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51 16 045 Removing and installing/replacing retaining ring on left or right exterior mirror

Necessary preliminary work: 

Release screws (1 to 3).

Installation note: 

Observe installation locations of screws (1 to 3):

Fig 1: Identifying Installation Locations Of Screws
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Release electric motor for electrically adjustable exterior mirror at latch mechanisms (1).

Feed out retaining ring (2) to the rear of exterior mirror and electric motor.

Installation note: 

Make sure retaining ring (2) is correctly fitted on housing (3).

Fig 2: Identifying Housing, Retaining Ring And Latch Mechanisms
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