51 16 000 Removing and refitting/replacing mirror on left or right front door (to 07/13)

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove TWEETER

IMPORTANT: Risk of damage!
Secure mirror against falling down.

Disconnect plug connection (1).

Remove cover (4), slightly fold seal (2) aside and release screws (3).

Tightening torque 51 16 1AZ .

Installation note:

Rubber grommet for plug connection (1) must be correctly seated on door.

Seal (2) must be correctly seated on door trim panel and door.

Fig 1: Identifying Mirror, Seal And Plug Connection

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Remove mirror (1) outwards.

Installation note:

Run a function check.

Fig 2: Removing Mirror

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Replacement:

Change MIRROR GLASS or replace if necessary
Modify exterior mirror housing . See 51 16 040 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING HOUSING ON LEFT OR RIGHT EXTERIOR MIRROR or 51 16 040 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING HOUSING ON LEFT OR RIGHT EXTERIOR MIRROR or replace if necessary