Why is my Mercedes SL rear view mirror not working?
Having experience of the W210 E class and W202 C rear view mirror removal due in the most part to failure of filament indicator lamps, the SL (R129) presented little problem in ‘de-camping’ it from its sprung die-cast shoe above the windscreen.
How is the rear view mirror held on?
As you can see the mirror glass and bezel is held onto the adjustment gimbal by a black plastic panel. On each side there is a flat spring metal clip that applies captivating pressure to the black plastic panel by trapping each end of the flat spring to the upper and lower edges of the bezel.
What makes a Mercedes sl129 make a clicking noise?
Check that lower control arm bushing. Uneven tire wear and unusual handling in turns can be caused by worn suspension links. Check your rear rearward upper link. A light clicking noise from your rear suspension over bumps can be the result of worn sway bar links.
What’s the best way to replace a rear view mirror?
We see so many damaged rear view mirrors that we know most owners do not know how to properly remove and replace it. Replacing it is actually the hardest part. If you have a broken mirror or a floppy mirror bracket the best way to fix it is to remove it and replace it with a new or good used mirror.
Why is my rear view mirror falling out?
These are the pair of springs that fall out – or worse, break the the retaining moulded section they latch into, so they no longer hold the mirror in place. The springs then fall down and jangle in the bottom of the mirror housing, accompanying the rattling mirror glass.
Where is the rear view mirror support plate?
Now slide in the black plastic mirror support plate under the flat springs and position it correctly on the mirror back. Fold down the springs, locating the middle ridge with the raised edge on the plate moulding.