51 16... Removing and installing/replacing cover cap on left or right door mirror

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Necessary preliminary tasks

NOTE: Cover cap is secured without play by four multitooth catches (1) on retaining ring (2).

Secure cover cap against falling off.

Fig 1: Identifying Multitooth Catches And Retaining Ring

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Unlock multitooth catches (1) with a screwdriver.

Unclip cover cap forwards from retaining ring (2) and remove.

Installation:

Multitooth catches (1), catch (2) and guides (3) must not be damaged.

Fig 2: Identifying Catches, Catch And Guides

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Installation:

Locators (1) on retaining ring (2) must not be damaged.

Fig 3: Identifying Locators And Retaining Ring

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