There are times when you are driving on the road and you are inadvertently hit by another car which can cause damage to your side mirror. These are important items that you cannot drive without since they serve a very important safety purpose. It allows the driver to see the side area of the car; an area that is often out of the main vision. The side mirrors let the driver decide what directions to take and what moves to do next.
It is quite easy to fix the problem of a broken side mirror. Usually it is a matter of replacing the broken glass or the entire thing itself. You can get the replacement glass from a store that specializes in auto parts. This is commonly available after three working days and can cost up to $20.
If you are repairing the side mirror yourself, you should be careful when you take out the broken glass pieces. Make sure that all glue that is left behind is completely removed.
Once you have obtained the replacement glass, take some silicone and place it onto the plate. Do opt for the generic silicone brands since these harden faster compared to the premium ones which are also more expensive.
Take the new mirror and press it onto the plate gently. Leave the mirror in to dry but while you are doing this you should keep it in place with some masking tape. Usually the silicone will take about four hours to completely dry.
After the silicone has dried, remove the masking tape and clean the mirror to remove any specks and fingerprints.
Replacing your side mirror right away can help to keep you from accidents that might occur in the future. You can go for a professional to help you with this but it is also a project that you can do by yourself.
