2001 town car. Need to replace right side rear

I would probably just see if u can find another one from the salavage yards. Not worth the time fixing it.

usually clipped in

• remove the door trim at the mirror
• remove the three bolts holding the mirror assembly
• disconnect the electrical connector (assuming its powered mirror)
• remove the mirror and replace

remove trim panel, remove mirror fasteners.

Glass, Outside Mirror—Town Car

Removal and Installation

1. Push upper edge of outside rear view mirror glass (17K707) into the outside rear view mirror to expose latch release.
   

1. Using a small flat-bladed screw driver or equivalent, move latch release to released position.
   

1. Remove outside rear view mirror glass mounting back and outside rear view mirror glass from outside rear view mirror.
   

1. Disconnect heater wire connectors and auto dimmer connector, if equipped.
   

1. To install reverse Removal procedure.
   

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Mirror, Power—Outside Rear View
Town Car

Removal and Installation

1. Disconnect battery ground cable (14301). Refer to Section 14-01 .
   

1. Remove front door trim panel (23942). Refer to Section 01-05 .
   

Trim Panels, Door Front—Town Car
Removal

1. Snap out two door pull strap retaining screw covers. Remove screws.
   

1. Remove three screws on front and rear side and center of front door trim panel (23942).
   

1. NOTE: The following procedure must be used during removal and installation of the door armrest and trim panel. Refer to the appropriate illustrations for component and vehicle model identification.
   
   Using the Trim Pad Removing Tool from Rotunda Windshield and Moulding/Trim Removal Kit 107-R0401 or equivalent, pry the trim panel retaining clips from the door inner panel.
   

1. NOTE: Do not use front door trim panel to remove trim clips from door inner panel. Replace any bent, damaged or missing push pins.
   
   Remove window regulator control switch housing from front door trim panel. Lift up housing in front and disconnect all connectors.
   

1. Disconnect wiring harness and heated seat switch electrical connectors if equipped.
   

1. Remove the door trim panel.
   

1. Disconnect two electrical connectors.
   

1. Remove nut from outside rear view mirror mounting base.
   

1. Swing outside rear view mirror (17682) toward driver door window glass to expose screw in mount base.
   

1. Remove screw from outside rear view mirror base.
   

1. Remove outside rear view mirror from front door (20124). Guide wiring and connectors through hole in front door.
   

1. To install, reverse Removal procedure. Tighten nuts to 8-10 Nm (71-88 lb-
   

did you or someone else put that part on ....and IS it the CORRECT part....sorry but need more info ....waiting for reply

your window motor is probably shot so you may need to get a new one or go to a junkyard and get one out of a junk car

are you trting to tighten the mirror glass or the mirror where it attaches to the body? I don't think glass is removable in 99. Only can try to press on glass to seat if unseated. not too hard.

1. Remove the front door trim panel; refer to Section 501-05 .
2. go to car-part.com for a used mirror. Page with * is cheapest seller.

1. Remove the speaker.
   1. Remove the screws.
   1. Disconnect the electrical connector.
   1. Remove the speaker.

1. Remove the outside rear view mirror (17682).
   1. Disconnect the power mirror wiring clips.
   1. Remove the outside rear view mirror nuts.
   1. Remove the outside rear view mirror.
      • Feed the power mirror wiring through the opening in the front door (20124).

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SECTION 501-09: Rear View Mirrors 2001 Explorer/Mountaineer Workshop Manual
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION Exterior Mirror Glass, 2001 model Removal
NOTE: Exterior mirror glass is serviceable only on vehicles built after July of 2001.
NOTE: Passenger side exterior mirror shown, driver side exterior mirror similar.
All mirrors

1. Position the glass in the full up position.

1. Locate the notch at the bottom of the exterior mirror glass.

1. Release the exterior mirror glass.
   1. Insert a long flat-bladed screwdriver in the notch.
   1. Push the screwdriver into the notch until the glass is released.

Heated mirrors

1. Position aside the exterior mirror glass.

1. Disconnect the electrical connectors.

All mirrors

1. Remove the exterior mirror glass (17K707) passenger side or (17T675) driver side.

Installation
Heated mirrors

1. Connect the electrical connectors.

All mirrors

1. Position the exterior mirror glass on the exterior mirror motor.

1. Place a hand against the back of the exterior mirror housing and a hand flat against the exterior mirror glass. Press the glass in place until fully seated.

These mirrors are all made by one company, no matter the car maker, they all have the same problems, they are very unreliable, if u have power to the mirror which I am 100% sure u do the mirror will need to be replaced, they are not repairable they are about $250-300

SECTION 501-09: Rear View Mirrors 2001 Villager Workshop Manual REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION Mirror —Exterior Rear View Removal

1. Remove the front door trim panel. For additional information, refer to Section 501-05 .

1. Remove the upper speaker.
   1. Disconnect the electrical connector.
   1. Remove the bolts.
   1. Remove the speaker.

1. Position the watershield aside.

1. Remove the exterior rear view mirror access panel.

1. Disconnect the exterior rear view mirror electrical connectors.
   • Release the wiring harness locator.

1. Remove the exterior rear view mirror.
   • Remove the bolts.
   • Feed the wiring harness through the door opening.

I researched the maintenance manual. The fuse you need to replace is fuse 20 in the under dash fuse box. It controls side windows, washer motor, rear view dim function, and possible seat memory. There are a couple that link to the mirrors, but this is the one for this problem.