51 16 040 Removing and installing/replacing housing on left or right exterior mirror

Necessary preliminary tasks 

• Remove RETAINING RING ON EXTERIOR MIRROR
• Remove PROTECTIVE CAP ON EXTERIOR MIRROR .
• Remove MIRROR ADJUSTMENT DRIVE .

Release screws (1).

If necessary, disconnect the connector (3) from the Top View camera.

Installation note: 

Ensure latch mechanism (2) is correctly seated.

Carefully loosen screw holes (1) from exterior mirror (2).

Feed out housing (3) downward.

Catches (1) and screw holes (2) on housing (3) must not be damaged.

For replacement with Top View camera version: 

• Move TOP VIEW CAMERA .
  Fig 3: Identifying Catches, Screw Holes And Housing

  Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

5116040 Removing and installing/replacing housing on left or right exterior mirror