51 16 063 Removing and installing/replacing inside mirror (with rain sensor)

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 base and inside mirror (e.g. vehicle left to stand indoors or in the shade for at least 30 minutes).

IMPORTANT: To avoid windscreen breakage:
Screw inside mirror off mirror mount.
Inside mirror must not be pulled or pressed off towards front or rear.

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

Fig 1: Removing End Cap

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Installation note:

Retaining hooks (1) and guides (2) of end caps (3) must not be damaged.

Replace end caps (3) if necessary.

Fig 2: Identifying Hooks, Guide And End Caps

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Unfasten plug connection (1) and disconnect.

NOTE: Pay attention to cable routing (2) for rain sensor.

Fig 3: Identifying Inside Mirror Cable Routing And 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 4: Twisting Mirror Base

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Installation note:

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

Fig 5: Turning Mirror Base

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Replacement:

Carry out VEHICLE PROGRAMMING/ENCODING .