On most models of domestic cars, as well as on budget foreign cars, the repair of external and internal rear-view mirrors can be done independently. Such operations include:
First, consider the repair of the internal review element. In most cases, this part of the passenger compartment is attached to the windshield of the vehicle. The adhesive hardens when exposed to ultraviolet rays. Provided that it is of high quality, the mirror is kept on the surface for at least 2-3 years. If the part has fallen off, regular household glue will not work.
As far as I watched the rear-view camera screen coming out of the mirror on the H3 Pryanika, it is triggered not by a stop signal, but by switching the automatic transmission to the “reverse” position.
2. Mirror control is not implemented directly from the automatic transmission, but through the standard head (in my opinion, it is unlikely, but who knows their savages
3. The mirror itself has broken. I would check by applying voltage to the mirror directly. If it starts working, then it’s not the problem.
Many multifunctional devices for VAZ cars are sold on the market and mirrors and monitors occupy a separate niche. As you already understood, they combine the 2nd function: an ordinary interior mirror and a monitor. The following describes how to put a mirror with a monitor with your own hands.
If you think about it, we can find a lot of options for where to install the monitor in the cabin. According to professionals, the interior mirror does not distract from the road as much as the devices on the torpedo, therefore this method is popular with most car enthusiasts.
Usually the set includes a mirror with wiring and a remote control.
For the convenience of connection, we solder the socket from the cigarette lighter to the power supply.
I decided to run the mirror wiring through the right pillar. Remove the rack and sun visor. A mirror with a display is worn on top of a standard mirror, so if you want to return to a simple mirror is not difficult.
We stretch the cable from the cigarette lighter in the glove compartment (which is separately installed) through the rack and the roof lining of the car.
We attach (in our case, the DVR) to the monitor and check its operation.
All cars must be equipped with rear-view mirrors. The main purpose of rear-view mirrors is to ensure traffic safety by providing the driver with information about the traffic situation in the sector behind the rear bumper and in the radius of the rear fenders.
The simplest design, familiar to everyone, implies the presence of an optical element (1), a housing cover (3), a holder with a tilt angle control mechanism (4) and a cable for connecting to the mains (2), in the presence of turn signals.
With the rise in the price of the car, additional elements are introduced into the product that increase the degree of convenience, both in functional use and in control:
The interior viewing mirror is mounted in the vehicle interior exactly in the center above the torpedo. Fixation, depending on the design, is carried out either to the roof or to the windshield. In the first case, the fasteners can be made using a bolted connection, or on self-tapping screws, in the second version, the mirror holder is attached with glue.
Exterior fittings are installed on the front door pillars closer to the bonnet. On some older models, the side mirrors are attached to the leading edge of the fenders closer to the radiator. On Soviet cars, they were also installed on the fenders, but closer to the windshield.
The mirrors are adjusted both in manual mode, which is typical for the budget price segment, and with the help of servo drives and cables remotely, on expensive models. It is with control that the most breakdowns of both mechanical and electronic mechanisms are associated.
Cases of damage in the form of cracking from impacts are very common (this is especially true for side-looking mechanisms).
External elements often receive damage to the body, the so-called "shell", in the form of breaks, chips and scratches on the coating. In terms of control, cables require repair, which stretch over time.
Internal mirrors are prone to mechanical failure of the tilt and swivel angle adjustment. In case of poor-quality fastening to the windshield or under the influence of external factors, the mounting legs of standard devices can come off, which also causes inconvenience and difficulties in repairing.
On budget cars and cars of the Soviet period of development, most of the repair work is carried out independently. These include:
At the factory, the interior mirror is attached to the windshield using glue, which hardens under the influence of ultraviolet radiation. The vast majority of compounds that are used in a domestic environment are not suitable for such a procedure. This also applies to instant adhesives and epoxy-based formulations.
To solve this problem, it is necessary to purchase a special two-component adhesive, which includes an adhesive and an activator. The activator can be either liquid or aerosol. The joints made using such compounds are characterized by high strength, the absence of residual plasticity at the joint and the transparency of the seam. The composition is grabbed instantly, therefore, it is necessary to have the skills to work with it, since it will be almost impossible to tear off a crooked mirror.
