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

Special tools required:

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Unlock protective cap at latch mechanisms (2) using suitable tool (1).

Fig 1: Securing Cover Cap

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Secure cover cap (2) against falling off.

Unlock latch mechanisms (1) between protective cap (2) and retaining ring (3) with special tool 00 9 317 .

Carefully pull up protective cap (2) and remove.

Fig 2: Removing Protective Cap

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Installation note:

Catches (1) and guides (2) on cover cap (3) must not be damaged.

Fig 3: Identifying Catches And Guides On Cover Cap

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