51 16 045 Removing and installing/replacing retaining ring on left or right door mirror

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove housing (cover) on door mirror. Refer to 51 16 040 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING HOUSING (COVER) ON LEFT OR RIGHT DOOR MIRROR .

Release screws (1).

Remove retaining ring (2).

Fig 1: Removing Retaining Ring

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Installation:

Guide (1) on retaining ring (2) must not be damaged.

Fig 2: Identifying Guide On Retaining Ring

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