To repair a side accessory, it must first be dismantled.
After dismantling, it is necessary to replace the damaged part of the device (mirror sheet, body or mechanism element) and repeat the procedure in reverse order.
On expensive cars of this kind, it is better to entrust repair work to specialists of a specialized service station. Moreover, it is almost impossible to repair a product with a built-in monitor of a DVR with a navigator on your own.
The cost of work is indicated without taking into account the price of component parts.
The video shows the dismantling of the old and installation of a new rear-view mirror with a DVR
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Almost every modern vehicle has basic comfort features that make it easy for the driver to drive. In the event of a malfunction, including the failure of the electric drive of the side mirrors, it is, of course, better to show the car under warranty to the specialists faster. If the car has already "left" its warranty period, you can try to cope with the problem yourself.
This article was originally taken from vento-club.com
In different planes, the side mirrors are adjusted by two small DC electric motors using a worm wheel and set screws.Usually, the control buttons for the electric drive are located in cars on the driver's doors. But, depending on the car model, there may be other variations.
Damage to the electric drive of side mirrors can be electrical and mechanical.
You need to start diagnosing a malfunction by checking for electrical faults. First of all, you need to turn on the ignition, but do not start the car, then lower the glass, press the buttons for adjusting the position of the mirrors. If you do not hear the characteristic hum of the electric motor under the casing, then there is a problem in the drive electrical circuit. The first thing that needs to be done is to check the fuse, the purpose and location of which is always indicated in the manual for each car. If this is the case, i.e. it has burned out, it is necessary to replace it with a new one of the appropriate rating, after which it is imperative to check the condition of the connectors in the device, make sure that power is supplied to the electric motors and the control panel. A multimeter (as a last resort, a test lamp) will help to do this.
After making sure that the electrical networks are in good working order, it is necessary to diagnose mechanical damage. First, it is recommended to make sure that they are securely attached to the elements fixing on the drive mechanism. At the same time, it is worth checking the integrity of the plastic parts and all the latches, which, after the mirror element is removed, become accessible.
A defect in the mechanism is easy to identify when power is applied to it. Eliminate the detected defect, you need to slowly and very carefully. Special care is required for a mirror, which can be easily damaged at the time of dismantling.
The mirror is disassembled without removing it from the car: two latches (red) need to be pushed back with a little effort, then, using a flat screwdriver, slide the guides (marked in yellow). Such actions are carried out from four sides until the mirror "hangs" on the heating wires.
Now you need to remove the decorative cover and unscrew the three screws. After that, very carefully, slightly shaking so that the latch does not break, the mirror is removed.
You can start troubleshooting the problem.
To remove the drive from the housing, it is enough to unscrew three screws.
Next comes the turn of the boot and back cover, which must be removed. Unfasten the connector.
We also remove the white part, relative to which the element holding the mirror rotates.
Now, in order to push out as much as possible, we move the drive to the side (shown by the arrow), connecting it to the connector on the door and again to the body.
One of the reasons may be that part of the groove broke off.
To eliminate such a breakdown, it is enough to use a dropper tube "hardened" from petroleum products (gasoline).
The tube, with the glue previously applied to it, is put on the broken groove and cut in place. For a more reliable connection with the ball joint, blow on the tube with a hairdryer - under the influence of hot air, its upper part will narrow.
Now it remains to collect everything neatly in the reverse order. The drive is running.
It may well be that the worm gear motor itself, which controls the folding of the mirror (similar to those installed in Chinese children's toys), or the board responsible for changing the power off when the load increases at the end of the stroke, has failed.
The mirror may buzz, but not fold, if the gear on the shaft with the worm is worn out. Such a repair of the side mirror with an electric drive can be done independently.
The left and right folding and adjusting mechanisms of the mirrors are exactly the same. They differ only in setting and connection. After the mirror is assembled, but the colored cover has not yet been installed, you need to check the correct control of the mirror: if the mirror is adjusted horizontally when adjusting the vertical position, you need square plugs.
This is how the governing body of the folding mechanism of the left mirror (top) and right (bottom) looks like.Sazu can see the difference in setting: the right mirror is assembled in the “disassembled” position, and the left one is “assembled”.
