How to Remove the Rain Guard Film from the Rearview Mirror?
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The methods to remove the rain guard film from the rearview mirror are: 1. Use a warm air blower or hairdryer to heat the rain guard film and then peel it off directly; 2. Locate the edge of the rain guard film at the corner of the rearview mirror and slowly peel it off. The adjustment methods for rearview mirrors are divided into: external adjustment and internal adjustment. Based on installation position, they are categorized as: interior rearview mirror, exterior rearview mirror, and under-mirror. The adjustment methods for rearview mirrors are: 1. Adjust the horizon reflection in the center rearview mirror to the middle of the mirror, and the reflection of the right ear to the left edge of the mirror; 2. Adjust the horizon reflection in the rearview mirror to the middle of the mirror, and the reflection of the left side of the car body to occupy one-fourth of the right side of the mirror; 3. Adjust the horizon reflection in the rearview mirror to two-thirds of the mirror's height, and the reflection of the right side of the car body to occupy one-fourth of the left side of the mirror.
I also have a rain guard film on my car, which started causing issues after prolonged use, so I needed to remove it carefully. I used a hairdryer to heat the film surface for a few minutes to soften the adhesive, then gently peeled it starting from the edges with a plastic scraper or credit card. Remember, never use metal tools as they can easily scratch the mirror. After removing the film, I had to deal with the leftover adhesive—I tried rubbing alcohol or essential balm, wiping it clean with a soft cloth. The whole process took me about half an hour because patience is key; rushing might damage it. Before applying a new film, it's best to clean the mirror surface with a dry cloth to avoid dust. DIY-ing this was quite satisfying, but I recommend doing it on a sunny day when humidity is lower for easier handling.
