That's correct,you have to remove the door panel,switches and unbolt the mirror from the inside of the vehicle.
I've enclosed a hot to video that will walk you through the process and give you some great pointers.
how i do replace the drivers side mirror for a 2002 Chevy venture with taking off the inner door panel
Remove the inside door panel of your Chevy Cavalier. Remove the drivers side mirror wiring harness, if the mirror is electric. Remove the drivers side mirror retaining bolts. Reverse the process to install the new drivers side mirror.
How do you replace ac condenser on a 2001 chevy venture?
Remove inside door panel, remove mirror assembly holding bolts, unplug electrical connection and reinstall.
replace rear window wiper motor on 2001 Chevy venture
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Replace it with a good old fashioned manual mirror, believe me you will have less headaches and more money!
The best time to replace a 2004 Chevy Venture timing chain is when it becomes weak or broken. It is not something that needs replaced routinely.
Just had it done on my 1998 Venture - It cost about 900.00