How to Replace a Power Mirror in a Honda Prelude

Disconnect the car's battery before starting to avoid injury.

Lower the window completely, and pry the mirror mount cover off by hand.

Take the inner handle off by first prying the cap out and then taking the screw out. Pull the handle forward and out half way. Disconnect the handle rod and power door lock connector.

Remove the screw, and release the clips with a trim pad remover. You can purchase a trim pad remover at an automotive repair store.

Disconnect the window switch, the mirror switch, security indicator and courtesy light bulb socket to get the door panel completely off of the car.

Take the connector and clip off the interior mirror assembly; then remove the nuts.

Push the clips out to remove the mirror.

Put the new mirror in place, connect the wiring and attach the screws and clips.

Put the interior mirror cover back in place, and secure it with the bolts.

Install the door panel in the reverse order of removal making sure to plug all electrical connection into the proper location. Secure the door with the screws and clips from the new mirror assembly.