67 13 001 Replacing drive unit for electrically operated left or right door mirror

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove MIRROR GLASS for rearview mirror.

Release screws (1).

Remove drive unit for electrically operated door mirror (2) slightly in direction of arrow.

Unfasten plug connection (3) and disconnect.

Remove drive for electrically adjustable door mirror (2).

Fig 1: Removing Drive Unit For Electrically Operated Door Mirror

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Build date from 03/2007:

Release screw (1) and remove drive (2).

Fig 2: Identifying Screw And Drive

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