How To Repair a Rear View Mirror On Most Vehicles

This video shows you how to repair a rear view mirror. My rear-view mirror fell off the windshield in my 1988 Ford Bronco so I bought a Permatex Rearview Mirror Adhesive kit and fixed it. It was really easy.
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[@kimhart4696]

Thanks so much for this video and explaining each step thoroughly. I'm a single woman (40) who still relies on my dad but sometimes he's too busy. It's great to find such a helpful video so I can fix my mirror all by myself! Much appreciated from SC!

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

I am glad it helped Kim.

[@lynettehodges5308]

Thank you so much. I am a women trying to replace the mirror on a 1950 roadster and thanks to you it worked . First time. So thank you so much

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

You are welcome. Cool car

[@kimt-hill3760]

Thank you so much for this video! I was looking up estimates and was told I could expect to pay between $135 to $200 and another person I called said they may have to take the windshield out. I found your video and purchased the adhesive for less than $3 and I needed a special tool to unscrew the button. That was less than $2. So again, thank you so much for this video.

[@jakecrib9971]

Thanks for an informative and entertaining how to video. You did great at presenting it and followed the steps precisely. Very helpful !

[@kittymeowmeow3892]

Thank you so much for this video, I’m the worst at anything car related! This eased my anxiety about fixing this! Thank you!

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

I'm glad it helped.

[@steffendass4169]

I just bought the Permatex RV mirror adhesive kit yesterday. Great video, thank you for posting!

[@rjmcmikejr]

I just bought a 89 Ford Taurus SHO and the rear view mirror was just hanging out in the back seat and I had no idea how to re mount it. This video was probably the best one I’ve seen, thank you!

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

Glad I could help

[@amberechols3794]

This video made it so easy! Thank you!!!

[@amethystdowling5233]

Thank you I know nothing about cars and this helps!

[@amethystdowling5233]

I*

[@FrankZen]

This was spot on what I was looking for. Going to do this this week! Thanks!

[@nhoss5784]

This plus the instructions on the product we’re a life saver. Thank you for your work!

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

Happy to help!

[@austinbastida-ramos962]

This video is awesome! Thank you for your help and appreciate your channel!

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

Happy to help!

[@dominicfong6341]

Thank you sir for mentioning about the different button sizes, I used to think it was one-size-fits-all.

[@inthewoodswithbigfoot3941]

That's a crazy coincidence! I am going to be doing that to my "98 Expedition today. I've done it before, back in the 90's, but it's just cool that you uploaded this one today! LOL!!! Great job Brother!

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

Good luck

[@jamesafenton]

You're awesome. Thank you!

[@mikecustenborder3991]

So far so good. It worked yesterday. Let's see how long?

[@j.a6718]

This video saved the day. Appreciate the insight. 🤙🏾

[@SwingFatima]

Thank you very much this was so informative! Loved it

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

You are so welcome!

[@the2pachistorian591]

Thanks boss. Great video bryan

[@MC22Scott]

Thank You sooo much! I thought my kit was missing something when it said "button." Your video was clear and concise. I truly feel prepared! Big hugs from Sandy Springs, GA!

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

Glad it helped!

[@j.darrel517]

Thank you, this video was very helpful.

[@zzoinks]

Thank you I will try it.

[@brookewilson275]

Thank you for this video! I'm 23 years old and don't like to ask for help so I just do everything myself so this helps me out!

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

You are so welcome!

[@BibleStudent4U]

Bryan, great video has always and very instructive. Don't listen to those who say you ramble too much. One lesson I learned is what others think depends more on their mindset than it does on you. Keep making videos the way you always have!

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

I know no other way

[@FrankZen]

Exactly. It's spot on!

[@FlightSim2703]

Thanks so much for the information, I purchased your recommended glue, and it bonded the mirror wonderful as you instructed. Thank you. 🥰🙏

[@idowuajayi3041]

Thanks. Helpful video

[@701765]

I've got an 89 Bronco V6. He is the best thing ever!

[@Heavenlyfilmpro]

Praise the Lord. Great video

[@kalicodacrucialone8634]

Thanks man this video was very helpful for me. I would have glued it without the metal piece if I wouldn't watched.

[@jhoannaperidocarmona2367]

Its very helpful, im fixing my rear view mirror right now with permatex i bought at autozone. Thank you

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

I'm glad it helped.

[@andrewdille9796]

I am going to try this today. I will also add with rubber gloves to make certain my fingers to no touch the critical surfaces. Great video.

[@JT-gq8wv]

Nicely Done. Thanks.

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

Thanks. I appreciate it.

[@adambarczi6305]

Super instructional video...even with little English knowledge, I got the point

[@justatruckdriver9809]

Thank our Lord you really help me out here in NJ , thanks brother and may God continue to bless you and family.

[@johncampbell335]

The first time I did this repair job, I installed the metal bracket upside down. I went to an auto glass shop to see how to remove it. "You can't" was their reply. Lesson learned. That car still has an extra bracket on the windshield. Have a great day, Bryan.

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

oops

[@williamsovich8314]

You can remove the mirror mount. You would need to heat the mount enough to soften the glue enough to be able to use pliers to carefully twist it off. The big catch is if you use to much heat or use to much force to pull the mount from the glass you can crack the windshield. I do windshields and have to swap mounts sometimes.

[@mike-bj4dk]

yes take a cigarette lighter and small pliers heat and twist

[@da324]

@@williamsovich8314 What do you use to mount the button for rear view windows? I live in Florida and none of the over the counter products hold for more than a few months.

[@thehipnautics2663]

Just got this same kit $1.97 at Walmart Automotive, was getting an oil change there...for some reason not given they will not install it though...WAY too many directions on package for me but found your vid here which I just watched and it's perfect! Thanks much!

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

You are welcome

[@agnosjr]

I don't mind the rambling one bit, I like the real Brian with rambling and all, just the way God created him, his is perfect. Just be yourself and you will be fine. Thank you for one more lesson my friend. Have a great Sunday, cheers.

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

Thanks. I appreciate it.

[@slimcaity]

Thank you!!

[@namvietle8411]

Thank you .

[@ramosisaac431]

Thanks... God bless you

[@maddik9451]

Thank you! The instructions on this thing were over complicated.

[@DNiceTV314]

thank you so much

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

You're welcome!

[@locutusofborg9410]

Thanks. Seemed simple but I wanted to see someone else do it right before I f'd it up.

[@alanafemdoll4146]

Thanks

[@terryf5131]

Good job... Been awhile since I've done this.. your vid makes it a no brainer.. subscribed.🤠

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

Thanks for the sub!

[@jmtnvalley]

Nice suggestion to outline the mount location with a dry erase marker on the outside. Thanks! Oh, rambling? That's just your charm.

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

Aw shucks. Thanks

[@InsipidRoustabout]

What a nice fellow. Thanks for the video!

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

Thanks for watching!

[@dragonhammer69]

Very informative video thank you !

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

Glad it was helpful!

[@dragonhammer69]

@@SurvivalOnPurpose , it absolutely was. We have a 2005 Ram. It's been so hot that mirror just fell off the windshield. I used an old crayon that I found in a drawer and marked the outside of the windshield. My wife's nail polish remover helped weaken glue residue. Razor blade , accelerator and then , one drop. Sure wanted to put on more ..... but just one drop ! Letting it cure overnight now. Hopefully one drop goes a long way.... Thank you again for your very helpful video. PERFECT in every way ! Step by step.... What to do and what look out for .... A+ I appreciate your reply to me too ! Thanks again , Craig

[@steffancarto8321]

This was helpful for me since I had to do it this morning

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

Glad it helped!

[@borntwice4724]

Well done sir.

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

thanks

[@tkashem2000]

Love the video

[@yolandaramos9575]

Thanks, it worked for me.

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

Glad it helped

[@dajaknes]

Thank you

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

You're welcome

[@JohnSmith-zm8ty]

Excellent information, very thorough. I wish I would have watched this video before I attempted to reattach my windshield rear view mirror before. I ended up having to attach the original metal piece to the other metal piece which I first attached to the windshield, wrongly thinking that it would fit the slot of my rear view mirror. Thanks for the tip to stick the original metal tab onto the one I had already stuck to the windshield! As well, the tip about the dry erase marker excellent! Much appreciated!

[@patrickdaley2894]

Thx sir job well done 👍🏿

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

Thanks. I appreciate it.

[@fredaydaybae8450]

Thank you sir👍🏾👍🏾

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

Very welcome

[@MrPaley-fq7eo]

Thank you, you tribe of engineers! 🤓

[@hoberrydan4023]

ay man thanks for your insight sir

[@CHIBA280CRV]

Thank you sir , will go out to the SUV and do the same thing you just did..

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

Good luck

[@joegennari395]

THANKS

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

Welcome

[@anthonyadams693]

Cool I’m putting one on a 76 Bronco

[@crazydaveiz]

You forgot to check the balance on your mirror? Surprised to see you here. Thanks for the video.

[@Mikedeemcee]

Excellent video. Thank you for your help.

[@lilp2060]

I was about to par $300 Australian for my rearview mirror to be fix it and I saw this Thanks

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

Glad it helped.

[@TheKingOfHalo]

How’s it holding up? I’m in Florida which is even hotter and I’m afraid the heat will fry the glue in the summer. I agree about the vintage Ford engine sound. My 2000 Explorer has the 4.0 pushrod and I could listen to that thing idle all day.

[@sherrydigiorgio3504]

Just tried your instructions today and worked great, BUT, how do I remove some of the activator that is now on the glass windshield - with what remover substance? Thanks for your assistance!!! ❤

[@bbrisard]

There comes a time in one's life when Superglue and Ducktape won't work. Watched Video, bought Permatex repair kit, 6 bucks and easy fix.

[@josegutierrez5811]

Gracias por enseňarnos como arreglar el espejo retrovisor

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

de nada

[@LiveToSurvive]

Good to see the Bronco agin. I've wondered a few time what happened to it or if you still had it.

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

She's still around

[@LiveToSurvive]

I watched the new video after this one so I understand where she's been now. Glad she's back.

[@gray1ghost]

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[@PandaBubbah1]

God bless you, great video. It walked me through it.

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

Glad it helped

[@hammer9390]

Hey Bryan, glade you have your Bronco back, looking forward to the videos.

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

me too

[@SamTheGirl210]

Does this brand of adhesive work in hotter than Hades Texas? Wish me luck....got the adhesive and here we go.

[@joehagen7501]

You can also use JB Weld clear weld epoxy

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

Cool

[@josephpacot9963]

I paid $10 for that mirror to fix.. dammn it just adhessive.. thanks for this video.. if this happened again i know how to fix it..

[@cakeofthepan2233]

Ramble on

[@TW39]

Hi is it still holding up

[@Stellaluna88]

The metal connector is still attached to my windshield. I noticed there is no spring left on the mirror. The guy at Autozone told me to just glue it back onto the connector. The problem is there isn’t a flat surface on the mirror. I have tried using gorilla glue to fuse it, but it doesn’t work.

[@jonnyboat2]

Your show, your allowed to ramble. I like to think of it as being thorough, because that’s what it is. If a person doesn’t like it they can use the fast forward. You’re lucky they don’t have snowy, icy winters where they spread salt on the roads. Salt literally dissolves the underside of the cars up here in yankeeville, aka Pennsylvania. Now I’m rambling. I’m a rambler too. I don’t talk like I text.✝️

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

Not much snow here

[@Chloeann_2016]

Hey Brian, This video is running 3 years old now but its good and interactive. I live in the tropics and i recently had my mirror fall off my windscreen. Its been really annoying trying to find an adhesive that actually will work. What i mean is, they all fail eventually as in the mirror falls off the windshield again... The first option held up for about 2 weeks, the second about 2 days. Our temperatures can be up in the 30s during the days and one of the packages said work within a certain temperature, so i installed it in the night (the one that held up for 2 weeks) I tried in the day and it was shorter period of time. Do me a favor and tell me if yours is still holding; that would be of great help to me. Im currently reinstalling with a loctite brand glue and have my fingers crossed. I've used the one you demonstrated with as well. Thanks bro for your time.

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

I’m not sure because I sold the bronco about a year and a half ago. It was still working when I sold it

[@sebass9578]

Wish I watched this before I completely emptied the bottle of glue on it and didn’t get why it wouldn’t stick

[@ant6354]

It says to use one drop of adhesive in the instructions but screw that it didn’t work for me use 3 or four drops

[@johnharvin186]

Stuff doesnt work if you live somewhere the temperature is extreme like Texas. I used this stuff and it worked until it got up to over 100 degrees. Then my mirror fell off. Just go to a windshield place. They have stronger adhesive.

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

I'm not sure I could live somewhere that was consistently over 100 degrees ;-)

[@markfillery1002]

mine dont have one have a camera and sensors and door mirrors good ramble brian

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

thanks

[@markfillery1002]

your welcome :¬)

[@annamolinar9538]

What is the little clip on the mirror broke?

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

??

[@stevegareau123]

👍👍

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

;-)

[@beeher4298]

How do I go about this if a good chunk of glass broke off with my rear view mirror? Get a whole new windshield?

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

Maybe so. Or relocate the mirror

[@christina7774]

Same here! Cracked and my mirror has a wider neck than yours . hopefully the kit I saw to get will help

[@christina7774]

It's been hitting the 90s should I wait for cooler temps to mount it?

[@karenwall2051]

I put button on the wrong way on my Frontier! The shiny side is facing me & mirror want go on guess I was supposed to put shiny side on windshield & now how do I get it off

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

Maybe a heat gun would work. Or, if it’s not been on too long, you might be able to pry it off with a putty knife. But I would be very very careful you don’t wanna break your windshield. Actually, the first thing I would do is call a windshield replacement company and ask them for some advice.

[@karenwall2051]

@@SurvivalOnPurpose ok ty i heard acetone might work to!

[@annamolinar9538]

There is no screw to unscrew, so I'm assuming it had the clip up at the top!!?

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

I think so.

[@paigeolivem85]

FYI I’ve used this kit and when weather was hot it came off and popped out glass

[@hauk3839]

I had to use gorrila glue. The one in a mix 💉. Still holding

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

All righty then ;-)

[@FrankZen]

I'm pro rambling for the record

[@sippysippy147]

I just used this on my car. I live in Texas so my car is constantly bathing in the sun. Will the adhesive survive the heat?

[@austinwells7626]

I'm dealing with the same issue I've tried everything for my mirror to stay up but the texas sun always wins

[@sippysippy147]

Austin Wells it’s actually managing very well for me. I was surprised how effective this product really was honestly.

[@austinwells7626]

[Ozzie ] me too I actually did it right this time and it’s doin pretty good

[@EhsOfBass]

Mine has glass on it...any help?

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

not sure what you mean

[@EhsOfBass]

@@SurvivalOnPurpose worked have your instructions a shot and worked like a charm. Thank you sir!

[@jerryf3375]

Folks there are a lot of things this guy does absolutely wrong... I am not trying to be a jerk... but I am still recommending that you look up the permatex video.... this guy does get a lot of it right but Important! DO NOT install this button in very hot weather ( or cold for that matter) .. Also, when cleaning the button , scrape it like he said... however , very important, lay some sandpaper on a very flat surface face up and 'lightly' sand the the button using a circular motion... this step is important for 3 reasons... one it cleans it while keeping it flat... and 2 it leaves micro crosshatches, this causes it to accept the glue better and even though you can't really see the cross hatches but they are there ... the bond will be better... 3rdly....Its pretty much impossible to get all the glue off with just a razor blade... It will be pretty evident why if you grab some 220 grit sand paper after you've already scraped it and think its clean ... you will see all the glue you missed..unfortunately tou just do the best you can on the glass using the razor blade.... but at least you're only gluing the mirror with only half ad much glue than if you hadn't sanded the button.. While this guy does give some good information, he's still not doing it correctly... I'm sure hes good person just wanting to help others and I dont want to dis him.. but I also don't want to see a broken windshield either , or someone have their rearview mirror fall off while in town ... you know its going to happen in rush hour traffic or when your trying to back up.. So please go to the permatex sight...

[@williamsovich8314]

Really hate the way those ford mirrors lock onto the mirror mount. I would have just bought the after market mirror kit at the part store that has the screw that locks mirror onto the mount. Hope you got yours to fully lock on.

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

It seemed to

[@cj599]

i hate how it works or it just pops off

[@charlesdriggers199]

If you have nytril gloves you don't have to worry if you touching anything

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

Yes, but then you really need to clean the gloves. For larger projects I use them

[@terryw.milburn8565]

Umm Now Ya Kin See Where Ya Dun Been Huh & High-5 Bryan ! ATB T God Bless

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

Indeed.

[@lindatijsma9581]

Permatex.did not work as the all..any other ideas

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

I just used the kit and it worked fine.

[@teebone8833]

Same it lasted 2 days came in and mirror was off window :/

[@chirkware]

I’m dealing with the same issue, and I also used the permatex. I’m about to buy some more adhesive and try again. Some things I’ve been advised to do that the instructions don’t tell you to do: make sure the metal is FLAT (especially if it’s a parts store new replacement since they are cheap quality), scuff the surfaces (both the metal and the glass) with sandpaper, and wait longer to attach your mirror. My first go at it, I took the one drip thing very literally, and it was a very small drop (much less than the one drop on this video). I think if I’d added a second drop it might have worked. 1970 F100 :)

[@chirkware]

Mine is now on and staying on after following the process I outlined above. Once I had the glass cleaned, I held the metal where I wanted it, and attached a long piece of blue painters tape to hold it in place. I then added more tape below horizontally atop that tape. Then pealed it down with the metal attached to the tape, rubbed the prep wipe on both metal and glass, waited a minute, two drops of the glue, pressed the metal in place while straightening the tape to properly position it, then held pressure for a minute. Added more tape to hold it snug and waited 24 hours. That's been about two months and the mirror is holding just fine.

[@jeremyhigdon3402]

My subs blew the rearview mirror off. Not fall down it literally blew away 😆

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

So you're THAT guy ;-)