Removal Of Versions (C) And (D):

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Press end caps (1) towards mirror housing (2); this releases clip connection of both caps (1).

Fig 1: Pressing End Caps Towards Mirror Housing

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Twist mirror (1) at an angle towards front and right/top.

Swivel left end cap (2) off ball neck in direction of arrow; this detaches the engagement clip (3) from the metal foot.

Fig 2: Twisting Mirror At An Angle Towards Front And Right/Top

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Twist mirror (1) at an angle towards front and left/top.

Swivel right end cap (2) off ball neck in direction of arrow; this detaches the engagement clip from the metal foot.

Fig 3: Detaching Engagement Clip From Metal Foot

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Disconnect plug connection (1).

Fig 4: Disconnecting Plug Connection

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IMPORTANT: Do not remove interior mirror (1) towards rear or by twisting (risk of damage).

Snap out interior mirror (1) from mirror mount (2) towards front by striking with ball of thumb and remove.

Fig 5: Snaping Out Interior Mirror From Mirror Mount Towards Front

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Installation:

Clips (1) and retaining hooks (2) of end caps (3) must not be damaged, replace if necessary.

Fig 6: Checking Clips And Retaining Hooks Of End Caps

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Installation:

Twist mirror foot by approx. 45° and fit to mirror mount.
Turn mirror foot until it engages on mirror base.

Fig 7: Turning Mirror Foot Until It Engages On Mirror Base
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