51 16 000 Removing and installing/replacing mirror on left or right front door

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Disconnect plug connection (1).

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

Fig 1: Identifying Plug Connection And Plug Connections

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Press cover (1) to one side.

Press rubber grommet (2) outwards.

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

Installation:

Tightening torque 51 16 1AZ .

Replacement only:

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

Tightening torque 51 16 1AZ .

Fig 2: Identifying Screws And Feed Out Mirror With Cable

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Installation:

Following parts of mirror must not be damaged or missing:

Carry out function check.