How to remove the rearview mirror of the X-Trail?
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The interior rearview mirror of the X-Trail can be removed by simply pinching the cylinder behind the mirror and rotating it counterclockwise by 45 degrees. For the exterior rearview mirror, first remove the door trim, then detach the inner cover of the mirror, and finally remove the fixing screws. Additional relevant information is as follows: 1. Interior rearview mirror: The interior rearview mirror is a vehicle-mounted mirror designed to allow the driver to confirm the rear situation without significantly altering their forward line of sight. 2. Exterior rearview mirror: Passenger cars generally mount the exterior rearview mirror on the door. In Japan, some vehicles also mount it on the fender. 3. Undermirror: The undermirror enables the driver to see areas outside the front and rear wheels beneath the car body through the mirror directly in front of the driver's seat. This helps the driver check for people or obstacles near the wheels and the sides of the car when reversing or starting forward, preventing injuries, damage to objects, or vehicle harm, thus providing convenience and safety to the driver.
Removing the Nissan X-Trail's side mirror is actually not difficult, and I've done it several times myself. First, park the car in a quiet place, turn off the engine, and disconnect the negative battery terminal to prevent short circuits. Open the door and lower the window completely for easier access. Use a plastic pry tool to gently remove the interior trim panel below the mirror—avoid metal tools to prevent scratches. You'll see several mounting screws; use a Phillips screwdriver to remove them. Be careful with the wiring connector attached to the mirror; unplug it gently without pulling too hard. Some X-Trail models have power-folding mirrors, so adjust them to the folded position before removal to avoid breakage. Once everything is undone, the mirror can be removed. When reinstalling, reverse the steps: first reconnect the wiring, then tighten the screws, and finally reattach the trim panel. The whole process takes no more than 20 minutes, but beginners should watch a video tutorial first to avoid damaging any parts—after all, a new mirror can cost hundreds of dollars. Regularly checking for mirror looseness can prevent bigger issues.