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51 16 000 Removing and installing/replacing mirror on left or right front door

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Necessary preliminary tasks: 

Release cable ties (1).

Lever out clip (2) and disconnect plug connection (3).

Feed wiring harness (4) out of cable duct (5).

Installation: 

If necessary, replace faulty clip (2).

Fig 1: Identifying Cable Ties, Clip, Plug Connection, Wiring Harness And Cable Duct
G04760885Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Fold rubber guide (1) to one side.

Release screws (2) and feed out mirror (3) with wiring harness.

Installation: 

Tightening torque 51 16 1AZ. See  BODY EQUIPMENT - TIGHTENING TORQUES  . 

Replacement: 

Due to the self-tapping screws, the tightening torque of the new mirror is increased by 2 Nm.

Tightening torque 51 16 1AZ. See  BODY EQUIPMENT - TIGHTENING TORQUES  . 

Fig 2: Identifying Rubber Guide, Mirror And Screws
G04760886Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Installation: 

Sound insulation (1) on mirror (2) must not be damaged. Check function.

Fig 3: Identifying Sound Insulation And Mirror
G04760887Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.