Thread for DIY mods - Page 6

Bluehaze07 · #76 (**permalink**) 07-29-09, 08:36 AM

This is thanks to user Far East.

REMOVAL PROCEDURE

TOOLS REQUIRED
J 38778 Door Trim Pad Clip Remover

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l . Apply several layers of masking tape (1) to the top of the outside rearview mirror housing in order to protect the painted finish.
2. Push the mirror face (2) inward at the bottom of the face until full travel is reached.

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3. Remove the mirror face.
3.1. Retain pressure on the bottom of the mirror face.
3.2. Insert a J 38778 or the equivalent behind the glass and the first
support rib.
3.3. Pry outward until the mirror face is released.

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4. Disconnect the electrical connectors

Bluehaze07 · #77 (**permalink**) 07-29-09, 08:38 AM

Thanks to Far East.

INSTALLATION PROCEDURE

Image 1.
l . Connect the electrical connectors (1).

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2. Align the mirror face and backing plate assembly to the retaining tabs (1) on the motor pack.

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3. Using a 9 cm (3 in) rubber sanding block placed on the center of the mirror face, apply pressure until an audible click is heard.

4. Inspect the power mirror for proper operation.

5. Remove the masking tape

**JimmyH** · #78 (**permalink**) 08-12-09, 01:28 PM

Keep this thread going guys. Give me some more so I can start cataloging it.

Bluehaze07 · #79 (**permalink**) 08-12-09, 07:45 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JimmyH

Keep this thread going guys. Give me some more so I can start cataloging it.

Removing Grill by JimmyH

:Linky (How to remove the grille)

txbest1980 · #80 (**permalink**) 08-12-09, 09:19 PM

when you finally decide to make this a sticky, please make sure Bluehaze gets his proper credit for coming up with THIS IDEA

**JimmyH** · #81 (**permalink**) 08-13-09, 12:57 AM

When I index and pin this thread, everyone's posts will still be here (minus any spam posts I may remove). The only change will be an indexed top post linking to individual posts.

Bluehaze07 · #82 (**permalink**) 08-14-09, 08:35 AM

Sorry bout that ppl,

Double posted a DIY

Midwest Express · #83 (**permalink**) 08-15-09, 01:50 AM

After seeing this thread I wish I had taken pics of my garage time tonight. I had to remove my alternator and install my new one.

I say that cause I read a few posts on the forum here of people talking about everything you need to pull out of the car before removing the alternator. I didn't take anything out of the car but the alternator. Granted it was a trick to do, but I got it out. I guess next time I will take pics of what I do. Hopefully the car charges again!

caterabullet · #84 (**permalink**) 08-21-09, 12:10 PM

Here is a mod similar to the Shutting off your Drls but this one is keeping them on.

. (Bypassing DRL shutoff!!!)

91 s-10baja · #85 (**permalink**) 08-22-09, 01:11 PM

both Motorweek and Car and Driver...

YouTube - MW 2001: 2003 Cadillac CTS First Drive...

YouTube - CD 2001: 2003 Cadillac CTS Road Test

concorso · #86 (**permalink**) 08-23-09, 12:55 PM

Jimmy, what about a sub-sticky dedicated to videos of the CTS? There are a few on the cadillacfaq site, plus SvVB4vA? had a good video of his, plus these videos here...

**JimmyH** · #87 (**permalink**) 08-23-09, 01:03 PM

If you have good videos, please post links, and I will certainly add them.

I am going to categorize and index this thread (one of these days anyway)

Check out the faq/diy thread in CTSV. It will be something like that.

txbest1980 · #88 (**permalink**) 08-23-09, 02:19 PM

please do not do this forum like the ctsv forum...it is much easier to navigate this way

**JimmyH** · #89 (**permalink**) 08-23-09, 09:08 PM

Not my decision.

Bluehaze07 · #90 (**permalink**) 08-23-09, 09:09 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JimmyH

Not my decision.

So you have a specific format to follow?