51 16 041 Removing and installing/replacing cover cap on left or right exterior mirror

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Press together latch mechanism (1) and slightly press protective cap (2) to the outside.

Feed out protective cap (2) to the top from retaining ring (3).

Fig 1: Identifying Exterior Mirror Latch Mechanism And Protective Cap

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Installation note:

Latch mechanisms and guides on protective cap must not be damaged.

Fig 2: Locating Exterior Mirror Protective Cap Guide

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