Description
Left Exterior Mirror For Citroën Xsara Picasso. Electrically Operated. Driver Door – 5 Wires. Various Colors Available In Stock.
High-quality left side exterior mirror designed for Citroën Xsara Picasso vehicles, offering reliable electric adjustment and straightforward replacement for workshops and DIY mechanics. This unit is a direct-fit replacement for the driver door and connects with a 5-wire harness. It is supplied in various painted and unpainted finishes to ease color matching. Ideal when the original mirror is damaged by impact, motor failure, or corrosion, this mirror restores full functionality and improves visibility and safety.
Technical Information
- Manufacturer: Stellantis (Citroën)
- Model: Citroën Xsara Picasso (Left / Driver Side)
- Product Codes: 96570954XT, 815350
- Other Numbers: —
- Features: Electrically Operated, Driver Door, 5-Wire Connector, Available In Multiple Colors
Installation Recommendations
- Preparation: Park the vehicle on a level surface, engage the parking brake and disconnect the negative battery terminal to prevent short circuits while working on electrical parts.
- Removal Steps: Remove the interior door trim or access cover to reach the mirror mounting area. Disconnect the electrical connector, support the mirror, and remove the mounting nuts/bolts. Carefully detach the mirror from the door.
- Fitting Steps: Position the replacement mirror, secure mounting nuts/bolts to the manufacturer’s torque specification, reconnect the electrical connector and test all mirror functions (adjustment, folding if applicable, heating if present) before reassembling the door trim.
- Notes: If the mirror is supplied unpainted, painting and color-matching may be required. Ensure wiring is routed without pinching and fasteners are tightened evenly to avoid wind noise or loosening.
- Safety: Use appropriate trim tools to avoid damaging clips and panels. If unsure about electrical tests or soldering, consult a professional technician.
Why This Part Fails Most Often
- Impact Damage: Collisions or knocks (e.g., in parking) commonly crack the housing or glass and deform mounting points.
- Motor Or Actuator Wear: Repeated use and ingress of moisture/dirt can cause the mirror motor or adjustment gears to fail or become noisy.
- Corrosion And Electrical Faults: Water ingress and corrosion at connectors or inside the unit can lead to intermittent or total loss of electrical functions.
- Mechanical Folding Mechanism Failure: Breakage of folding pivots or returned springs due to stresses or wear.
Quick Tips For Technicians And DIYers
- Verify The Product Codes On The Unit (96570954XT / 815350) Before Installation To Ensure Correct Fitment.
- Test Electrical Functions Before Final Assembly To Save Time If A Fault Appears.
- Keep Replacement Fasteners And Clips Handy; These Are Often Damaged During Removal.
