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Power Mirror System: Removal & Installation Mercury Sable III

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REMOVAL & INSTALLATION

WARNINGWhen battery is disconnected, vehicle computer and memory systems may lose memory data. Driveability problems may exist until computer systems have completed a relearn cycle. See COMPUTER RELEARN PROCEDURES article in GENERAL INFORMATION before disconnecting battery.

If equipped with auto-dimming, unplug harness connectors at rear of mirror. Grasp mirror firmly, insert small flat-bladed screwdriver into slot at base of mirror mount and pry mirror off mount. To install, use Mirror Replacer (T91P-17700-AH). Slide mirror onto mounting bracket. Reconnect wiring.

Remove door panel. Remove mirror mounting hole cover. (Scheme 1) Disconnect mirror wiring harness connector. Remove mirror attac hing nuts. Remove mirror assembly while guiding wiring and connector through hole in door. To install, reverse removal procedure. Tighten nuts to approximately 53 INCH lbs. (6 N.m).

Scheme 1

Scheme 1: Removal & Installation

Point mirror glass as far inward as possible to allow clearance between glass and mirror housing at outer edge of mirror. Insert fingers into clearance, and pull mirror glass. If fingers will not fit between glass and housing, use a screwdriver and cloth to pry mirror glass out. Glass will snap out without being damaged. Disconnect heater wires (if equipped). Remove motor attaching screws. Unplug motor connector, and remove motor. To install, reverse removal procedure. Ensure mirror glass locking tabs align before snapping in glass.

Remove driver-side door panel. Depress retaining clips on switch housing. Push base of switch out of door panel. Unplug wiring connector. Remove switch. To install, reverse removal procedure.

Scheme 2: Power Mirror System Wiring Diagram