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Removal of version (C):

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Version with remote control for central locking:

If necessary, disconnect negative lead from battery. Refer to 12 00... INSTRUCTIONS FOR DISCONNECTING AND CONNECTING BATTERY .

Version with compass:

Check compass function if replacing or after disconnecting interior mirror plug connection or battery. If necessary, calibrate compass in interior rearview mirror.

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

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

Fig 1: Pressing End Caps Towards Mirror Housing
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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: Twisting Mirror Towards Front And Right/Top
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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: Twisting Mirror Towards Front And Left/Top
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Disconnect plug connection (1).

Fig 4: Disconnecting Plug Connection
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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
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Installation: 

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

Fig 6: Identifying Clips And Retaining Hooks Of End Caps
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Installation: 

  1. Twist mirror foot by approx. 45° and fit to mirror mount.
  2. Turn mirror foot until it engages on mirror base.
Fig 7: Turning Mirror Foot
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