51 16 060 Removing and installing/replacing inside mirror (with mirror arm end caps)

WARNING: This page is about a different variant/trim than selected.

IMPORTANT: Work may only be carried out at a room/object temperature of 18... 28 ° C.
If this can not be guaranteed (cold/hot countries), it is necessary to equalize the temperature of the windscreen, mirror base and inside mirror (e.g. vehicle left to stand indoors or in the shade for at least 30 minutes).

Version with remote key for central locking system:

If necessary, disconnect negative lead from BATTERY .

Version with compass:

Check compass function if replacing or after disconnecting inside mirror plug connection or battery.

If necessary, CALIBRATE COMPASS IN INTERIOR REARVIEW MIRROR .

IMPORTANT: To avoid windscreen breakage:
Screw inside mirror off mirror mount.
Inside mirror must not be pulled or pressed off towards front or rear.

NOTE: Do not exert any pressure on mirror base when removing end caps (1).

Press end caps (1) towards mirror housing (2); this releases clip connection of both end caps (1).

In order not to create any tension at the mirror base, simultaneously apply counterpressure to the mirror housing when removing the end caps.

Fig 1: Pressing End Caps Towards Mirror Housing

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Twist inside mirror (1) at an angle towards front and right/top.

Swivel left end cap (2) off ball neck in direction of arrow; this detaches the engagement clip (3) from the metal foot.

Fig 2: Detaching Engagement Clip From Metal Foot

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Twist inside mirror (1) at an angle towards front and left/top.

Swivel right end cap (2) off ball neck in direction of arrow; this detaches the engagement clip from the metal foot.

Fig 3: Twisting Inside Mirror At Angle Towards Front And Left/Top

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Installation note:

Clips (1) and retaining hooks (2) of end caps (3) must not be damaged, replace if necessary.

Fig 4: Identifying Clips And Retaining Hooks Of End Caps

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Version with cable (X):

Disconnect plug connection (1).

Fig 5: Identifying Plug Connection

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IMPORTANT: Do not pull or press inside mirror off towards front or rear.

Twist mirror base approx. 45° to right until mirror base is released from mirror mount.

Fig 6: Twisting Mirror Base Approx. 45° To Right

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Installation note:

Twist mirror foot by approx. 45° and fit to mirror base.
Turn mirror base until it engages on mirror mount.

Fig 7: Twisting Mirror Base By Approx. 45° And Fit To Mirror Mount
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Only replace with version with remote key for central locking system:

Initialize all transmitters (ignition keys), refer to Owner's Handbook.