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Rear View Mirror Replacement 2016 KIA Forte

2017 KIA Forte

I brought A new passenger rear view mirror and it wont plug all the way in. I’ve tried different ways. What am I doing wrong?


HOW TO REPLACE MIRROR


REMOVAL

Warning: Put on gloves to protect your hands.
When prying with a flat tip screwdriver, wrap it with protective tape, and apply protective tape around related components, to prevent damage.
Take care not to scratch body surface.

  1. Remove front door quadrant inner cover, using a screwdriver or remover.
  2. Disconnect outside rear view mirror connector (B), Fig. 1.
  3. Remove mounting bolts, then remove outside rear view mirror (A), Fig. 1.

INSTALLATION

Reverse removal procedure to install.
Ensure connector is connected properly.
Replace any damaged retainers.

Outside rearview mirror removal
Fig. 1  Outside rearview mirror removal