Ford Mondeo Mk5 Door Side Wing Mirror Heated Right O/S Lunar Sky - AK5C

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

Ford Mondeo Mk5 Door Side Wing Mirror Heated Right O/S Lunar Sky is an original body component designed for installation on the passenger side (for right-hand drive vehicles). Thanks to the built-in heated mirror glass, it improves visibility in rain and low temperatures, enhancing driving safety. The carefully selected Lunar Sky paint ensures visual consistency with the bodywork and minimizes the need for additional paintwork.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: RHD-2120570-LUN
• Mark: Ford
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 2120570
• Substitutable numbers: 2120570, DS73-17E714-KCXWAA, DS7317E714KCXWAA
• Location on the vehicle: Right
• Part type: Standard Mirror Assembly
• Color: Lunar Sky - AK5C
• Category: Mirror Assemblies

Purpose and function in the Ford Mondeo Mk5

The presented mirror belongs to the Side Mirrors category and was designed specifically for the fifth-generation Ford Mondeo. Mounted on the right side of the vehicle, it is responsible for monitoring blind spots and observing the adjacent lane, which is crucial when changing lanes, maneuvering, and parking.

The heated mirror surface reduces fogging and frost accumulation, making it easier to maintain a clear view in difficult weather conditions. This feature is particularly useful in daily vehicle operation when quick preparation for driving is essential.

Lunar Sky color and visual fit

The Lunar Sky finish allows for maintaining the stylistic consistency of the Ford Mondeo Mk5 body if the car was factory-painted in this color. As a result, this component can be installed as a replacement for a damaged mirror without the need for a full repaint, and any necessary adjustments can be limited to local shade matching.

Choosing a mirror in the correct color is important not only from an aesthetic point of view but also for the vehicle's value – maintaining a uniform paint coating positively influences the car's perception during resale and facilitates future bodywork and painting tasks.

Heated mirror – practical benefits

The heating system built into the side mirror significantly improves comfort and driving safety during the autumn and winter seasons. After activating the rear window defroster or the corresponding function in the vehicle, the mirror glass evaporates and defrosts faster, which:

• reduces the time needed to prepare the car for driving,
• ensures stable visibility in rain, fog, and at low temperatures,
• reduces the need for manual cleaning of the mirror surface.

Thanks to this, the driver can focus on driving rather than constantly adjusting visibility in the mirrors.

Characteristics of the used component

The offered mirror is a used component, which allows for lower repair costs compared to a new part while maintaining the manufacturer's original specifications. Such components are frequently chosen for post-accident repairs, replacing damaged body elements, and restoring a car to a near-factory condition.

Choosing an original used mirror is a solution that is both economically and technically advantageous – you maintain factory fitment to the bodywork and compatibility with the vehicle's electrical installation.

Upgrade expansion – Ford Side Mirrors

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the side body area in your Ford and need other elements from the same group, such as mirror covers, mirror glass inserts, or complete sets with turn signals, check out the available parts in the Ford Side Mirrors category.

Technical support and additional materials

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Summary

Ford Mondeo Mk5 Door Side Wing Mirror Heated Right O/S Lunar Sky is a practical solution for users looking for an original, heated body component in an attractive used part form. It ensures proper fit to the bodywork, improves visibility in difficult weather conditions, and allows for reduced repair costs while maintaining the factory character of the car.