61 35 175 Removing and installing/replacing rain sensor

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 BMW X5 and 2002 BMW X5. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

From 09/2001: Version with rain/light sensor

Expand two-part mirror base cover (1) by pressing from below and detach.

Feed out two-part mirror base cover (1) and remove.

Fig 1: Removing Mirror Base Cover

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Disconnect plug connection (3).

Press locks (1) in direction of arrow and remove rain/light sensor (2) towards bottom.

Fig 2: Removing Rain/Light Sensor

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Installation:

Do not damage optical element below rain/light sensor (2).

If necessary, initialize rain/light sensor.