holding the mirror on.
     
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  3. amazingtrails

    amazingtrails Karting

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    #3 amazingtrails, Sep 7, 2025
    Thank you! Do you know of any youtube videos showing the process?
     
  4. Aerosurfer

    Aerosurfer Formula 3
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    #4 Aerosurfer, Sep 8, 2025
    As you go thru this repair... is the little outside cover in the underside of your mirror still there and intact? I would love to purchase or acquire it if its still there and not damaged (or terribly so). Color doesnt matter
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  5. taz355

    taz355 F1 Veteran
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    #5 taz355, Sep 9, 2025
    Yup I need one as well
    Broke when my mirror got pushed back too far
     
  6. GerryD

    GerryD Formula 3

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    #6 GerryD, Sep 20, 2025 at 6:11 PM
    You don't need a video.......It like making an espresso first thing in the morning
     
  7. amazingtrails

    amazingtrails Karting

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    #7 amazingtrails, Sep 20, 2025 at 6:33 PM
    I
    i figured it out. Thanks !
     

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