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Old May 21, 2009 | 12:59 PM
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how to replace towing mirror

Guys, I need a little advice. Last night some jack_ss sheared off my driver's side towing mirror while driving by my truck which was parked on the street. I already have my glass replaced and have already ordered a replacement mirror (complete assembly) that will be here tomorrow. My question is how to remove the mirror and attach the new one. I can see the three plugs that you remove and I can remove the small panel clipped on the inside - what next?
 
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Old May 21, 2009 | 01:13 PM
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Man, that sucks. Have a look at this thread. click here
 
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Old May 21, 2009 | 01:47 PM
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Thanks - so I'm correct thinking it is the two bolts behind the plugs?
 
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Old May 21, 2009 | 01:52 PM
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Man that stinks. I think you take off the inside pannels like you said and remove the nuts and that's about it.
 
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Old May 21, 2009 | 03:57 PM
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Originally Posted by nunya001
Thanks - so I'm correct thinking it is the two bolts behind the plugs?
Man that does suck: Here's a link with pics (pics are always my favorite)

New Mirror installation

Mirror removal is real easy on these trucks. Be ready to hold the mirror during removal and installation. I rolled down the window and held it with one hand while starting the nuts with a ratchet with the other. Use a 11mm 6 point deep socket and try like crazy not to let the nut fall into the door. They can disappear - don't ask me how I know this.
 
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Old May 21, 2009 | 04:41 PM
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thanks

You guys always give me solid info. I think the FTE site is one of the coolest things about owning a 7.3 - no other place on the web with such a depth of subject matter expertise and folks so willing to make it understandable. - Thank you.
 
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