How to Remove the Side Mirror Cover of Hyundai Elantra?
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Modern Elantra side mirror cover removal tutorial is as follows: 1. First, handle the mirror glass by pressing the head of the glass with your hand to make the tail lift, then grab the tail with your hand and pull it outward forcefully to remove the glass. 2. After removing the glass, if it has a mirror heating function, you also need to unplug the wire of the heating pad. If not, skip this step. 3. Unscrew the screws located at the edge. 4. There are also screws at the bottom of the mirror, which should be unscrewed as well. 5. Next is the middle part of the mirror; there are screws fixed underneath the part, which should also be unscrewed. 6. There are hidden screws that need to be unscrewed as well. After unscrewing, the middle part can be removed. The basic removal of the side mirror is now complete.
To remove the Hyundai Elantra side mirror cover, I always recommend finding a quiet place first, preparing a plastic pry tool and a small screwdriver to avoid scratching the car paint with metal tools. Start from the edge of the mirror and gently pry open the clips—there are usually three or four fixed clips, so don’t force it or they might break. Once the clips are loose, slowly lift the cover upward. Check if the mirror has wiring for heating functionality—if there are wires, don’t pull them, as this can easily damage the entire mirror. After removal, it’s easier to clean internal dust or replace the cover. I’ve done this myself a few times and felt like DIY saved me hundreds in repair costs, but patience is key. Once done, don’t forget to close the mirror and test if it works properly. If anything feels off, stop immediately and check online tutorials or visit a repair shop—safety comes first. This job isn’t too hard but requires attention to detail.
