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

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Release screws (1).

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

Installation note:

Ensure latch mechanism (2) is correctly seated.

Fig 1: Identifying Top View Camera Connector, Latch Mechanism And Screws

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

Feed out housing (3) downward.

Fig 2: Identifying Exterior Mirror And Screw Holes

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

For replacement with Top View camera version:

Fig 3: Identifying Catches, Screw Holes And Housing

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