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51 16 026 Replacing mirror glass

WARNING:

If mirror glass is damaged:

Wear protective goggles and tear proof gloves during the removal operation.

Risk of injury by flaking-off glass splinters.

Tilt mirror glass (1) downwards.

Tape off housing edge and mirror glass with adhesive tape (2) (risk of damage).

Slide bore of bayonet lock (3) with a suitable tool to left until bayonet lock (3) is fully unlocked.

NOTE: Also slide bayonet lock (3) to left on right side.
Fig 1: Identifying Bayonet Lock & Mirror Glass
G04749622Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Remove mirror glass from mirror and disconnect plug connections (1) for mirror heating.

Disconnect plug connection (3) for automatic dimming action and mirror glass (2).

Installation: 

Clip plug connection (3) in to holder (4).

Fig 2: Disconnecting Plug Connection For Automatic Dimming Action & Mirror Glass
G04749623Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Installation: 

Following parts of mirror glass must not be damaged or missing:

  1. Connections for mirror heating
  2. Locating pin on bayonet lock
  3. Guides for cable of automatic dimming action

Position mirror glass with locating pin (1) on mounts on servodrive.

Slide bayonet lock to right until bore (4) is vertical. Check function.

Fig 3: Position Mirror Glass With Locating Pin (1)
G04749624Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.