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

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove door trim panel

Pull off speaker (1) towards front and disconnect.

Fig 1: Identifying Speaker

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Disconnect plug-in connections (1) and (4).

Fig 2: Disconnecting Plug-In Connections

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Release screws (2).

Remove protective cover (1).

Feed out cable with mirror and remove.

Fabric adhesive tape (3)

Installation:

Tightening torque: see 1AZ in 51 16 MIRRORS, FINISHERS, ASHTRAYS, CONSOLES

Replacement only:

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

Tightening torque: see 1AZ in 51 16 MIRRORS, FINISHERS, ASHTRAYS, CONSOLES

Fig 3: Identifying Protective Cover And Screws

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When replacing molded foam section:

Cut bead (1) and corner edge (2) with universal knife (see next two work steps).

Fig 4: Identifying Bead And Corner Edge

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Bead (1) cut.

Fig 5: Identifying Cut

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Cut corner edge (1).

= 5 mm
= 18 mm

Fig 6: Cut Corner Edge (1)
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Corner edge (1) cut.

Fig 7: Corner Edge (1) Cut

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Installation:

Following parts of mirror must not be damaged or missing:

Fabric adhesive tape on protective cover
Seal on mirror base plate
Sound insulation in front door

Carry out function check of mirror and intercom system.