How do I reattach my rearview mirror?

Question

it was head butted off, just the mirror part - the bit stuck on the windscreen is still as it should be. so it's come off at the swivel part,not cracked or anything, there's a switch at the bottom which retracts the attachment part but still can't push it on, any ideas?

Answer 1

glue it or put some silicone.but really if you go to a car shop they sell special glue tu use on cars

Answer 2

Many petrol stations have a dab of special glue in a tiny tube, and sometimes it has a special square of rubbery sponge to use with it.  About 2 or 3 pounds.

   Sorry, I didn't read your statement well.  What he said, but what you need to do is get some plastic like a stiffer type of carrier-bag over the ball, before you press it into the socket.

Answer 3

I had a toyota pickup where the mirror came off of the ball end, which sounds like your problem. I could not reattach it. It had two plates and a s***w that just rattled around in the mirror, and the mirror could not be dissasembled. I just got another mirror from the junk yard and replaced the whole unit. Hope that helps

Answer 4

if the swivel union has come apart, you will not be able to re-attach it and have a mirror that stays in place.  But it would be helpful if you explained what kind of car you have.

Answer 5

You could try putting some washing up liquid on the ball & socket to lubricate it. Then it may just slot back into position with a bit of pressure.

Good Luck. h