How to disassemble the interior rearview mirror of a Focus?
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The steps to disassemble the interior rearview mirror of a Focus are: 1. Open the car door and pry open the edge of the tweeter. 2. Remove the tweeter. 3. Disconnect the wiring harness of the rearview mirror. 4. Remove the screws fixing the rearview mirror. 5. Remove the interior rearview mirror to complete the disassembly. Additional information: The method to adjust the central rearview mirror is: Adjust the left and right position so that the left edge of the mirror just cuts off your right ear in the reflection, meaning that under normal driving conditions, you cannot see yourself in the central rearview mirror. For the up and down position, place the distant horizon at the center of the mirror.
To remove the Ford Focus interior rearview mirror, first understand it's a windshield-mounted adhesive design. In most cases, no tools are needed - just manual operation. I've tried this several times in my car: simply grip the mirror base firmly and apply gentle downward pressure or upward leverage. Avoid using excessive force to prevent windshield cracks or interior damage, which would be problematic. If it won't budge, residual adhesive might be too strong - try heating the base area with a hairdryer to soften it for easier removal. After removal, clean old adhesive residue from the glass and prepare new adhesive for reinstallation. While the process is straightforward, careful handling is crucial. If uncertain, consult the owner's manual or search Ford Focus forums for specific diagrams.
