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Remove the Mirror from the VW Golf 5

Model: Volkswagen Golf MK 5, Golf 5, Golf V - Years 2003-2008
Part: Side mirror

Is the mirror of the wing mirror broken? Remove the damaged mirror from the wing mirror of the Golf 5. Leverage between the perimeter of the mirror frame and the mirror itself. Pry until the plastic parts of the mirror holder detach from the wing mirror. Use a screwdriver to remove the screws to disconnect the cover of the wing mirror if it is damaged. Replace the damaged part with a new one. Ensure the plastic clips snap into the supports of the mounting base. Secure the plastic in the external wing mirror of the Golf 5.

Updated on 20 March 2026 by ScegliAuto

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