51 16 000 Removing and installing / replacing mirror on left or right front door: Notes

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Partially lever out cover on door window frame (inside) in front area, refer to 51 32 160 REMOVING AND INSTALLING / REPLACING HOUSING COVER ON INNER LEFT OR RIGHT DOOR WINDOW FRAME

Release cable tie (1).

Fig 1: Disconnecting Plug Connection From Control Unit

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Unlock plug connection (2) and disconnect from control unit (3).

Raise seal (1) slightly and release screw (2).

Fig 2: Raising Seal

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Press rubber grommet (2) outwards.

Release screws (3) and feed out mirror (4) with cable.

Fig 3: Removing Mirror With Cable

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Installation:

Tightening torque 51 16 1AZ. Refer to BODY EQUIPMENT - TIGHTENING TORQUES .

Connect plug connection (5) with speaker in cover (1).