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Removal Of Version (B):

Version with automatic dim action (electro-chrome technology) for interior mirror and/or remote control:

Lever out plug cover and disconnect plug connection.

Fig 1: Disconnecting Plug Connection
G03252760Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.
IMPORTANT: Do not remove interior mirror (1) towards rear or by twisting (risk of damage).

Snap out interior mirror (1) from mirror mount towards front by striking with ball of thumb and remove.

Fig 2: Snaping Out Interior Mirror From Mirror Mount Towards Front
G03252761Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Installation: 

  1. Twist mirror foot by approx. 45° and fit to mirror mount.
  2. Turn mirror foot until it engages on mirror base.
    Fig 3: Fitting To Mirror Mount
    G03252762Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Only replace with version with remote control for central locking:

Installation: 

Initialize all transmitters (ignition keys), refer to Owner's Handbook.