[jr6078]

The metal plate that's in your current mirror assembly can be removed by loosening the torx head screw in the mirror base. Once that's done, you should use a mirror adhesive kit with only the adhesive and a primer that comes with it. (Available at Autozone or other local parts stores) You shouldn't need to use any bracket supplied with the kit. Glue your original metal plate directly to the windshield and after allowing the cure time, slide the mirror onto the plate and re-tighten the screw.

Be sure to clean the window before and remove any old adhesive from your original metal plate before you glue it. Also, be sure you orient the plate with the same end to the top and same side against the window as original. It's been a while, but I believe it will only work one way.