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

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

• Partially lever out COVER ON INNER DOOR WINDOW FRAME  in area at front.

Disconnect plug connection (1).

Unlock plug connections (2) and disconnect from control unit (3).

Press cover (1) to one side.

Press rubber grommet (2) outwards.

Release screws (3) and feed out mirror (4) with cable.

Installation: 

Tightening torque: see 1AZ in 51 16 MIRRORS, FINISHERS, ASHTRAYS, CONSOLES .

Replacement only:

Due to the thread-tapping screws, the tightening torque of the new mirror is increased by 2 Nm.

Tightening torque: see 1AZ in 51 16 MIRRORS, FINISHERS, ASHTRAYS, CONSOLES .

Installation: 

Following parts of mirror must not be damaged or missing:

• Seal on mirror base plate
• Sound insulation in front door

Carry out function check.