51 16 040 Removing And Installing/Replacing Housing (Cover) On Left Or Right Door Mirror

Necessary Preliminary Tasks:

NOTE: The housing is secured without play by the four multitooth catches (2) in the clips (3).

Unlock catches (1 and 2) with a screwdriver.

Pull on housing and unlock all four clips (3) in succession.

Installation:

Replace all clips (3).

Fig 1: View Of Multitooth Catches

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Installation:

Catches (1) and guides (2) on housing (3) must not be damaged.

Fig 2: Locating Catches And Guides On Housing

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