How do you remove side mirror on ef falcon?

Answer 1

You will need to take the exterior mirror trim panel off first. This is the topmost panel on the inside of the door (and closest to the mirror). There is one screw that holds it in. It may need encouraging when being removed (but don't break it).

Once you have this off you will be able to see a seal over the inside of the door. Pull this out of the way to expose the first retaining bolt for your mirror.

To get at the second and third bolts you will need to take the interior trim off your door. This is done in the following manner:

• Lower the window glass all the way.
• Ensure the lock button is fully raised and use a pair of pliers to pull it out.
• Remove the cap from the interior handle and remove the retaining screw.
• Pull the handle towards you, remove the control rod from the handle and remove the handle from the door.
• If your car doesn't have power windows, take the window regulator handle off by unscrewing it. You will need to make a note of how it was installed (e.g. pointing at 1 o'clock) so that you can screw it back on properly. Keep the washer.
• Remove the retaining screw from the armrest's door pull.
• Around the perimeter of the panel, you'll see screws. Take these out.
• Lift the panel upwards to disengage the retaining clips.
• Pull the entire panel towards you slightly and disconnect all of the wiring connectors. Make sure you know which ones go back together.
• Use an E6 Torc socket to remove the speaker retaining screws. Disconnect the wiring and then remove the speaker.
• Carefully remove the sealing sheet from the door.

The inside of your door will be exposed. You should then be able to access the second and third bolts holding your side mirror on (you may need to pull the sealing off completely).

Remove the bolts one at a time. You will need to support the mirror as you loosen the bolts. Do not allow the mirror to dangle off its wiring.

Disconnect the mirror's wiring and you can then remove the mirror assembly.

Putting a new side mirror on involves screwing the mirror on first, then reversing all of the steps you used to take the door panel off to put it back on. With the lock button, you will need to use long nose pliers to extend & open the clamp legs inside the lock button. You will then need to lock your door using your keys to get the locking rod in the right place. Once you have made sure the angle on the top of the lock button is pointing the same way as the trim panel (i.e. flush when locked) you can tap the two together. The lock button will lock onto the rod at the right height automatically.