New Version (Removal and Installation)

Use suitable tool to unclip end cap (1) in direction of arrow and remove.

Fig 1: Unclipping End Cap

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Installation note:  Latch mechanisms (1) and guides (2) on both end caps (3) must not be damaged. For end caps (3) with tabs (4), the spacers must be bonded onto the tabs (4).

Fig 2: Identifying Latch Mechanisms, Guides, End Caps, And Tabs

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Important!  Risk of damage! When removing mirror base, never turn or disengage towards front or rear. Inside mirror is held on mirror socket (2) by clamp (3) and latch mechanism in area (A).

When removing mirror base, never turn or disengage towards front or rear. Inside mirror is held on mirror socket (2) by clamp (3) and latch mechanism in area (A).

If necessary, disconnect plug connection on inside mirror (1). Jerkily pull off inside mirror (1) parallel to windscreen from mirror socket (2).

Installation note:  Retaining clips (3) must not be bent or damaged. Inside mirror (1) in area (A) must be correctly engaged in mirror socket (2).

Fig 3: Identifying Inside Mirror, Mirror Socket, And Clamp

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