How to Rehang a Rear View Mirror

People may not realize how indispensable a rearview mirror is until it has fallen off. Luckily, rehanging a mirror is a quick process. Auto repair stores stock rearview mirror hanging kits. When you start the process, park your car outside when it isn't raining and while the air temperature is between 50 and 75 degrees. The moderate temperature will ensure that your glue can dry and set correctly. Follow the directions in your kit, but it doesn't hurt to give the glue extra time to set before applying the rearview mirror.

• 1

  Remove the original glass button from the windshield.

• 2

  Mark the location of the glue residue from the original metal button on the outside of the windshield with a dry-erase marker. This gives you a point of reference for rehanging the rearview mirror

• 3

  Clean the last of the glue residue with a razor and then wipe off the glass with a clean cloth and glass cleaner

• 4

  Follow the directions in your rehanging kit.

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  Apply the glue or epoxy to your button.

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  Place the metal button inside the windshield where you marked the original placement on the outside.

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  Hold firmly for two or three minutes.

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  Allow to dry completely according to directions. Extra time for drying can be helpful.

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  Reattach the rearview mirror.

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  Wipe off the mark you made for your reference.