51 16 040 Removing and installing/replacing housing on left or right exterior mirror: Notes

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove RETAINING RING ON EXTERIOR MIRROR
Remove PROTECTIVE CAP ON EXTERIOR MIRROR
Remove MIRROR ADJUSTMENT DRIVE

Release screws (1).

If necessary, disconnect the connector (3) from the Top View camera.

Installation note:

Ensure latch mechanism (2) is correctly seated.

Fig 1: Removing Mirror Housing Lower Section

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Carefully loosen screw holes (1) from exterior mirror (2).

Feed out housing (3) downward.

Fig 2: Identifying Screw Holes, Exterior Mirror And Housing

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Catches (1) and screw holes (2) on housing (3) must not be damaged.