Power Outside Mirror Removal/Installation

2008 Mazda Tribute s Sport, 4WDSECTION Power Outside Mirror Removal/Installation
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  1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
  2. Remove the inner garnish.
  3. Remove the front door trim. (See FRONT DOOR TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
  4. Partially peel off the door screen.
  5. Disconnect the connector.
  6. Remove the nuts, and then remove the power outside mirror.
    Fig 1: Removing/Installing Power Outside Mirror
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  7. Install in the reverse order of removal.
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