Manual mirrors

[Richard811]

Hi

Here's the reason I'm tapping into this wealth of knowledge.
Recently bought my first bx. It's a 1988 16rs estate.
Just failed it's mot (just meaning recently mot'd and only just failed on a few points)

One point being the near side mirror. (Manual)
Can anyone try and explain how i get the old one off?
Haynes manual says to just remove the mirror trim peice to unveil the screws...but I thought I'd ask before breaking something.

Thank you

[mds141]

To remove the complete mirror, it involves removing the door card. If memory serves, remove the speaker grille and speaker, two screws under the armrest and one under the door pull I think. Use an implement to prise off the door card and you'll see the mirror is held on by a couple of screws.

[Richard811]

I'll try that now. Thanks very much mark

[Richard811]

Job done.
You weren't wrong. Remove the speaker panel for 2 more screws alon the bottom.
There were 3 in the door handle altogether. Also unscrew the door lock/unlock nob thing.
Running my fingers round the door card so no scratching with a tool.
Fiddles bit was getting the card round the inside mirror adjuster lever but the card is plastic so bends.

Thank you again

[mds141]

Glad to be of service.