51 16... Removing and installing/replacing holder for inside mirror

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

• Remove inside mirror .
• Remove ROOF OPERATING UNIT .

Lever out the cover (1) from the roof operating facility. If necessary, disconnect the microphone plug connection and remove the cover (1).

Fig 1: Removing Trim Off Roof Operating Unit

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Release screws (1). Unlock latch mechanisms (2). Lower the roof operating facility (3). Disconnect the associated plug connections and remove the roof operating facility (3).

Fig 2: Identifying Catches And Bolts

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Replacement: If necessary, convert bulbs.