Removal Of Versions (C) And (D):

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Press end caps (1) towards mirror housing (2); this releases clip connection of both caps (1).

Fig 1: Releasing Clip Connection Of Mirror End Caps Versions (C) & (D)

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Twist mirror (1) at an angle towards front and right/top.

Swivel left end cap (2) off ball neck in direction of arrow; this detaches the engagement clip (3) from the metal foot.

Fig 2: Removing Mirror End Caps Versions (C) & (D)

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Twist mirror (1) at an angle towards front and left/top.

Swivel right end cap (2) off ball neck in direction of arrow; this detaches the engagement clip from the metal foot.

Fig 3: Detaching Engagement Clip From Metal Foot Versions (C) & (D)

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Disconnect plug connection (1).

Fig 4: Disconnecting Plug Connection Versions (C) & (D)

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IMPORTANT: Do not remove interior mirror (1) towards rear or by twisting (risk of damage).

Snap out interior mirror (1) from mirror mount (2) towards front by striking with ball of thumb and remove.

Fig 5: Removing Interior Mirror Versions (C) & (D)

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Installation :

Clips (1) and retaining hooks (2) of end caps (3) must not be damaged, replace if necessary.

Fig 6: Use Care Not To Damage Clips And Retaining Hooks Versions (C) & (D)

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Installation :

Twist mirror foot by approx. 45° and fit to mirror mount.
Turn mirror foot until it engages on mirror base.

Fig 7: Installing Interior Mirror Versions (C) & (D)
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