Mathmik

Ok I decided that i want to start doing some cosmetic mods to my car. Can anyone point me in the right direction for disassembling my side mirrors. I would like to have the turn signals tinted. I have an 07 CLS63.

juicee63

PM Kevin M. he may have some insight, I have no idea how to do this. I did my side markers easily. Mirrors left clear

mcma1

the first bit that needs to come off is the mirror insert. With a little force this will pop off from the tilt and turn motor and then disconnect the heating wires. Then you will see the screws holding the cover in place. Remove these and disconnect the indicator plug. The mirror cover will now slide off ( there are a few clips so it needs a firm push at the start ), If you need the painted mount cover separate you have to completely disassemble the motor section. I will post some pics later for you. I have put the 09 style on but I am going to get the old covers wrapped in CF.

mcma1

Ok, First you need to remove the mirror insert from the tilt and turn mechanism. Tilt it fully so that you can get your fingers in behind. With a little force it will pop off. Then disconnect the heating wires.


Now remove the 3 screws which hold the tilt and turn motor and disconnect the green plug.



Now remove the 5 screws and disconnect the indictor plug.


Unlike the new 09 mirrors the main cover is 2 parts. The piece that surrounds the glass will just lift out now.


The internals will now slide out in the direction shown. It takes a little bit of twisting and as you slide it you will notice a bung holding the bulb for the downlight. Remove this and continue to slide the internals out.


Finally remove the 2 screws and slide the indicator out. The downlight is just held by 1 clip and will pop out also.

If you need the base plate cover free you have to disassemble the motor section.

Thats the cover free. I have sent my covers to www.carbonskin.co.uk to get CF wrapped as these are spare now. I have seen these guys work before and its top class. If it works out i will sent the new 09 covers and my rear spoiler.

Good luck

mcma1

hmmm, CF covers and the indicators tinted... on a black car i think that would look great, I think thats why the new 09 mirrors are so good as the indicators are heavily tinted. Another dull day in Ireland

Mathmik

Man your a life saver. But with all that is involved i'm not sure I want to do it now..... I will keep you posted.

mcma1

its a 10min job, go for it!. How were you planning to tint the signal part? Paint? Film?

Mathmik

Theres a guy who does it cheap and does a good job. He Paints it. heres the website is you interested.

http://www.jonstintedtails.com

mcma1

tinted or not tinted? What do you think looks best, Having the covers in CF may sway the decision.

dyno

you know, if you begin with tinting something ...

then you are forced to go on with everything


ps: that writeup was great

Mathmik

Thats looking hot! My CLS is silver and I think it will look just fine!!!

mcma1

i used savage tint spray myself, very good. takes a few coats but, take ur time and its a bargin! and i have a good trick to remove it if you dont like the results!

jikjak

thats a mean looking pic of the front of your car.

does the OEM 09 grill come in chrome as in your pic, or did u modify it?
post more pics of it pls.

also how much did the grill cost you if u dont mind me asking.

mcma1

Thats the standard finish on the grille, it cost me $375 from the dealer. It fits fine long the top but the botton 2 clips are different, but with the top in place it holds firm.

Mathmik

So where did you purchase the Tint Paint?

mcma1

ebay, this one is good as you dont need a clear coat on top.

jikjak

thanks! it looks more aggressive with that grill.
would u happen to know the part number?

mcma1

ya, its A 219 880 13 83. I agree, i think its the best grille for the AMG.

jikjak

thanks very much!
im gonna have to give it a shot.
i hope it looks just as good on a white colored car!

mcma1

if I could I would swap my car for a white one tomo! none in the UK. Good luck, I think its gonna look sweet.

jikjak

ill post pics when i get one in my hands!
thanks again for the info and pic of your car.

jikjak

mcma1: my grill arrived today but there seems to be a bit of a gap on the bottom. basically the gap ruins the look and u can clearly see the tabs where the OEM 55 grill latches on to.
did u shave any of the tabs down there so that it would sit more flush?

if u can post some more close up shots that would be great as well!

jikjak

well i found a simple solution to the problem.
i took some vinyl wrap that is the same shiny black as the grill and cut it to match the area that used to be covered by the OEM 55 grill. now it looks pretty good. the gap and the tabs are no hidden.

here is a camera phone pic. please dont mind the ugly placement of my front plate. got ticketed a couple of times and the holes to screw in the bracket are already filled in. its going to be relocated soon.

mcma1

I have never noticed this gap, maybe its not so apparent on a black car? I will have a closer look in daylight. Def looks the part mate!

khelawanb

2009 grille looks sweet