Replacing Dual-Arm TT Mirror
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Replacing Dual-Arm TT Mirror
So, I was backing up in my driveway last weekend, and a tree jumped in the way of my driver's side mirror , and creamed it. The glass is gone (buried in the snow until April or May), and the outer shell is in several pieces. The plate (behind the glass)with wiring and electronics appears to be intact. It's a 2002 dual arm power version (no heat or lights). I've done a few searches, and found a variety of posts - nothing specific. My questions:
1) Any readily available procudures for removing/replacing the assembly?
2) Are separate components available, or do I need to purchase the entire assembly?
3) Anybody know part nos. and suggestions for where to order FACTORY items from? (I want to stay away from aftermarket - read stories of vibrations, poor fit, etc)
Thanks
Phil
1) Any readily available procudures for removing/replacing the assembly?
2) Are separate components available, or do I need to purchase the entire assembly?
3) Anybody know part nos. and suggestions for where to order FACTORY items from? (I want to stay away from aftermarket - read stories of vibrations, poor fit, etc)
Thanks
Phil
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They are a single piece. As far as replacing it, it's a snap. Part # is 5C3Z-17683EAA for the drivers side.
There are 2 bolts that hold on the door panel, one behing the "sail" panel and the other behind the red marker light on the bottom of the door. Behind the rubber plugs in the door you will find the nuts (3) that attach the mirrors. You need to take the door panel off to access the electrical connector for the power mirrors.
Forgive me if I forgot somethings. It has been a year or so since I swapped the "sport" style mirrors to the trailor tow mirrors.
I swapped out both sides in about a hour. It is really easy to replace the mirrors.
One quick tip. Apply some grease to the nuts of the mirrors fasteners to prevent the nuts falling out of the socket and down inside the door.
Good Luck
There are 2 bolts that hold on the door panel, one behing the "sail" panel and the other behind the red marker light on the bottom of the door. Behind the rubber plugs in the door you will find the nuts (3) that attach the mirrors. You need to take the door panel off to access the electrical connector for the power mirrors.
Forgive me if I forgot somethings. It has been a year or so since I swapped the "sport" style mirrors to the trailor tow mirrors.
I swapped out both sides in about a hour. It is really easy to replace the mirrors.
One quick tip. Apply some grease to the nuts of the mirrors fasteners to prevent the nuts falling out of the socket and down inside the door.
Good Luck
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Thanks for the replies - now if I can only find the mirror for less than $200 
I have a different part number (from another site) than the one you posted, boxcar... THey're close, but I don't know how different they might be
Anybody know the difference between the one posted above (5C3Z-17683EAA) and this one: 3C3Z-17683DAA ?
I thought there was a site that had a "Ford Part nos decoding key" somewhere...
Thanks again
Phil
I have a different part number (from another site) than the one you posted, boxcar... THey're close, but I don't know how different they might be
Anybody know the difference between the one posted above (5C3Z-17683EAA) and this one: 3C3Z-17683DAA ?
I thought there was a site that had a "Ford Part nos decoding key" somewhere...
Thanks again
Phil
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You could buy this set and sell the extra one on Ebay...or, you may find the one you need on Ebay....
http://www.parts.com/partlocator/ind...catalogid=3138
Argghhh located in accessories catalog
http://www.genuine-ford-parts.com/
http://www.parts.com/partlocator/ind...catalogid=3138
Argghhh located in accessories catalog
http://www.genuine-ford-parts.com/
Last edited by sportscar; Dec 2, 2005 at 06:33 AM.
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Follow Up post. Ordered the mirror from parts.com (thanks sportscar) - part No. 3C3Z-17683DAA (driver's side telescopic two-arm, power, no heat, no lights). $140 with shipping - expensive, but cheaper than I could find anywhere else...
FYI Here's a link to some great instructions with photos - they were great! - completed in a lunch hour without a hitch: http://www.eurekaboy.com/f250/newmirrors2.htm
boxcar1974 - your instructions were right on, except that mine had four 11mm nuts holding the mirror on
, and like fortyfords said, removing the speaker makes the plug easier to access (takes a 5.5mm socket/wrench)
Thanks again all
Phil
FYI Here's a link to some great instructions with photos - they were great! - completed in a lunch hour without a hitch: http://www.eurekaboy.com/f250/newmirrors2.htm
boxcar1974 - your instructions were right on, except that mine had four 11mm nuts holding the mirror on
, and like fortyfords said, removing the speaker makes the plug easier to access (takes a 5.5mm socket/wrench)Thanks again all
Phil
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Does the mirror also fold (flip) foward too? I'm looking to change my sports mirror to TT mirrors and I want the ones that fold both ways. Have seen the 3C3Z-17683DAA (mirror you got) and 3C3Z-17682DAA (right side) on the web (Powerstrokeshop.com has them for $125 ea). Also wanted to ask what type connector does it have - round or rectangle?
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rafman:
Just getting back online - been on vaca for a week or so...
To answer, yes, the mirror flips forward as well. It has a rectangular connector on the mirror, but a pigtail is included in the package, that has a square and a round connector on it.
Hope this helps...
Phil
Just getting back online - been on vaca for a week or so...
To answer, yes, the mirror flips forward as well. It has a rectangular connector on the mirror, but a pigtail is included in the package, that has a square and a round connector on it.
Hope this helps...
Phil
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Hi guys,
Thanks for the info and pointers. I just ordered the mirrors from genuine-ford-parts.com. Ran me $257 + ~$25 for shipping. BTW, found this site indirectly via FTE seacrh so thanks FTE !!
-Ray
Thanks for the info and pointers. I just ordered the mirrors from genuine-ford-parts.com. Ran me $257 + ~$25 for shipping. BTW, found this site indirectly via FTE seacrh so thanks FTE !!
-Ray
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Have a look at this link (phil also had included it in one of his posts). Guy did exactly what you are looking for.
http://www.eurekaboy.com/f250/newmirrors2.htm
http://www.eurekaboy.com/f250/newmirrors2.htm