51 16 000 Removing and installing/replacing mirror on left or right front door

Remove speaker in window frame of front door.

Unfasten cable clip (1).

Pull off adhesive tape (2) and expose wire (3).

Fig 1: Pulling Off Adhesive Tape And Expose Wire

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Lever out cover (1) and release screw underneath.

Pull cover (3) to one side.

Release screw (5) and detach mirror (4) with cable (2).

Installation:

Tightening torque, see 51 16 1AZ in BODY EQUIPMENT - TIGHTENING TORQUES .

Fig 2: Releasing Screw And Detaching Mirror With Cable

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Installation:

Install mirror base with seal (1) and sound insulation (2).

Carry out function check.

Fig 3: Installing Mirror Base With Seal

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