Dismantling exterior mirrors
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NOTE:
RISK OF DAMAGE
Electrostatic discharge.
Damage to or destruction of electrical components.
Electrostatic discharge.
Damage to or destruction of electrical components.
- Leave the electrical components in their original packaging until they are being installed. Only use the original packaging for returning the product. Always package removed components straight away.
- Read and comply with user information on using the associated special tool 12 7 060.
- Only tap the housings of electrical components. Do not tap pins or multi-pin connectors directly.
- Wear electrically conductive clothing and antistatic shoes (with ESD symbol).
- For additional information see: NOTES ON ESD PROTECTION (ELECTRO STATIC DISCHARGE) .
Removing the cover from the mirror base
- Release the cover (1) at the arrow starting at the detents along the dotted lines and slightly lift.
- Carefully release the snap-in lug (1) upwards with a small screwdriver and remove the cover (2).
- Unlock plug connection (1) and disconnect.
- Detach the wiring harness (2) from the holders.
- Remove sound insulation (1).
- Pull out connector housing (2).
- Unpin connector (3) from the connector housing (2).
The number of connectors (3) varies depending on the equipment version.
- Carefully feed out cables (1) individually.
The pins on the cables (1) must not be damaged.
The number of cables (1) varies depending on equipment version.
- Pull out the foam insert (1) and the cable (2) from the mirror.