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

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

NOTE: On version with speaker, corner trim can remain hanging over door trim panel.

IMPORTANT: Risk of damage!
Secure mirror against falling down.

Disconnect plug connection (1).

Fold seal (2) to one side slightly and release screws (3).

Installation:

Rubber grommet for plug connection (1) must be correctly seated on door.

Seal (2) must be correctly seated on door trim panel and door.

Fig 1: Identifying Plug Connection, Plug Connection & Screws

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Remove mirror (1) outwards.

Installation:

Check function.

Fig 2: Removing Mirror

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Installation:

Seals (1 and 2) at the rear-view mirror (3) must not be omitted or damaged.

Fig 3: Identifying Rear-View Mirror

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