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

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

NOTE: Secure mirror against falling off.

Disconnect plug connection (1).

Press rubber guide (2) to one side and release screws (3).

Tightening torque. See BODY EQUIPMENT - TIGHTENING TORQUES .

Fig 1: Identifying Plug Connection And Rubber Guide
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Installation: 

Make sure grommet for plug connection (1) is correctly seated

Replacement: 

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

Remove mirror (1) outwards.

Installation: 

Check function.

Fig 2: Identifying Mirror
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Installation: 

Acoustic insulation (1) must not be damaged.

Fig 3: Identifying Acoustic Insulation
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