Necessary preliminary tasks

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Remove MIRROR GLASS

IMPORTANT: Risk of damage!
Secure housing (2) against falling off.

NOTE: Housing (2) is secured without play by four multitooth catches (1) on retaining ring (3).

Fig 1: Removing Door Mirror Housing

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Unlock multitooth catches (1) with a screwdriver.

Unclip housing (2) forwards from retaining ring (3) and remove.

Installation:

Multitooth catches (1) and guide (2) on housing (3) must not be damaged.

Fig 2: Identifying Catches And Guide On Housing

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Installation:

Locators (1) on retaining plate (2) must not be damaged.

Fig 3: Identifying Locators On Retaining Plate

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