Installation - Mirror Glass
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Mirror Glass with Backing Plate
Tools Needed
PUTTY KNIFE
Use a 1.25" or 1.5" metal putty knife to remove loose or protruding glass pieces.
FLAT HEAD SCREWDRIVER
A flat head screwdriver can assist with prying out loose or protruding glass pieces.
SCISSORS
Scissors can be used to cut or modify Redi-Stick™ adhesive patches.
TOWEL
Use a towel so prying does not scratch paint. Can also be used for clean up.
SILICONE OR URETHANE
Silicone or urethanes may be used to supplement adhesive patches.
RUBBING ALCOHOL
Rubbing alcohol can be used to prep surfaces for proper adhesion.
Follow these steps to install a fit over Redi-Cuts. Vehicle and glass parts are fragile. Install with care.
1. REMOVE LOOSE PIECES ONLY
To use this method, the broken mirror must be present and should remain in the mirror housing. Only remove loose or protruding pieces with a putty knife or screwdriver.
2. CLEAN
For proper adhesion, make sure surfaces are clean and free of dirt or debris.
3. ALIGN
Dry fit (test fit) mirror replacement by placing over existing broken mirror to check proper fit. Be sure to align signal icons, if applicable.
4. APPLY ADHESIVE
Apply Burco Redi Stick adhesive patches to the broken mirror or mirror replacement. Use care not to cover signal icons, if applicable.
5. INSTALL REDI CUTS
Align and press mirror replacement to the broken mirror with firm yet gentle pressure. Make sure to align signal etching, if applicable.
6. CLEAN UP
Clean your installed Redi-Cuts mirror replacement with glass cleaner.
Install in a warm/dry environment. In addition to adhesive patches, you may supplement silicone or urethane.
Tools Needed
PUTTY KNIFE
Use a 1.25" or 1.5" metal putty knife to remove loose or protruding glass pieces.
FLAT HEAD SCREWDRIVER
A flat head screwdriver can assist with prying out loose or protruding glass pieces.
SCISSORS
Scissors can be used to cut or modify Redi-Stick™ adhesive patches.
TOWEL
Use a towel so prying does not scratch paint. Can also be used for clean up.
SILICONE OR URETHANE
Silicone or urethanes may be used to supplement adhesive patches.
RUBBING ALCOHOL
Rubbing alcohol can be used to prep surfaces for proper adhesion.
Follow these steps to install a fit over Redi-Cuts. Vehicle and glass parts are fragile. Install with care.
1. REMOVE ALL BROKEN GLASS
Remove all existing broken glass and adhesive from the mirror's plastic frame and backing plate with a putty knife.
2. CLEAN & TEST FIT
Thoroughly clean backing plate with rubbing alcohol. Clean mirror with glass cleaner. Test fit your Redi-Cuts before proceeding to the next step.
3. APPLY ADHESIVE
Apply Burco Redi Stick adhesive patches to the backing plate or mirror replacement, if applicable.
4. INSTALL REDI CUTS
Align and press mirror replacement to the backing plate with firm yet gentle pressure.
5. CLEAN UP
Clean your installed Redi-Cuts mirror replacement with glass cleaner.
Install in a warm/dry environment. In addition to adhesive patches, you may supplement silicone or urethane.
Tools Needed
PUTTY KNIFE
Use a 1.25" or 1.5" metal putty knife to remove loose or protruding glass pieces.
FLAT HEAD SCREWDRIVER
A flat head screwdriver can assist with prying out loose or protruding glass pieces.
SCISSORS
Scissors can be used to cut or modify Redi-Stick™ adhesive patches.
TOWEL
Use a towel so prying does not scratch paint. Can also be used for clean up.
SILICONE OR URETHANE
Silicone or urethanes may be used to supplement adhesive patches.
RUBBING ALCOHOL
Rubbing alcohol can be used to prep surfaces for proper adhesion.
Remove broken glass to install your heated Redi-Cuts
1. REMOVE ALL BROKEN GLASS
Remove all existing broken glass and adhesive from the mirror's plastic frame and backing plate with a putty knife. Disconnect heating wires from the old heating element.
2. CLEAN & TEST FIT
Thoroughly clean backing plate with rubbing alcohol. Clean mirror with glass cleaner. Test fit your Redi-Cuts before to proceeding to the next step.
3. APPLY ADHESIVE
Apply Burco Redi Stick adhesive patches directly to Redi-Cuts. If adhesive patches are not provided, use adhesive on your heating element to install. Paper backing must be removed to expose adhesive.
4. RECONNECT WIRES
Reconnect your heating wires to Redi-Cuts terminal leads.
5. INSTALL REDI CUTS
Align and press your heated Redi-Cuts to the backing plate with firm yet gentle pressure.
6. CLEAN UP
Clean your installed heated Redi-Cuts mirror replacement with glass cleaner.
Install in a warm/dry environment. In addition to adhesive patches, you may supplement silicone or urethane.
Tools Needed
PUTTY KNIFE
Use a 1.25" or 1.5" metal putty knife to remove loose or protruding glass pieces.
FLAT HEAD SCREWDRIVER
A flat head screwdriver can assist with prying out loose or protruding glass pieces.
TOWEL
Use a towel so prying does not scratch paint. Can also be used for clean up.
SILICONE OR URETHANE
Silicone or urethanes may be used to supplement adhesive patches.
RUBBING ALCOHOL
Rubbing alcohol can be used to prep surfaces for proper adhesion.
RUBBER MALLET
When installing a gasket fit mirror, use a rubber mallet to gently tap gasket into place.
Follow these steps to install a gasket fit Redi-Cuts ®. Vehicle and glass parts are fragile. Install with care.
1. REMOVE ALL BROKEN GLASS
Remove the broken glass and gasket from the mirror head with a small screwdriver or fiber stick. You may have to remove a framing screw.
2. CLEAN GASKET
If possible, use your existing gasket. Remove broken glass from the gasket and clean with glass cleaner.
3. INSTALL GASKET
Install the gasket around the mirror. Be sure that the front of the mirror is facing out.
4. PREP GASKET
Lubricate the edge of the gasket with silicone or urethane for ease of installation into the mirror frame.
5. INSTALL REDI CUTS
With the gasket installed on your Redi Cuts, gently tap the gasket edges into the mirror head with a rubber mallet
6. CLEAN UP
Clean your installed Redi Cuts mirror replacement with glass cleaner.
Burco part number can be read from the front.
Tap the gasket edges, not the mirror, to reduce the risk of breakage.