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That's just really strange - doesn't look like any of the extended view mirrors I've seen on other Hondas including the two CR-Vs I had.
Don't waste your money! (Extended View Side Mirror)
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Look at the picture. There is no change in the image. His hand or that house should be larger or it should skip a portion. There is no change in the image. My 16 Accord was the same way. I never saw a change in the image. It should be convex or at least tilted. I think the Walmart special would be better and I'll have to pic some up. They make adjustable ones.
Extended mirror
I assume you mean the Honda OEM accessory, that’s what I have.
Installed mine in August 2016. As I recall, mine also seemed like it was going to break (I was following Honda’s instructions). The first time I gave up (it was an unusually cold day). I waited until we had a scorching hot late summer day to retry, used a good trim tool, it felt like it was going to break again, but it finally did pop off.
I find that any plastic trim/accessory/connector removal / install goes much better in hot weather, because the heat softens their plastics (easier to bend, less chance of cracking or breaking).
I assume you mean the Honda OEM accessory, that’s what I have.
Installed mine in August 2016. As I recall, mine also seemed like it was going to break (I was following Honda’s instructions). The first time I gave up (it was an unusually cold day). I waited until we had a scorching hot late summer day to retry, used a good trim tool, it felt like it was going to break again, but it finally did pop off.
I find that any plastic trim/accessory/connector removal / install goes much better in hot weather, because the heat softens their plastics (easier to bend, less chance of cracking or breaking).
Extended mirror
In step 2 of Honda’s instructions, I also added using a trim tool (pictured below) underneath the shop tool, when pulling up the old mirror’s edge. Then my fingers were ready to catch the mirror when it did pop off.
That tool gave me a bit more pulling leverage, and would protect my fingers if the mirror broke (which it didn’t).
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In step 2 of Honda’s instructions, I also added using a trim tool (pictured below) underneath the shop tool, when pulling up the old mirror’s edge. Then my fingers were ready to catch the mirror when it did pop off.
That tool gave me a bit more pulling leverage, and would protect my fingers if the mirror broke (which it didn’t).
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Re: Extended mirror
Thanks. OI was using a straight trim tool. I'll get a 90. Its supposed to be hot here this weekend so I'll give it another go then.In step 2 of Honda’s instructions, I also added using a trim tool (pictured below) underneath the shop tool, when pulling up the old mirror’s edge. Then my fingers were ready to catch the mirror when it did pop off.
That tool gave me a bit more pulling leverage, and would protect my fingers if the mirror broke (which it didn’t).
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Extended mirror
Glad to help. Those mirrors must be tempered (high strength) glass. Any ordinary mirror would have broken with all that pulling.
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I'll get an after pic. Not sure if I'm going to like it or not. It does open up the view, but also is not as clear in some angles as the original.
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Now looking at it I wouldn't do it again. All it seems to do is give you a little more range to your left.
Now looking at it I wouldn't do it again. All it seems to do is give you a little more range to your left.
Yes I’d agree. It’s just a flat mirror section, angled slightly outwards. So it’s slightly better than the standard flat mirror, but nothing amazing. However, it doesn’t cost much, so not a big deal. So still worth it to me.
The one I had on a rented Ford Explorer a couple of years ago was amazing. It had about the same size extended section, but that section was also convex glass. So it really opened up the view. And much better than the cheap $2 stick on convex mirrors, (plated plastic) that you buy at auto parts stores.
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Honda Accessory Extended View Mirror (review)
Target Audience
Those considering the Honda Accessory Extended View Mirror with the expectation that it's like a mirror with an inset convex section available on many vehicles without a Blind Spot Warning System.
Commentary
I'm getting used to my new RL with Blind Spot warning, and grant that system seems pretty darned effective. But I'm Olde Skoole and miss having a 'visual' of what's in my close-in blind spot without fully turning my head.
I bought the Honda accessory mirror expecting it would fill-in that visible void similar to the OEM convex section on my Ford Escape and F150 mirrors.
I was wrong. :crying:
Pics needed for sure, and I'll keep trying to get some that convey accurately what you see, but suffice to say that the accessory mirror does nothing to fill the sight-void immediately adjacent to the side of the RL behind the drivers' head. It does cover a wider area farther away from the side of the RL (like angling your mirror out, not in).
But even at that it's a very thin narrow and tall view. IMO it's only possible benefit is spotting traffic in the 'merge lane' as you run up an on-ramp - the traffic that's beyond the range of the Blind Spot warning system.
If that's what you want, go for it, but if you want a view of your close-in blind-spot, take a pass. I'll run it a few more days but fully expect to reinstall my OEM mirror.
I'll post the 'pics worth 1000 words' if I can figure out how to capture 'em to convey what the mirror does / does not do.
Just FYI and one man's opinion, but thought I should share my experience / lesson learned; maybe save someone ~$40.
Target Audience
Those considering the Honda Accessory Extended View Mirror with the expectation that it's like a mirror with an inset convex section available on many vehicles without a Blind Spot Warning System.
Commentary
I'm getting used to my new RL with Blind Spot warning, and grant that system seems pretty darned effective. But I'm Olde Skoole and miss having a 'visual' of what's in my close-in blind spot without fully turning my head.
I bought the Honda accessory mirror expecting it would fill-in that visible void similar to the OEM convex section on my Ford Escape and F150 mirrors.
I was wrong. :crying:
Pics needed for sure, and I'll keep trying to get some that convey accurately what you see, but suffice to say that the accessory mirror does nothing to fill the sight-void immediately adjacent to the side of the RL behind the drivers' head. It does cover a wider area farther away from the side of the RL (like angling your mirror out, not in).
But even at that it's a very thin narrow and tall view. IMO it's only possible benefit is spotting traffic in the 'merge lane' as you run up an on-ramp - the traffic that's beyond the range of the Blind Spot warning system.
If that's what you want, go for it, but if you want a view of your close-in blind-spot, take a pass. I'll run it a few more days but fully expect to reinstall my OEM mirror.
I'll post the 'pics worth 1000 words' if I can figure out how to capture 'em to convey what the mirror does / does not do.
Just FYI and one man's opinion, but thought I should share my experience / lesson learned; maybe save someone ~$40.
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follow these instructions and your blind spots will be all but gone...I've been driving for years not knowing this, it really does work.
Side-view mirrors
To adjust the driver’s side-view mirror, place your head against the left side window and set the mirror so you can just barely see the side of the car in the mirror’s right side.
To adjust the passenger’s side-view mirror, position your head so that it is just above the center console. Set the mirror so you can just barely see the side of the car in the left side of the mirror. If the vehicle is not equipped with remove mirror-adjustment controls, you may need assistance when properly positioning this mirror.
Side-view mirrors
To adjust the driver’s side-view mirror, place your head against the left side window and set the mirror so you can just barely see the side of the car in the mirror’s right side.
To adjust the passenger’s side-view mirror, position your head so that it is just above the center console. Set the mirror so you can just barely see the side of the car in the left side of the mirror. If the vehicle is not equipped with remove mirror-adjustment controls, you may need assistance when properly positioning this mirror.
I do something similar. I adjust the side mirrors such that as a vehicle on either side of me enters/leaves my rear view mirror, it begins to enter/leave the appropriate side view mirror. That seems to provide me with accurate blind spot protection. I used to do it like everyone else and left a good portion of my own vehicle showing in each side view mirror. I have since learned the error of my ways!
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