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51 16 040 Removing and installing/replacing housing on left or right door mirror (M5)

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

Release screws (1).

Tightening torque: see 9AZ in 51 16 MIRRORS, FINISHERS, ASHTRAYS, CONSOLES

Fig 1: Identifying Screws
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Remove foam material (1) and release screws (2) underneath.

Tightening torque: see 15AZ in 51 16 MIRRORS, FINISHERS, ASHTRAYS, CONSOLES

Fig 2: Identifying Foam Material And Screws
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IMPORTANT: Make a note of coding of plugs on cable (4).

Disconnect cable (4) from plug.

Detach grommet (3) from cable (4).

Detach housing (1) from retaining plate (2).

Feed cable (4) through retaining plate (2).

Remove housing (1) from carrier (5).

Fig 3: Identifying Carrier, Cable, Grommet, Retaining Plate, And Housing
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