Mirror problems
MBWorld Fanatic!
Joined: Jan 2004
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From: Seattle WA
99 E320
yup, like Plutoe implied, it's the electro photochromatic ectoplasm which is losing its chemical structure. be careful, if it leaks onto your paint, it may cause problems for the finish. so be sure to check the seal surrounding the perimeter of the mirror
i seem to recall one frugal person took the rubber seal off and cleaned off the ectoplasm and sealed it back and saved having to buy a new mirror surface.
you can also buy aftermarket ones for about $20-ish
check the CHEAT SHEET under "mirror "
i seem to recall one frugal person took the rubber seal off and cleaned off the ectoplasm and sealed it back and saved having to buy a new mirror surface.
you can also buy aftermarket ones for about $20-ish
check the CHEAT SHEET under "mirror "
Senior Member
Joined: Jan 2010
Posts: 301
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1997 E300D
yup, like Plutoe implied, it's the electro photochromatic ectoplasm which is losing its chemical structure. be careful, if it leaks onto your paint, it may cause problems for the finish. so be sure to check the seal surrounding the perimeter of the mirror
i seem to recall one frugal person took the rubber seal off and cleaned off the ectoplasm and sealed it back and saved having to buy a new mirror surface.
you can also buy aftermarket ones for about $20-ish
check the CHEAT SHEET under "mirror "
i seem to recall one frugal person took the rubber seal off and cleaned off the ectoplasm and sealed it back and saved having to buy a new mirror surface.
you can also buy aftermarket ones for about $20-ish
check the CHEAT SHEET under "mirror "
MBWorld Fanatic!
Joined: Jan 2004
Posts: 5,942
Likes: 178
From: Seattle WA
99 E320
i missed typing a few words. the aftermarket ones are heated but not autodim.
hard to find autodim outside of MB. i managed to get complete new covers,
motor, and mirrors..both sides...for $80 by keeping an eye out on the MB forums
when folks are parting out.
