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Syringer

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Aug 2, 2001
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So my friend was parked in a garage, when some FVCKER apparently drove by and knocked it off while she was gone. No note or anything.

Anyways then, I haven't seen it yet..but do you guys have any tips on attaching it back on? Is it possible? It's a 2002 Focus..
 
amdskip

amdskip

Lifer
Jan 6, 2001
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Don't they usually use some sort of bolt system? You almost have to look at it and find out what part broke on it.
 
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Heisenberg

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You could glue it back on, but IMO that's not the best option. They usually screw or bolt on. Depending on how much was damaged, you may need to get a new mirror. Then you just have to take apart the door until you can get to the bolts and reattach the mirror.
 
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Angrymarshmello

Lifer
Apr 5, 2000
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Originally posted by: dmurray14
DUCT taped?
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What's wrong with that? When some drunk asshole hit my drivers side mirror off I used electrical tape and a quarter to hold it in place. Electrical tape isn't nearly as strong as duct tape

Syr - do you have a pic of the damage? Either you can temporary fix it by using tape and glue, or if you want it permanently done, go to a junk yard and buy a new one. (The dealer will bend you over the coals for a new one)
 
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BHeemsoth

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Originally posted by: Angrymarshmello
Originally posted by: dmurray14
DUCT taped?
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What's wrong with that? When some drunk asshole hit my drivers side mirror off I used electrical tape and a quarter to hold it in place. Electrical tape isn't nearly as strong as duct tape

Syr - do you have a pic of the damage? Either you can temporary fix it by using tape and glue, or if you want it permanently done, go to a junk yard and buy a new one. (The dealer will bend you over the coals for a new one)
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it will be hard to find a 2002 focus in a junkyard.
 
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Angrymarshmello

Lifer
Apr 5, 2000
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Originally posted by: rpbri2886
Originally posted by: Angrymarshmello
Originally posted by: dmurray14
DUCT taped?
Click to expand...

What's wrong with that? When some drunk asshole hit my drivers side mirror off I used electrical tape and a quarter to hold it in place. Electrical tape isn't nearly as strong as duct tape

Syr - do you have a pic of the damage? Either you can temporary fix it by using tape and glue, or if you want it permanently done, go to a junk yard and buy a new one. (The dealer will bend you over the coals for a new one)
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it will be hard to find a 2002 focus in a junkyard.
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The Focus has been around since the 2000 model year. The only hard part to find in a junkyard for a Focus will be the same color side mirror, assuming it's the body color. It's pretty safe to assume they haven't changed the assembly for a side mirror
 
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Quixfire

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Jul 31, 2001
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Here are the instructions for replacing an exterior mirror as promised.

Exterior Mirror

Removal

1. Detach the trim panel.
  • - Release the clip.
    - Detach the locating tangs.
Figure1

2. Remove the trim panel.
  • - Disconnect the mirror control switch electrical connector.
Figure2

3. Disconnect the mirror electrical connector.
  • - Release the clip.
    - Detach the electrical connector.
    - Disconnect the electrical connector.
Figure3

4. Remove the mirror.
  • - Remove the bolt.
    - Remove the screw.
Figure4

Installation

1. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
 
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Moonbeam

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Nov 24, 1999
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but do you guys have any tips on attaching it back on?
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I believe the mystery process about which you seek enlightenment is called 'reattaching' a mirror.
 
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Angrymarshmello

Lifer
Apr 5, 2000
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Originally posted by: cavemanmoron
call your local Ford dealer,ask how much,and bring it in,

thats the Easiest thing to do ;)
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That's also the Stupidest thing to do. Get ass raped by paying $250 for a frickin' mirror not including labor. Ya, OK.
 
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cavemanmoron

Lifer
Mar 13, 2001
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Originally posted by: Angrymarshmello
Originally posted by: cavemanmoron
call your local Ford dealer,ask how much,and bring it in,

thats the Easiest thing to do ;)
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That's also the Stupidest thing to do. Get ass raped by paying $250 for a frickin' mirror not including labor. Ya, OK.
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go to auto zone,or Advance Auto Parts;buy

American Products Company 902053MCF

MIRROR MANUAL CARB FIBRe

Pricing


Our Price: $79.98







My Vehicle: 2002 FORD FOCUS LX L4 2.0...
 
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Angrymarshmello

Lifer
Apr 5, 2000
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Originally posted by: cavemanmoron
Originally posted by: Angrymarshmello
Originally posted by: cavemanmoron
call your local Ford dealer,ask how much,and bring it in,

thats the Easiest thing to do ;)
Click to expand...

That's also the Stupidest thing to do. Get ass raped by paying $250 for a frickin' mirror not including labor. Ya, OK.
Click to expand...

go to auto zone,or Advance Auto Parts;buy

American Products Company 902053MCF

MIRROR MANUAL CARB FIBRe

Pricing


Our Price: $79.98







My Vehicle: 2002 FORD FOCUS LX L4 2.0...
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Um, that's basically what I was implying.
 
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eakers

Lifer
Aug 14, 2000
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same thing happened to me and i drove around with it duct taped on for like 6 months before i found out it was surprisingly not that expensive to have replaced. (i think i paid like 50 bucks all together cos my mechanic got the part from a scrap yard or something)
 
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