51 16 040 Removing And Installing/Replacing Housing On Left Or Right Door Mirror

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove mirror glass

IMPORTANT:

Risk of damage!

Secure housing (2) against falling off.

NOTE: Housing (2) is secured without play by four multitooth catches (1) on retaining ring (3).

Unlock multitooth catches (1) with a screwdriver.

Unclip housing (2) forwards from retaining ring (3) and remove.

Fig 1: Removing Housing

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Installation:

Multitooth catches (1) and guide (2) on housing (3) must not be damaged.

Fig 2: Identifying Catches & Guide On Housing

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Installation:

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

Fig 3: Identifying Locators On Retaining Plate

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