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Quick Summary

The Ford Edge side-view mirror-also called a door mirror, wing mirror, or exterior mirror-is a safety part that lets you see traffic beside and behind your SUV. Newer Edge models use smart tech like Blind-Spot Information System (BLIS) lights in the mirror glass, heating elements for frost, power-fold motors, and even memory that tilts the mirror when you back up. U.S. law (FMVSS 111) sets the basic size and view rules, and crash-safety groups such as IIHS list blind-spot detection as a key safety add-on.

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Mirror Basics

A Ford Edge has two outside mirrors, one on each front door. They are unit-magnification glass so objects look the right size and are easier to judge.
Each mirror housing snaps onto the door with three studs and a multi-pin wiring plug hidden behind the interior trim panel.
Edge mirrors may include convex passenger-side glass marked "Objects in mirror are closer than they appear" to widen the view. (nhtsa.gov)

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Key Features by Trim

• Power adjust: A four-way thumb pad in the door lets you move the glass.
• Power-fold: Press a switch or lock the Edge and the mirrors tuck in to protect themselves.
• Heated glass: A thin grid melts ice when you press the rear-defrost button.
• BLIS lights: Radar behind the rear wheels triggers amber LEDs in the mirror when a car sits in your blind spot.
• Puddle lamps: LEDs under the shell light the ground when you unlock the SUV.
• Memory & reverse tilt: On trims with memory seats, the driver can save two mirror positions and auto-dip the right mirror while reversing.
• Auto-dim (some Titanium & ST models): Glass darkens at night to cut glare.

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Safety & Legal Points

All U.S. passenger vehicles must meet Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 111 for mirror size, field of view, and break-away strength.
NHTSA allows convex passenger mirrors to meet the view rule. (nhtsa.gov)
Because of that wide view and BLIS, the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety lists blind-spot detection as "optional" on 2013-2018 Edge and "standard" from 2019 forward.
Car and Driver calls blind-spot monitoring one of the Edge's "desirable driver-assistance" features.
Proper mirror aim matters more than fancy tech. Popular Mechanics teaches the head-lean method so the wing mirror covers the blind-zone instead of your own fender.

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Technology Deep Dive

BLIS radar watches a zone about 10 ft (3 m) wide and 59 ft (18 m) long beside the Edge; when a vehicle enters, an icon glows in the mirror.
Cross-Traffic Alert uses the same radar to warn you of cars crossing behind when you back out of a driveway; the mirror indicator flashes plus a chime sounds.
Power-fold motors self-index; if someone pushes the mirror manually, cycle fold/unfold with the switch to re-sync the gears.

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Fitment by Generation

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Electrical & Fuses

If your mirrors stop moving, check fuse #25 (driver door module) in the interior panel and fuse #23 (BLIS & camera) in the engine bay.
The mirror heater draws from the rear-defrost circuit, so a blown defroster fuse will also kill glass heating.

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Common Problems

• Cracked glass: Most often from garage door mishaps; you can snap in new glass in minutes.
• Loose housing: Road-salt corrosion can weaken the metal bracket; tighten the three nuts behind the door trim.
• Motor not running: Check wiring at the hinge; repeated folding can break the harness.
• BLIS fault message: Dirt on radar or a blown fuse #23 can disable the system.

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DIY Replacement Steps

1. Pop off the interior sail panel trim.
2. Unplug the mirror connector.
3. Remove the three 10 mm nuts; lift mirror away.
4. Swap painted cover or turn-signal lamp if needed.
5. Install new mirror, tighten nuts, plug in, test all functions, and refit trim.
   Tip: save painted caps to avoid a trip to the body shop.

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Cost & Value

A full powered, heated, BLIS mirror for an Edge averages $867-$889 installed according to RepairPal.
Mobile mechanics quoting on YourMechanic list a median cost of about $511, with parts around $371 and labor near $140.
Just damaged glass? Aftermarket snap-in lenses cost under $40 and take five minutes to fit, often with no tools needed.

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Care & Maintenance

• Fold mirrors when parking on a narrow street to avoid hits.
• Use the rear-defrost button to clear ice; do not scrape heated glass with metal tools.
• Clean the camera lens (if equipped) under the mirror with lens-safe wipes to keep the 360° system clear.
• Adjust mirrors using the blind-spot-proof method and teach young drivers to do the same.

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Advanced Adjustments

Owners who like reverse-tilt can program the mirror angle into seat memory: shift to R, aim the mirror down, then press and hold the memory button until it beeps.
Tech-savvy users can also enable or tweak mirror functions with FORScan software, but always back up the original settings first.

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Q: What mirror styles came on the Edge?
A: First-gen SUVs offered manual-fold or power-adjust mirrors; second-gen models added power-fold, puddle lights, BLIS, memory, and auto-dim.

Q: Can I drive if one mirror is missing?
A: Federal rules say you need at least a driver-side outside mirror and an interior mirror with full rear view; if that view is blocked you must have a passenger-side mirror too.

Q: Does every Edge have heated glass?
A: No. Heated mirrors are standard on Titanium and ST, optional on SE/SEL; look for a defrost icon on the mirror or press rear-defrost to check.

Q: Why does my BLIS light stay on?
A: The radar may be dirty or its fuse blown; clean the bumper and check fuse #23 in the engine box.

Q: Glass rattles after replacement-what did I miss?
A: Make sure the new lens snapped onto all four plastic tabs; tug gently to confirm it's locked.

Q: Where is the mirror fuse?
A: Driver-side mirror power is on interior fuse #25; passenger side is tied into the same module. Look under the steering column.

Q: How long does a mirror swap take?
A: A shop needs about 0.6-0.8 labor-hours; most DIYers finish in 30-45 minutes with a 10 mm socket.

Q: Will aftermarket glass affect BLIS?
A: Yes-only mirrors with the correct translucent icon will pass light from the built-in LED; plain glass blocks it.

Q: Is paint-to-match required?
A: Mirror caps are body-color on SEL and above; you can reuse the old cap or order an unpainted cap and have it sprayed to match.

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Helpful Links

• Ford BLIS tech page for how the system works (ford.com).
• FMVSS 111 full text on rear visibility (nhtsa.gov).
• IIHS safety ratings showing blind-spot availability (iihs.org).
• Mirror aiming guide from Popular Mechanics.
• Fuse-chart for 2015-2022 Edge (fuse-box.info).