FITMENT:
Volkswagen VW Passat B5 Body Style 1998 1999 2000 2001 2002 2003 2004 (2004 body stye was changed and this year has 2 completely different mirror style - check picture and size)
REPLACEMENT MIRROR GLASS SIDE: LEFT / RIGHT INSTALLATION:
This item is the replacement glass only and does not have any plastic backing plate, heater grid, or electrical connectors included or attached to the back of it . It is IMPERATIVE to note that VW s of these series do have different side view mirror options from factory such as heated, auto-dimming (AKA Electrochromic), blue-tinted mirror versus clear, and small passenger side option that affect the size and shape of the glass. As a result - it is IMPORTANT to check offered item pictures and sizes to help you order proper fit for your application. Please contact us - prior to your order, if you need to identify correct option for your vehicle.
Left mirror glass is for US / Canada driver side.
Flat Driver Side - Left Side mirror has to be FLAT as per highway safety acts in effect in both US and CANADA for passenger cars. Some passenger cars, SUVs and trucks may have a small spot convex mirror in the corner or top or bottom of the glass but the main mirror is Flat on the driver side.
Right mirror glass is for US / Canada passenger side.
Convex Right Side - Passenger Side mirror for modern passenger cars is a convex mirror and has to be engraved with the insignia OBJECTS IN MIRROR ARE CLOSER THAN THEY APPEAR as per highway safety acts in effect in both US and CANADA. Small spot mirrors are also convex.
View our pre-order pages and Installation pages to help you identify what part you need and also to get assistance with proper installation of the mirror glass
