Fixing The Side Mirror

Morgan · 2024-12-22T17:10:59+00:00

Now that I've installed the SnapPlate front license plate holder, I finally filled out the EveryAmp review. Here it is. Hope it helps others: Shipped promptly, so the license plate holder arrived well before we picked up the car. Engineered and built VERY precisely to hold the plate very close to the front bumper without scraping. Installation instructions were clear, would have benefited from one more picture showing how to find the center slots in the grille. Grille Depth Adjustment instructions were also clear; with one half-turn adjustment of three screws, the license plate holder fit PERFECTLY in place. Check the EveryAmp web site for photographs of how much their product blocks the front camera image at every setting. After reviewing the photos, I chose the center setting. I find the camera interference at that setting is trivial for me. There's a lot of competition for the front-of-R1 real estate. My understanding is that Rivian's front plate holder requires drilling a hole in a perfectly good vehicle, and can also block a small part of the camera image. Tow hook mounts take a tow hook out of commission, and can block a sensor. EveryAmp's mount is designed to protect the grille by snapping off when attacked by a car-wash brush, so you have to dismount it (relatively easy to do) and remount it before washing. I'm still happy with the EveryAmp product, which we have installed in our R1S and now R1T. Very best wishes!

Rivian Mom

Member

Nov 8, 2024

The side mirror of the R1S is important and set to auto-fold whenever it is parked. Same way it repositions whenever opened to drive. If the mirror doesn't respond to adjustment controls. It should be quickly checked. It's better to keep the auto-folding on rather than manually push the mirror into place.

To fix a damaged mirror, you only have to access the damage if it requires complete replacement or you can easily check the screws to tighten them if they feel lose. You can easily consult the Rivian owners manual or contact a Rivian support centre for specific instructions or parts.

If the electronic functions of the mirror happen to be damaged, the wiring needs to be checked. The damaged wiring might cause issues like heating and more difficulty in adjustment. The glass if broken can be replaced with a new one by carefully unscrewing the broken mirror. To fix the new glass, you screw it back properly and ensure it clips properly, reconnect the loose wires and test all functions after repairs.

Last edited: Nov 9, 2024

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