Rearview mirror mounting button

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11-29-2009, 09:17 AM
teddy

Rearview mirror mounting button

Sorry if this is a stupid question. I have a 2006 Honda Ridgeline and I want to remove the rearview mirror mounting button from the windshield. I thought about heating it but was afraid I would trash the windshield. I assume this is glued on like most vehicles. Anyone have any ideas on safely removing this device? :o
11-29-2009, 09:52 AM
BigTruckDriver

I would not heat it because you could crack the whole windsheild. Try some acetone with some q-tips.
11-29-2009, 11:25 AM
Mike52

Teddy, find a windshield replacement company near you, ask them what they use when they replace one.

Mike
11-29-2009, 03:09 PM
teddy

Thanks guys!
11-30-2009, 01:31 PM
Mike52

Quote:

Originally Posted by Evolvo

When I got my rear view from the pic-a-part I just put a flat blade screw driver against the side of the "button" and tapped it with a hammer. It popped right off with no damage to the glass.

Yeah, but at the pic-a-part you weren't trying to save a high dollar windshield, it's always easier when there is nothing to lose. :D
11-30-2009, 01:50 PM
rspears

I've seen several references to applying heat with a hair dryer or a heat gun on low setting while gripping the base with pliers, applying a slight twisting motion. No open flame - too much heat too fast. Acetone is also mentioned as an alternative, and that is the "special solvent" they sell in the auto departments - paper towel below, acetone above to let it seep into the joint like penetrating oil.
11-30-2009, 02:04 PM
teddy

Quote:

Originally Posted by rspears

I've seen several references to applying heat with a hair dryer or a heat gun on low setting while gripping the base with pliers, applying a slight twisting motion. No open flame - too much heat too fast. Acetone is also mentioned as an alternative, and that is the "special solvent" they sell in the auto departments - paper towel below, acetone above to let it seep into the joint like penetrating oil.

I think I'll try the heat gun set at low first. If that doesn't work, I'll try the acetone. I hate to use acetone because it can really mess up the dash if it happens to drip. I'll cover everything real good if it come to that.

This is a Honda Ridgeline and I assume it is glued on.

thanks guys.