Volvo Side View Mirror Replacement Guide
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Is your Volvo side mirror broken? Follow the procedures below to learn how to replace it. This guide provides instructions on how to replace a Volvo side view mirror.
At a Glance
- Disconnect the negative battery terminal first (10mm).
- Pry off the triangular trim at the top front corner of the door to reach the mirror bolts.
- Unplug the mirror connector, remove the bolts and support the mirror as it comes free.
- Fit the new mirror, reconnect, and test the adjustment, heating and folding before refitting trim.
- Order by VIN; heated, folding and blind spot options change the part number.
Procedure
- Disconnect the negative battery terminal. Depending on the model, the battery is in the engine bay or under the cargo floor. Use a 10mm socket to loosen the nut on the negative post. Pull the cable away from the post and put it to the side.
- Remove the back cover. Open the door and look inside your car at the top corner of the door. You will notice a triangle-shaped plastic piece. You will use the plastic pry tool to remove this piece. You will then be able to unscrew the mounting piece holding the mirror to the car.
- Remove the door panel. In some Volvos, you may need to remove the whole door panel to remove the mirror because the connector is hidden behind the door panel.
- Carefully remove any pushpins and plastic door handles.
- You will need a flathead screwdriver and a plastic pry tool to remove the door panel.
- Once the panel is loose, carefully remove the mounting bolts at the top and bottom of the handle. Then, pull the door panel up.
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Disconnect wiring. Once the door panel cover is pulled up, unplug the side mirror wiring. Once the wires are disconnected, you are almost ready to replace the Volvo side rearview mirror.
- Remove the side mirror. With the wires disconnected, the last step is to remove the mirror from the door. You will need to remove three 10mm bolts or one 13mm nut that secures the mirror to the door. Have someone hold up your broken Volvo mirror so it doesn’t fall and scratch the paint.
- Put your door panel back together. Once you have made any repairs or replaced parts, it is time to put your door panel and mirror assembly back together. Simply follow the steps you took in reverse. Make sure all wiring is reconnected and snug.
These instructions will work for Volvo cars and SUVs manufactured after 1995, such as
- C70
- V70
- S60
- S40
- V40
- V50
- XC60
- XC90
- S60
- S70
- S80
- C30
It is fairly simple to replace Volvo’s door mirror, and it is definitively an easy repair you can handle at home. You just need a few tools, and you will be all set. Make sure you have a flathead screwdriver on hand and a plastic pry tool to remove the mirror.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to disconnect the battery to replace a Volvo mirror?
Yes. Disconnect the negative terminal (10mm) first, since the mirror has power for adjustment, heating and sometimes blind spot lights.
How do I get to the mirror bolts?
Pry off the triangular trim at the top front corner of the door to reach the connector and mounting bolts.
Does a new Volvo mirror need programming?
Usually not for the glass and adjustment. If it has memory or blind spot features, test them after fitting and check for stored codes.
Check these troubleshooting and repair guides for more help on your Volvo.
