51 16 045 Removing and Installing/Replacing Retaining Ring on Left or Right Exterior Mirror (From 07/12)

51 16 045 Removing And Installing/Replacing Retaining Ring On Left Or Right Exterior Mirror (From 07/12)







Necessary preliminary work:
- Remove drive unit for exterior mirror
- Remove protective cap







Version with lane change warning:
Unlock plug connection (1) for optical signal transmitter and disconnect.







Release screws (1 and 2).

Installation note:
Note installation position of screws (1 and 2).
- Screws (1) - metric thread
- Screw (2) non-metric thread

Make sure retaining ring (3) is correctly seated (arrows).







Release latch mechanism (1) and feed out retaining ring (2) towards rear.