61 35 177 Removing and installing (replacing) rain/light sensor

IMPORTANT: Read and comply with notes on PROTECTION AGAINST ELECTROSTATIC DISCHARGE (ESD PROTECTION) .

Press on end caps (1) and at same time press them apart; this releases clip connection of both caps (1).

Fig 1: Removing Two-Part Mirror Base Cover

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Twist inside 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: Swiveling Left End Cap Off Ball Neck

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Installation note:

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

Fig 3: Identifying Clips And Retaining Hooks Of End Caps

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Pull out locks (1) in direction of arrow and remove rain/light sensor (2).

Disconnect plug connection (3).

Installation note:

Do not damage optical element covered by rain/light sensor (2).

If necessary, initialize RAIN/LIGHT SENSOR (2).

Fig 4: Removing Rain/Light Sensor

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