51 16 063 Removing and Installing or Replacing Interior Rearview Mirror

51 16 063 Removing And Installing Or Replacing Interior Rearview Mirror







Version with remote control for central locking:
If necessary, disconnect negative lead from battery.







Expand two-part cover (1) by pressing from below. Feed out split cover (1) on mirror base plate in each case remove in outward direction.
If necessary, disconnect plug connection underneath.







IMPORTANT: Risk of damage.

Do not pull mirror (1) off windscreen; instead, carefully turn approx. 45° clockwise to snap out of mirror base (2).







Installation:
Fit mirror base plate on mirror base turned through approx. 45° (see graphic) and snap audibly into place by turning anti-clockwise carefully in direction of arrow.







Only replace with version with remote control for central locking:
Initialise all transmitters (ignition keys), refer to Owner's Handbook.







Only when replacing mirror with FLA (highbeam assistance) for vehicles from build date 09/2009 onward:
Replace CAN connector (3-pin).
Unpin and dispose of existing connector.
Install newly coded connector part number 6 905 977 (sourcing reference: BMW Parts Department) in same way as existing connector.