Rear View Mirror Going Funky

[Jay Alperson]

I have a 2001 Subaru Outback, and the rear view mirror looks like it is
losing fluid; it is green up to about 1/2" from the top, then it becomes
clear.

Is there a cheap fix or source for this mirror? It is an auto-dimming style
with a compass.

 

[Carl 1 Lucky Texan]

I have a 2001 Subaru Outback, and the rear view mirror looks like it is
losing fluid; it is green up to about 1/2" from the top, then it becomes
clear.

Is there a cheap fix or source for this mirror? It is an auto-dimming style
with a compass.

You might ask your dealership about that. It MAY have been a TSB at one
time.
Probably do as good or better shopping Ebay or buying from
www.subarugenuineparts.com or other OEM discounter.

Carl

 

[nobody]

I have a 2001 Subaru Outback, and the rear view mirror looks like it is
losing fluid; it is green up to about 1/2" from the top, then it becomes
clear.

Is there a cheap fix or source for this mirror? It is an auto-dimming style
with a compass.

The autodimming mirror is a liquid-crystal device and pretty much
unrepairable. I might (if it was me) dink with it but I'd be doing that
on the old "it's already broke so whats to lose" adage.

I don't know what you think is cheap, but it's $136.21 at
http://www.subaruparts.com/catalog/?section=104

 

[mulder]

I have a 2001 Subaru Outback, and the rear view mirror looks like it is
losing fluid; it is green up to about 1/2" from the top, then it becomes
clear.

Is there a cheap fix or source for this mirror? It is an auto-dimming style
with a compass.

Definitely not repairable as has been posted. The OEM dimming mirror
is supplied by Donnelly, they also make them for the aftermarket so
you do not have to get one from Subaru. You can take the opportunity
to upgrade to a similar one with more features in addition to the
compass, such as outside temperature and map lights. They are
available on Ebay and elsewhere online and will directly replace your
existing mirror. If you get one with the temp display you will just
have to run the wire for the temp probe. Be sure to get the proper
mount though, Subaru uses the "cam lock" type mount.

 

[Jay Alperson]

Thanks for all the tips!