How to replace the side rear view mirror 2015 – 2020 Ford F-150 GEN 13

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How to replace the side rear view mirror 2015 – 2020 Ford F-150 GEN 13

To replace the side rear view mirror on your F-150 GEN 13 we’re here to help. You’ll need to set up, disconnect the side view mirror connector, remove the side view mirror as well as carry out a few other steps. You can carry out this tutorial of 6 chapters in 45 minutes. Bring your plastic fork and your 10 mm socket and let’s get started!

Duration

45 minutes

Number of steps

6

Difficulty out of 5

2

Average savings

$75

Parts You Will Need

Tools You Will Need

Step-by-Step Installation

Chapter 1:

Set up

Step 1/3

Open the door.

Chapter 1:

Step 2/3

Using a plastic fork, remove the plastic covering the side view mirror’s retaining nuts.

Chapter 1:

Step 3/3

Run along all 3 sides to disengage all clips.

Chapter 2:

Disconnect the side view mirror connector

Step 1/1

Disconnect the side mirror connector by pressing plastic tab and then pulling on it.

Chapter 3:

Remove the side view mirror

Step 1/3

Using a multi-bit screwdriver and a 10 mm socket, unscrew the first 2 bolts holding the side view mirror in place. Unclip the cable’s plastic guide.

Chapter 3:

Step 2/3

Using the 10 mm socket, unscrew the 2 last mirror holding nuts.

Chapter 3:

Step 3/3

You can now remove the mirror.

Chapter 4:

Install the new side view mirror

Step 1/3

Take the new side view mirror, and the threaded rods provided in the kit. Then screw them on the mirror.

Chapter 4:

Step 2/3

Insert the side view mirror into its housing. Screw the two nuts back in.

Chapter 4:

Step 3/3

Clip the plastic guide back. Then screw the 2 bolts back on.

Chapter 5:

reconnect the side view mirror connector

Step 1/1

Plug the electrical connector back in.

Chapter 6:

Finalise the reassembly

Step 1/2

Replace the plastic cover.

Chapter 6:

Step 2/2

Operation complete.