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

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove front door trim panel
Lever out cover on door window frame at front

IMPORTANT: Secure door mirror against falling down.

Disconnect plug connection (1).

Release screws (2).

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

Replacement:

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

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

Fig 1: Identifying Plug Connection And Screws

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Remove mirror (1) outwards.

Installation:

Check function.

Fig 2: Identifying Mirror

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Installation:

Acoustic insulation (1) must not be damaged.

Fig 3: Identifying Acoustic Insulation

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