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Old Jun 6, 2013 | 09:07 AM
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Hello all.... I have a strange spot in my side mirror and would like to know if anyone knows what is causing it? Loss of coating? Faulty heating? I am attaching a photo.
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Old Jun 6, 2013 | 01:06 PM
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If you notice at night, these mirrors automatically tint if the driver behind you has excessively bright lights. They are called "electrochromic." What you're seeing is the thin-film coating (think calculator display) peeling off for an unknown reason. It could have been because of a faulty mirror heater. You're going to have to replace it. Sorry!
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Old Jun 8, 2013 | 10:35 PM
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Verify what caused the issue but you should be able to just change the glass. You should not have to replace the entire assembly.
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