Passenger mirror not opening and closing now

[Astonmannow]

Before I start taking some bits of the car (which I am a bit reluctant to do), I know some people have said about spraying some lubricant, around the mirror itself first.

Where do I do this?

Photos attached.

[EVR]

Would go with some abundant silicon-based lubricant (with the thin sprayer) wherever it can enter the arm mechanism.

[paulrog1]

Look at this, seems to be a common problem.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oCsjj13kdxM

[LTP]

paulrog1 said:

Look at this, seems to be a common problem.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oCsjj13kdxM

It would have been better if he'd demonstrated rather then described how he released the clips.

Then there was the impact of the handle of his ratchet onto the door paint at 8:57

[Go60 Jay]

As above, there is no art or elegance to it. Just squirt it where it hinges and wipe off the excess amount. See if it works straight away. Possibly it might need a gentle helping hand but don’t force it.

Good luck.
John

[Import]

Thanks Paulrog…that was worth watching..more to it than you might expect…

[Astonmannow]

Thanks all for the suggestions. Will get to spraying today as the ☀️ is out again.

[Astonmannow]

Just sprayed in the gaps and wiped off any excess. Mirror now back to working order. Many thanks for the tips.

[Go60 Jay]

Awesome. I love a cheap win, especially when it’s one I’ve done myself, lol.

Nice one.

John