51 16 060 Removing and installing/replacing interior rearview mirror (with Autobeam/high-beam assistant): Notes

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IMPORTANT:

Work may only be carried out at a room/object temperature of 18... 28 °C.

If this cannot be guaranteed (cold/hot countries), it is necessary to equalize the temperature of the windscreen, mirror foot and rearview mirror (e.g. car left to stand indoors or in the shade for at least 30 minutes).

Version with remote key for central locking system:

If necessary, disconnect negative lead from battery.

IMPORTANT:

To avoid breaking windscreen:

Screw inside mirror off mirror mount.

Inside mirror must not be pulled or pressed off towards front or rear.

Press on end caps (1) and at same time pull them apart; this releases clip connection of both caps (1).

Twist mirror (2) and detach end caps (1) from mirror and feed out.

Fig 1: Releasing Clip Connection Of Both Caps

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Installation note:

Retaining hooks (1 and 2) of end caps (3) must not be damaged.

Fig 2: Identifying Retaining Hooks Of End Caps

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Disconnect plug connections (1 and 2).

Installation note:

If necessary, pay attention to cable routing for rain sensor.

Fig 3: Identifying Plug Connections

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IMPORTANT: Do not pull or press inside mirror off towards front or rear.

Twist mirror base approx. 45° to right until mirror base is released from mirror mount.

Fig 4: Twisting Mirror Foot

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Installation note:

Twist mirror foot by approx. 45° and fit to mirror mount.
Turn mirror foot until it engages on mirror base.
Visually inspect for positive locking.

Fig 5: Identifying Mirror Twist Angle

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NOTE: Normalization or initialization is not necessary.
Autobeam is automatically aligned under the following conditions:

Driving on a motorway/ordinary road at night for approx. 50 km and
Clearly visible road markings

In the event of a malfunction, observe NOTES AND INSTRUCTIONS ON DIAGNOSIS .

For further information on Autobeam, refer to MAIN-BEAM ASSISTANT .

Only replace with version with remote control for central locking:

If necessary, initialize all transmitters (ignition keys), refer to Owner's Handbook.