51 16 060 Removing and installing or replacing interior rearview mirror (overview)

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Version With Cable (X) For:

Automatic dim action (electro-chrome technology) for interior rearview mirror.
Fogging sensor.
Remote control (infrared or radio).
High-beam assist.
Garage door opener.
Compass.
Rain sensor.

Version without cable (X) with full foot, refer to 51 16 060 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING INTERIOR REARVIEW MIRROR (WITH FULL FOOT) .

Fig 1: Identifying Mirror With Full Foot

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Version with cable (X) and with plug trim cover, refer to 51 16 060 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING INTERIOR REARVIEW MIRROR (WITH "X" CABLE AND PLUG TRIM COVER) .

Fig 2: Identifying Mirror With Cable And Plug Trim Cover

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Version with cable with mirror arm end caps, refer to 51 16 060 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING INTERIOR REARVIEW MIRROR (WITH MIRROR ARM END CAPS) .

Fig 3: Identifying Mirror With Mirror Arm End Caps

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Version with rain sensor, refer to 51 16 060 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING INTERIOR REARVIEW MIRROR (WITH RAIN SENSOR) .

Fig 4: Identifying Mirror With Rain Sensor

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