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

Unclip trim (1) from retaining clip (2) in inward direction.

Slide trim (1) upwards slightly out of guide (3) and remove.

Installation: 

Retaining clip (2) must be fitted on door.

Installation: 

Following parts of trim must not be damaged or missing:

1. Sound insulation
2. Retaining lug
3. Guide
   Fig 2: Sound Insulation, Retaining Lug & Guide

   Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Disconnect plug connection (1).

Fold seal (2) to one side slightly and release screws (3).

Tightening torque 51 16 1AZ .

Installation: 

Rubber grommet for plug connection (1) must be correctly seated on door.

Seal (2) must be correctly seated on door trim panel and door.

Remove mirror (1) outwards.

Installation: 

Check function.

Replacement 

• Modify MIRROR GLASS , replace if necessary
• Modify COVER CAP , replace if necessary

Unclip trim (1) from retaining clip (2) in inward direction.

Slide trim (1) upwards slightly out of guide (3) and remove.

Installation: 

Retaining clip (2) must be fitted on door.

Installation: 

Following parts of trim must not be damaged or missing:

1. Sound insulation
2. Retaining lug
3. Guide
   Fig 2: Sound Insulation, Retaining Lug & Guide

   Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Disconnect plug connection (1).

Fold seal (2) to one side slightly and release screws (3).

Tightening torque 51 16 1AZ .

Installation: 

Rubber grommet for plug connection (1) must be correctly seated on door.

Seal (2) must be correctly seated on door trim panel and door.

Remove mirror (1) outwards.

Installation: 

Check function.

Replacement 

• Modify MIRROR GLASS , replace if necessary
• Modify COVER CAP , replace if necessary
• Modify mirror base cover, replace if necessary