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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 Cable Tie And Plug Connection
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Raise seal (1) slightly and release screw (2).

Fig 2: Identifying Seal And Screw
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Press rubber grommet (2) outwards.

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

Installation: 

Tightening torque. See 51 16 MIRRORS, FINISHERS, ASHTRAYS, CONSOLES .

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. See 51 16 MIRRORS, FINISHERS, ASHTRAYS, CONSOLES .

Fig 3: Identifying Rubber Grommet And Screws
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Installation: 

Following parts of mirror must not be damaged or missing:

Check function.