51 16 000 Removing And Installing / Replacing Mirror On Left Or Right Front Door

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Release cable tie (1).

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

Fig 1: Identifying Plug Connection And Control Unit

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Raise seal (1) slightly and release screw (2).

Fig 2: Raising Seal

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Press rubber grommet (2) outwards.

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

Installation:

Tightening torque: 51 16 1AZ . See MIRRORS, FINISHERS, ASHTRAYS, CONSOLES for specs.

Connect plug connection (5) with speaker in cover (1).

Replacement:

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

Tightening torque: 51 16 1AZ . See MIRRORS, FINISHERS, ASHTRAYS, CONSOLES for specs.

Fig 3: Identifying Plug Connection, Cover And Mirror

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Installation:

Following parts of mirror must not be damaged or missing:

Check function.