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51 16 001 Removing and installing/replacing exterior mirror (on left or right)

Special tools required: 

Driver's side only: 

Lift trim (1) by pressing on area (A) and remove.

Release screw below it.

Tightening torque 51 41 1AZ .

Fig 1: Identifying Door Trim Panel Area
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Front passenger side only: 

Remove COVER ON DOOR HANDLE .

Release screws (1).

Tightening torque 51 41 1AZ .

Fig 2: Identifying Screws
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Detach trim (1) from door trim panel (2) using special tool 00 9 327 .

Unlock associated plug connection and disconnect.

Remove cover (1) with switch for central locking system.

Release screw below it.

Tightening torque 51 41 1AZ .

Fig 3: Removing Door Trim Panel Cover Using Special Tool (00 9 327)
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Detach door trim panel at clips (1) and fasteners (2).

Detach door window frame cover (3) at clip (4) and partially maneuver out.

Installation note: 

Make sure door window frame (3) is correctly seated.

Fig 4: Identifying Door Window Frame, Cover, Clips, And Fasteners
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Unfasten plug connection (1) and disconnect.

Fig 5: Identifying Plug Connection
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NOTE: Secure mirror against falling off.

Press window guide seal (2) to one side and undo screws (3).

Tightening torque 51 16 1AZ .

Installation note: 

Make sure grommet for plug connection (1) is correctly seated

Replacement: 

Due to self-tapping screws, the tightening torque of the new rear-view mirror increases by 2 Nm.

Fig 6: Identifying Plug Connection, Rubber Guide And Screws
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Remove mirror (1) outwards.

Installation note: 

Run a function check.

Fig 7: Removing Mirror
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Installation note: 

Sound insulation (1) must not be damaged.

Fig 8: Identifying Sound Insulation
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Replacement: