RavenMDX

Can somebody post a guide and nice large pics or video on how to remove the plastic side mirror covers on a W204?

I found a guide in this forum on how to remove the side mirrors (thanks!) but now I need to know how to remove the side mirror covers. I am replacing the covers with the 2010+ models (only the outer plastic part)

as shown here
http://www.ebay.ca/itm/190517128593

Thanks alot

xXHotelCrazyXx

There's a diy somewhere here, ive seen it

RavenMDX

Hi, thanks I've seen your video but that is for the removal of the side mirror. Ideally, I would like to see a video on how to remove the side mirror plastic cover.

The only DYI I've seen on this has very small pics and not easy to understand.

Thanks

Matt-erhorn

It's super easy. Adjust your mirrors so the glass won't be in the way of pulling the cover upwards. There is a "bar" on the bottom back edge of the mirror that you will want to pull towards you. Ounce you pulled that towards the back of the car then lift it upwards.

Sorry it's hard to explain it, I can try and do pics or a video later if you still need help.

RavenMDX

Hi Matt,

Thanks alot for this. Yes I would prefer pics (or even better a video) just so I don't make a mistake. Its my first benz and don't want to break anything

Willing to donate $ if you make a video.

Cheers

Matt-erhorn

Lol I can try and do that for later, and no need to donate its not hard for me to make once I can find some time. Don't worry it's my first car so you can imagine how scared I was of breaking the thing.

RavenMDX

LOL yeah I can understand that, that is my fear

Cheers

Matt-erhorn

Well I got around to doing it today, sorry if I spoke too fast or had poor angles. I've done plenty of iPhone tutorials but never a car one so I was super nervous.
Hope this helps

aamirani

Good video Matt

Matt-erhorn

Thanks I just hope it was easy enough to understand for the OP and anyone who needs help with it.

RavenMDX

Awesome thanks Mat!!! this will definitely help me

I have the slightly bigger 2009 side mirrors but I assume its the same process? What I find very interesting in your video is that there's no need to remove the side mirrors to change the cover? wow

What I'm really confused about is that on the original side mirror cover replacement thread, members are saying to remove the side mirror completely to do the change. If you can shed some light on this?

https://mbworld.org/forums/c-class-w...s-139-a-3.html



Thanks again
Raven

Matt-erhorn

Hmm I can't speak for the original ones but I've looked at some pictures and they look like they're one cohesive unit as well. Meaning it's likely that its the same process if not it looks like the black plastic closest to the rear, comes off on its own. Take that with a grain of salt though since I've only done the current style mirrors. But good luck with your mod!

MB4

Hi Matt-ehorn, not sure if I missed it or not....where did you buy the blk replacement mirror covers? Also, i just purchased a C300 and was curious who or how did you do the following:
1. Plastidip Lower blk front fascia and 2. Vinyl blk wrapped roof? Thanks in advance for your comments. Thanks - Stefan

Matt-erhorn

Thanks. They are OEM Mirror housings from the dealership. And my front lower fascia I did myself with plasti dip. The roof was vinyl wrapped by Don Nguyen. Feel free to ask any other questions.

MB4

Thanks for the super quick reply Matt-ehorn. Assuming the OEM mirror housings were painted not primed? Cost if u don't mind me asking? Also, plasti dip any links to what this is? I'm assuming Don Nguyen is out West and a local guy? I heard of 3M scotchprint tape is that what Don is using? I live in Kansas City not sure if Don has contacts out this way? Thanks again for the quick replies. Cheers - Stefan

Matt-erhorn

1) Thanks they are painted so long as you tell your dealer that they are the accessory black mirrors and not replacement parts. They are listed at $150 per set. I'm putting the parts number below as well.

2) Plasti dip is a rubber coating that is applied like a spray paint. It can be found at many home improvement stores like Home Depot, lowes, ace, etc or places like amazon. One nice thing about it is that it requires no prep work other than a clean and dry area. The best part is it protects your paint and can be removed at any time. I'm putting a link below to dip your car. Which is a company that sells all different types of it and some great tutorials.

3) Yeah sorry Don is a guy here in SoCal. The vinyl used was 3M in Gloss Black. I'm not sure if he has any recommendations but many tint places can also do vinyl wrap.

Mirror part number - A2128100079
Dip Your Car - http://www.youtube.com/user/DipYourCarcom

If you have any more questions don't hesitate to ask.

MB4

Hi Matt, Many thanks! That is pretty cool....Plasti dip! I will check with the shop that did my window tinting about vinyl wrapping. Again, if u don't mind sharing what did that cost? Merci - Stefan

Matt-erhorn

The vinyl wrap was about $175 but that may vary just based on your shops labor prices.

MB4

Thanks Matt. All the best!

Matt-erhorn

No problem! Feel free to message me with any other questions down the road

Quiksilver

Great Video Tutorial Matt!

MB4

Hi Matt, A different topic.......any recommendations for the rear roof spoiler ? I just tried Jbs speed but they couldn't guarantee the paint code match for my polar white C Class. Heard anything about iDcars ? Thanks in advance - MB4 (aka Stefan)

Matt-erhorn

Unfortunately I haven't heard of anything about them but I also haven't looked. So I can't really say that I know about one certain place to find one. But I know many people on here have roof spoilers and would be willing to help. Best of luck though. -Matt

MB4

Thanks Matt. Appreciate the quick reply.

jiajiun.sia

hi ,i am new here my w204 was 08"side mirror different with 12 year,how i remove my side mirror??