51 16 045 Removing And Installing/Replacing Retaining Ring On Left Or Right Door Mirror

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

• REMOVE HOUSING (COVER) ON DOOR MIRROR .

Release screws (1).

Remove retaining ring (2).

Fig 1: Identifying Retaining Ring

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Installation: 

Guide (1) on retaining ring (2) must not be damaged.

Fig 2: Identifying Guide On Retaining Ring

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