51 16 041 Removing and installing/replacing protective cap on left or right exterior mirror

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Removal:

Unlock the protective cap using a small screwdriver (1) through the bore holes (see arrows).

Unlock the protective cap with a slight tug clockwise on the retaining lugs (2).

Fig 1: Unlocking Protective Cap Using Small Screwdriver

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Remove protective cap (1).

Fig 2: Removing Protective Cap

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Installation:

Latch mechanisms (1) on housing (2) must not be damaged.

Fig 3: Latch Mechanisms On Housing

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Install the protective cap (1) and engage it on all the latch mechanisms through pressure.

Fig 4: Installing Protective Cap

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