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Replacing the passenger side mirror on a 2009 Ford Ka II

  1. Following an impact on the rearview mirror, a piece of the black plastic part broke, the part not being removable, the complete rearview mirror must be replaced. However, my vehicle is equipped with body-colored mirror shells, so I am recovering my shell to place it on the new mirror.
    • Following an impact on the rearview mirror, a piece of the black plastic part broke, the part not being removable, the complete rearview mirror must be replaced.

    • However, my vehicle is equipped with body-colored mirror shells, so I am recovering my shell to place it on the new mirror.

  2. The new rearview mirror (VAN WEZEL - 1873818) is delivered with the glass and the outer shell in the next layer that must be repainted in the desired color. (In my situation I will take my shell and place it on the new rearview mirror) The new rearview mirror (VAN WEZEL - 1873818) is delivered with the glass and the outer shell in the next layer that must be repainted in the desired color. (In my situation I will take my shell and place it on the new rearview mirror)
    • The new rearview mirror (VAN WEZEL - 1873818) is delivered with the glass and the outer shell in the next layer that must be repainted in the desired color. (In my situation I will take my shell and place it on the new rearview mirror)

  3. Remove the cover to access the 3 fixing screws I use two plastic trim removers so as not to damage the cover. Leverage the cover
    • Remove the cover to access the 3 fixing screws

    • I use two plastic trim removers so as not to damage the cover.

    • Leverage the cover

  4. Access to the 3 fixing screws (8 mm) I use a 3/8 ratchet, an extension and an 8MM socket Unscrew the 3 screws
    • Access to the 3 fixing screws (8 mm)

    • I use a 3/8 ratchet, an extension and an 8MM socket

    • Unscrew the 3 screws

  5. Unhook the rearview mirror, then remove the electrical terminal Press the tab and disconnect the mirror Press the tab and disconnect the mirror
    • Unhook the rearview mirror, then remove the electrical terminal

    • Press the tab and disconnect the mirror

  6. I use the plastic lever again so as not to damage the glass which is in good condition. Disconnect the 2 defrost terminals Detach the 4 fasteners from the hull and remove it
    • I use the plastic lever again so as not to damage the glass which is in good condition.

    • Disconnect the 2 defrost terminals

    • Detach the 4 fasteners from the hull and remove it

  7. Place the old shell back on the new mirror, it will just need to be placed and will clip in place by pushing it Reconnect the electrical terminals Replace the rearview mirror
    • Place the old shell back on the new mirror, it will just need to be placed and will clip in place by pushing it

    • Reconnect the electrical terminals

    • Replace the rearview mirror

  8. Tighten the 3 fixing screws Replace the cover on its lower part then push to engage the plastic clip in its housing Replace the cover on its lower part then push to engage the plastic clip in its housing
    • Tighten the 3 fixing screws

    • Replace the cover on its lower part then push to engage the plastic clip in its housing

  9. Finally, check that it is working properly.
    • Finally, check that it is working properly.

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9 Comments

For me the mirror had come loose and the tutorial was very useful for removing the window and the trim cover... thank you!

michael.charuel - Reply

I would like to know how to remove the cover. I tried to remove it but the piece of white plastic remained in its location in the bodywork and I cannot clip the cover "the white plastic that clips"

sarra lacroix1999 - Reply

I did everything as described, but my mirror doesn't move an inch...any ideas?!!

jimy2b66 - Reply

Well the retro is brand new… how do I test the wiring?,,

jimy2b66 -

Defective part?

arnaud.janssen -

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