51 16 063 Removing and installing/replacing interior rear-view mirror (with mirror arm end caps)

IMPORTANT: Work may only be carried out at a room/object temperature of 18... 28 °C.

If this can not be guaranteed (cold/hot countries), it is necessary to equalize the temperature of the windscreen, mirror foot and rear-view mirror (e.g. car left to stand indoors or in the shade for at least 30 minutes).

IMPORTANT: To avoid breaking windscreen:

Screw inside mirror off mirror mount.

Inside mirror must not be pulled or pressed off towards front or rear.

NOTE: Do not exert any pressure on mirror foot when removing end caps (1).

Press end caps (1) towards mirror housing (2); this releases clip connection of both caps (1).

In order not to create any tension at the mirror foot, simultaneously apply counterpressure to the mirror housing when removing the end caps.

Fig 1: Pressing End Caps

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Twist mirror (1) at an angle towards front and right/top.

Swivel left end cap (2) off ball neck in direction of arrow; this detaches the engagement clip (3) from the metal foot.

Fig 2: Removing Left End Cap

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Installation note:

Clips (1) and retaining hooks (2) of end caps (3) must not be damaged, replace if necessary.

Fig 3: Identifying Clips, Retaining Hooks And End Caps

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Twist inside mirror (1) at an angle towards front and left/top.

Swivel right end cap (2) off ball neck in direction of arrow; this detaches the engagement clip from the metal foot.

Fig 4: Removing Right End Cap

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Version with cable:

Disconnect plug connection (1).

Fig 5: Identifying Plug Connection

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IMPORTANT: Do not pull or press inside mirror off towards front or rear.

Twist mirror base approx. 45° to right until mirror base is released from mirror mount.

Fig 6: Releasing Mirror Base From Mirror Mount

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Installation note:

Twist mirror foot by approx. 45° and fit to mirror mount.
Turn mirror foot until it engages on mirror base plate.

Fig 7: Installing Interior Rearview Mirror

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Only replace with version with remote control for central locking:

Initialize all transmitters (ignition keys), refer to vehicle Owner's Handbook.