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Gordow, look for my explanation under Interior and Infotainment/Interior/Fuel Mileage Display. if you have any questions, just ask.

Luv your screen name.... you must drive a chrysler?????

Jim, my pleasure to give you more details. It starts with the fact that all out side mirrors will bend toward the door if hit with some force. They are designed to protect pedestrians. The top larger mirror flat is adjustable, the bottom smaller convex mirror is not.Since I needed to move the mirror angle closer to the door, I first gave it a shove and adjusted it so the view of the bottom convex mirror was where I wanted. There are then two ways to proceed. You can fix the mirror in the new position and loose the safety movement ability (the easy way), or, you can modify the swivel joint between the mirror assembly and the mount on the door (much harder). I first tried the easy way. Look under the joint. You will see a circular cover plate. it has two slots 180 degrees apart. Insert a small flat blade screwdriver to release the plate and pull it down and off. Use the slot that is closest to the door. The joint is held together with three screws. After moving the mirror to its new position, drill two starter holes between any two of the screws and screw in sheet metal screws to lock the joint in place. Snap the cover plate back in place and you are done. Should take 15 minutes. I left the mirror like that for a few weeks, but to lose the safety factor bothered me so I finally went with the hard way. Take the cover plate off and remove the three screws holding the two assemblies together. You will then see that when the mirror assembly swivels it acctually moves up on two small ramps built into the joint on the lower section. Using a Dremel cuting wheel, I cut a small portion of the ramps away, only about an eighth of an inch, this allows the mirror to be re-assembled in the new position perserving the safety ability. Instead of just drilling new holes and using machine screws to put it back together, I noticed the mirror assembly portion of the joint has more than three tapped holes for assembly. I then drilled three new holes in the bottom joint, all an eight inch on center from the existing holes to match up with the new position of the top(mirror) joint. The existing machine screws could now be reused. Take care, and good luck.

It comes packed with the jack and tools. You can also order it from Ford if you need more than one, although Ford is supplying them in black if ordered.

Can you tell me anything about the tow point / front ring? Where did you get it? Thanks!

This was simple. There was a cap over the hole where the aux input jack would be. I just removed the cap and the Hella switch was the perfect fit.

fs werks cool flo intake designed for the focus , but fits and performs awsome on the connect.

how did you get the avg to show up on your dash like that??

Where'd you get that mat?

REC, You’re doing an excellent job with your upgrades; I have lived and worked in Germany for a total of 6 years. These European vehicles are made and designed based upon realities that we Americans only now have to deal with. In 1976 while stationed in Germany with the Air Force, my wife and I owned a German made Ford Capri, in 2002 I returned to Europe and purchased a German made Ford Focus, today we have a 2010 German made and assembled in Turkey, Ford Transit Connect. They all are well built and were well received by the Europeans and Americans. Last year I sold my 2000 BMW Z3 coupe hatchback, it was made by BMW racing team USA and was a piece of crap. Typical of U.S. autos for many years now, the 2000 coupe was all show, shallow, and superficial; if it were made in Germany the end product would have been of better quality and integrity. For decades everywhere else but the U.S. has been paying astronomical prices for gas and oil, in 1976 Germans were paying over $2 for a gallon (3.8 liters) of gas. Unfortunately we still have some idiots that are totally clueless, have never travelled outside of their own back yards, and believe soap operas are based on true stories. These are the clowns that will not be ready for nor understand the paradigm shift that is upon us today. In Asia and Europe SUV, Big Pick Up trucks, and Soccer Mom Vans are rare to none. So when you see Joe_TC driving around in his gas hog, just smile and know that he truly is an idiot. Best Wishes and Kind Regards to you and your family always.

Very nice and well done install, kind regards.

How much? Is it better?

where did you get the front spoiler please? airbrush@san.rr.com. Great job!

Is this an aftermarket option or something you came up with on your own?

Fortunately I found your pic with note during my third week of ownership (2 wks 6 days <cheesy grin>) Wonder how useful it'll be for me...

Love the concept. Please contact me with more info. i would love to highlight it on my website.

Nice upgrade!