51 16 040 Removing and installing/replacing housing on left or right door mirror

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove MIRROR GLASS .

NOTE:

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

Secure housing on door mirror (2) against falling out.

Unlock multitooth catches (1) with a screwdriver.

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

Fig 1: Installing Housing On Door Mirror

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Installation:

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

Fig 2: Identifying Multitooth Catches And Guide

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Installation:

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

Fig 3: Installing Retaining Plate

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