I finally took the plunge and removed my 2000 year model, slot type mirror mount. So that I can order the new wedge mount & dimming mirror with temp guage.

1.) Prep,by removing stock mirror. Using a 8d nail and inserting in bottom hole and pushing up does the trick.

2.) Prep, by taping around the mount with clear shipping tape as insurance to protect window from scratches.

3.) take permanent marker and trace mount outline on outside of window. (test this, and be sure it will not rub off, but will come off with alcohol later, test in dark area of window on outside edges.)

4.) Prep mount by taking a q-tip and Acetone and applying to edges of mount to soften glue. (hey it helps, not sure about window on this, but no ill effects here.)

5.) Carefully take a thin hacksaw blade and slowly work from top or bottom and sawing through glue, go slow and don't apply force which will either break window or scratch window. Keep blade flush to window as possible.

6.) take your time it takes a while.

7.) Once mount is off, apply more acetone to clean up remaining glue. (I used this and box cutter knife/blade to cleanup.

8.) I also took time and throughly cleaned the window with hot soapy water to insure no Acetone left on window.

RESULTS: mount off, minimal scratches, and only on mount are which will be covered up by new mount. (i.e. 1 small nick)

Much safer than heat which will affect laminate in window. (bubbling). Just don't force it in any way.

10.) Order new mount and mirror if not already done.

Hope this helps.

Russ
WY_Xterra

------------------