This article introduces how to install the "door mirror cover," which features a subtle fin design and a matte carbon-fiber look for a sporty feel.
Vehicle used: MAZDA3
Product details can be found below.
[MAZDA3[Product Information by Vehicle Model]
Estimated installation time:0.5h
Difficulty: ★★☆☆☆
- For vehicles with a body coating, remove the double-sided tape from the application area using paint polishing compound.
If the pack primer spills outside the designated area or gets on a place other than the designated area during application, wipe it off immediately.
After applying the pack primer, leave at room temperature.10Allow it to dry for about a minute before proceeding to the next step.
- To enhance the adhesive strength of the double-sided tape, the work environment15℃Please proceed under the above conditions. Also,15℃If installing as described below, please use a hairdryer or heat gun to warm the double-sided tape before proceeding.
• The adhesive strength will decrease if the product is peeled off after being applied, so please do not peel it off after it has been pressed down.
After attaching,twenty fourPlease do not wash your car within the specified time.
• This article describes the procedure for the passenger side only. Please perform the same procedure on the driver's side.
■Components
Parts cleaner
Degreasing cloth(paper rags or cloth rags)
Masking tape or duct tape
Masking tape
Temporarily place the door mirror cover onto the vehicle's door mirror.
Apply masking tape to the end of the dividing line of the door mirror cover.
Next, remove the main unit and clean and degrease the area on the vehicle body where the double-sided tape is attached using parts cleaner.
Apply pack primer to the degreased area and leave at room temperature for approximately10Let it dry for 1 minute.
②Determine the mounting location.
Back of the door mirror coverRemove the release paper from the edge of the double-sided tape by approximately30mmRemove it. Fold the tape over to the surface and temporarily secure it with masking tape.
At that time, remove all of the release paper from the double-sided tape in the center of the back of the door mirror cover.
Temporarily place the door mirror cover onto the vehicle's door mirror. When doing so, align it with the edge of the painted area of the vehicle's door mirror and adjust the position so that the painted area is hidden.
③ Install the door mirror cover.
While firmly holding the main unit to prevent it from shifting position, peel off the release paper from the double-sided tape in the order shown in the video, and then press it down firmly.
Finally, remove all the masking tape used for positioning.
Perform the same procedure on the driver's side, and the job is complete!
These door mirror covers feature subtle fin details and an attractive matte carbon fiber-like finish.
When installed together with the A-pillar garnish, which is released at the same time,firmIt will give you a stylish finish.
Please consider it.