Before the mirror is removed from the car, it must be set to the “disassembled” position in order to assemble it in the same disassembled position (otherwise, it must be assembled in the “assembled” position).
Disassembly of the left folding mirror mechanism.
It can now be applied to the corresponding part of the body, with which the mirror is attached to the body pillar.
Having turned the mechanism to the “disassembled” position, we assemble it in the reverse order. It is impossible to make a mistake with the angle of rotation, since the mechanism rotates through a certain angle. It just needs to be turned from one extreme position to another.
Almost every car owner at least once in his life faced breakdowns of side rear-view mirrors. This is a fairly common problem, because this part of the car is quite vulnerable due to its location on the body, it is easy to touch it when parking or driving on narrow roads. Of course, such a device can be replaced, but here you will find not very good news - for modern cars it is quite expensive to buy a new rear-view mirror, and it is very difficult to find a suitable one for those models that are no longer produced. Therefore, we recommend that you carry out repairs.
So, why is it better to repair a broken side mirror instead of buying a new one:
Genuine parts are very expensive. Of course, if your car is a product of the domestic auto industry, then there is no need to worry, but the owners of foreign cars will have a little shock. In addition, mirrors are often sold in two, that is, the amount will also double.
If your car was produced abroad or is simply considered a rare model, then you can wait for the delivery of a new side mirror for months. The fact is that these parts are not the most popular, therefore they are usually sold by order.
If you decide to buy a new part, then you will need to spend a lot of time on this. First, you go shopping in search of a mirror, then you need to contact a service station for a replacement. To this may be added the selection of a suitable tone of paint, the search for a place where it will be painted correctly for you.
There are also breakdowns that occur inside the mechanism of the mirror itself, which is why it may not fold or be adjusted. Repair of such breakdowns can be done on your own, for which you need to remove it from the car and follow the following instructions:
To remove the rear side view device from the door, you must carefully snap off or unscrew the triangle-shaped headset from the back of the door. Usually it is kept on small bolts, in new cars on one or two latches.
Next, you need to unscrew the bolts that fix the connector for connecting the side mirror.
Disconnect the contacts that connected the mirror engine to the car's on-board system and carefully remove the block.
Wash the removed part and wipe dry.
Rinse and dry all parts. It is quite natural that a lot of dirt and dust collected on them during the ride. Next, you have to check all connections by dialing and repair the damage. The contacts could burn out, it often also happens that during the movement of the planes or their adoption of the final position (folded or unfolded), the contacts moved away from each other, and the reverse movement could no longer be performed. Pay attention to fuses, since there are usually two of them in such devices, each is responsible for a specific action.
Repair of the motor of the side mirrors is carried out according to the nature of the breakdown, but usually it is limited to soldering or replacing the fuses. Next, it is important to assemble the block:
Install the working engine in the block and fix it with bolts.
Next, fix the mechanism for the movement of the plane of the mirrors.
If heating was not previously installed, then it is at this stage that it can be installed. Please note that if installing heating, be sure to use silicone sealant for fixing, which is more resistant to high temperatures and will not melt from heat.
Cover everything with a plastic plate, tighten the central bolt.
Glue a mirror sheet onto the sealant.
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After completing the repair, we return to the iron horse and return to the place, the repaired side rear-view mirror. Do not forget to check the performance of the part during the assembly process, also check this moment after installing the mirrors on the car.
The main selection criterion will probably be the size of the monitor:
- A monitor up to 4 inches is well suited for motorists who only need a high-quality view from the rear-view mirror.
- A monitor from 4 to 6 inches assumes that the mirror has additional video connectors, into which you can connect third-party devices, for example, video recorders. As a rule, mirrors are equipped with touch controls, remote controls.
- A monitor over 6 inches is a full-fledged TV in your car with all the capabilities of a modern monitor.
Buy rear-view mirrors is most often recommended complete with cameras or parking sensors. There are mirrors with GPS navigation, built-in video recorder, bluetooth, FM modules. Some mirrors are equipped with a TV tuner and are capable of broadcasting terrestrial TV channels in systems PAL and NTSC.
