Fixing a "Brown" Jaguar Mirror for £30! (S-Type & XKR Mirror Glass Fix)

Dealing with a "bled through" or brown-tinted door mirror on your Jaguar S-Type? In this video, I show you how to replace the electrochromic (auto-dimming) mirror glass [05:19] for a fraction of the dealer cost. ​I’ll walk you through the removal process [05:30], explain the wiring for the heating elements and chromatic sensors [06:18], and share a quick tip for restoring the black plastic trim [10:10] while the glass is off. This fix also applies to other Jaguars like the XKR! ​In this video: ​The Problem: Identifying "mirror bleed" in electrochromic glass [03:27]. ​Removal Guide: How to safely pop the mirror glass out without breaking the motor [05:30]. ​Wiring Explained: purple, black, and heater connector placement [06:18]. ​Restoration: Cleaning the mirror housing and restoring faded trim [09:50]. ​Future Plans: What’s next for the S-Type project? [16:36]. ​If you love Jaguars and DIY car restoration, Subscribe to follow the S-Type and XKR projects! ​🔔 Subscribe for more Jaguar DIY videos: 💬 Comment below: Is your Jaguar mirror starting to turn brown? ​#JaguarSType #JaguarRepair #MirrorReplacement #ElectrochromicMirror #CarRestoration #DIYMechanic #ProjectsInTheBarn #JaguarXKR ​3. Video Chapters ​[00:00] Intro: Meet the New Jaguar S-Type Project [01:45] What is an Electrochromic (Auto-Dimming) Mirror? [03:27] Comparing "Bled Through" vs. Healthy Mirror Glass [05:05] Tool Setup & Preparation [05:30] How to Remove the S-Type Mirror Glass [06:18] Identifying the Wiring Connectors (Heater & Chromatic) [07:53] Side-by-Side Comparison: Old vs. New Glass [09:50] Cleaning the Mirror Housing & Internal Components [10:10] Pro Tip: Restoring Faded Plastic Mirror Trim [11:35] Reconnecting the Wiring & Chromatic Plug [14:42] Installing the New Mirror Glass (The "Click" Method) [15:48] Final Result & Functional Check [16:36] S-Type Project Roadmap: Wheels, Rust, & Trim [18:25] Closing & Merch Reveal!