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

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Press together latch mechanisms (1) and remove protective cap from the outside.

Fig 1: Pressing Mirror Latch Mechanisms

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Installation note:

Latch mechanisms (1) and guides (2) on protective cap (3) must not be damaged or missing.

Fig 2: Identifying Latch Mechanisms, Guides And Protective Cap

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