Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror Removal/Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2018 Mazda 6. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE:

There are two types of auto-dimming rearview mirror. Verify the auto-dimming rearview mirror shape before performing the procedures.

Fig 1: Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror (Type A And B)

Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.

Disconnect the negative battery terminal. (See NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL DISCONNECTION/CONNECTION .)
Remove the sensor cover. (See SENSOR COVER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
Disconnect the auto-dimming rearview mirror connector.

Fig 2: Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror Connector (Type A And B)
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
Move the mirror base cap in the direction of the arrow and remove it.

Fig 3: Moving Mirror Base Cap
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
Loosen the screw.

Fig 4: Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror And Screw With Torque Specification
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
Remove the wiring harness from the bracket, (type B)

Fig 5: Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror, Wiring Harness And Bracket
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
Remove the auto-dimming rearview mirror in the direction of the arrow shown in the figure below.

Fig 6: Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
Install in the reverse order of removal.