An auto-dimming mirror is a good choice. In low visibility, they automatically react to the glare of the headlights and dim them, which will have a beneficial effect on the comfort and safety of driving.
Among other things, a rear-view mirror with a monitor is also a stylish car accessory!
The devices are powered by connecting them to the car cigarette lighter socket. The installation, configuration and connection itself does not require special knowledge and can be implemented independently.
The development of automotive electronics has allowed the creation of many systems that provide the driver with the necessary data in real time. In addition, today both the driver and his passengers, if necessary, can use any means of communication (telephone, Internet) and even have fun on the road (films, games).
One of these devices can be considered a rear-view mirror with a monitor. By installing it, the driver gets an excellent view of the most problematic (rear) part of the car. Mounting is done instead of a standard mirror using the supplied bracket.
Therefore, when buying, do not forget to specify the make of your car! The monitor will broadcast information from any connected car gadgets. For example, from a rear view camera, which will allow the driver not to be distracted by the instruments while performing the necessary maneuvers.
The navigator in the mirror does not attract attention at all, unlike the standard version. It looks like a mirror. Nobody cares about your rearview mirror. Thus, there is no need to permanently remove the equipment, on the contrary, provide it with a permanent place to live.
In order not to spoil the appearance of the car interior, we suggest using the services of our professional installers, who will neatly let all the cables down without leaving a single hint that where the mirror is, there is also a navigator.
The rearview mirror with built-in navigator also has a rear-entry display
Due to the video input, a rear-view mirror with a built-in navigator in some models displays a picture while reversing. You do not need to manually switch to this mode, since everything happens automatically immediately after engaging reverse gear.
By the way, some drivers claim that this type of navigator can interfere with the rear view - this is not at all the case.The developers have tried their best, having thought through everything in the smallest detail. All you need is to correctly mount the device and enjoy a comfortable ride. Since the GPS navigator is located in the rear-view mirror, it will not only allow you not to be distracted from the course, but also provide the necessary visibility without restrictions.
What characteristics should a navigator in a rear-view mirror have?
First of all, when choosing this type of navigator, you need to take into account the size of the diagonal, since the navigator in the rear-view mirror should not only clearly have the parameters of a standard mirror, but also guarantee the fastest possible reading of data. Ideally, a navigator should provide information without gazing intently at the screen. The most optimal option is considered to be a diagonal of more than 4.3 inches. By the way, some models presented on the site also have multimedia support, while the screen size will be slightly larger.
A rear-view mirror with a built-in navigator is an ideal solution that allows you to "kill two birds with one stone": get a high-quality view of the movement from behind and observe the deviations of the navigator.
An important nuance in choosing such an assistant is the screen resolution, it should be at least 480x272. Ideally - 800x480, while the higher the resolution, the clearer the picture will be.
You can find the system version Windows CE 5. 0., so if you decide to install additional programs, you can safely not hesitate. With the help of the car speaker system, you can listen to the soundtrack of the navigator in the mirror and music by connecting the device through an FM transmitter. By the way, with regard to the choice of battery capacity, this factor can be omitted. Now, if you needed such a navigator for a trip to the forest, that's another matter. In this case, the correct connection of the device will always serve as a guarantor of its 100% charge.
The navigator is mounted in the rear-view mirror directly to the salon mirror on special adjustable attachments. Some models are already built into a special mirror frame, which provides for quick installation and high-quality image viewing, both on the mirror and on the device itself. In terms of aesthetics, the GPS navigator in the rearview mirror elegantly complements the interior.
Indulge in the novelty and forget about the problems of using the navigator due to its inconvenient placement on the torpedo or windshield.
The navigator in the mirror is the optimal solution for every occasion. The innovative development has already attracted many supporters who appreciated the high quality of the equipment and its compactness.
The reversing camera is a popular parking aid to make reversing parking easier. But to use the car camcorder, you need a car monitor with a TFT screen.
Appointment .
Installation .
The universal version is installed on top of the standard one and looks like this:
. Principle of operation .
Surface specularity .
When you see this mirror for the first time, you will not immediately determine the location of the built-in screen. This is a sign of quality.
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