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How to Remove the Wing Mirror on a Volkswagen Golf 6

Model: Volkswagen Golf MK 6, Golf VI, Golf 6, 5K1 - Years 2008-2012
Part: Side mirror

How do you remove the external wing mirror on a Volkswagen Golf 6? Let’s see in this video how to proceed. Using a plastic or rubber lever: pry between the perimeter of the mirror frame and the mirror glass. Pry until the glass detaches from the mirror; this operation is very delicate as the glass or the mirror itself could break. Once the damaged mirror glass is removed: disconnect the power connector of the glass, press the locking clips to detach the mirror cover. Unscrew the fastening screws of the plastic parts of the mirror cap and remove it from the door. Fit the new mirror with the attached glass.

Updated on 10 March 2026 by ScegliAuto

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To remove the front bumper of the Citroën C4 Picasso, you need to take out all the rivets and screws that secure the piece to its housing: these screws are located inside the wheel arches of the front wheels and at the central upper part of the bumper itself. Once all these fastening elements have been removed, you can detach the bumper from its seat by disconnecting the connectors inside and then insert the new replacement part. The new part can then be secured and connected properly, ensuring it is correctly fixed in place.

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