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






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







Necessary preliminary work:
- Remove protective cap from exterior mirror







Release screws (1) from circlip (2).
Carefully pull of circlip.

NOTE: Fold out exterior mirror for easier dismantling of retaining ring.

Installation note:
Plastic nose of cover ring must engage in aluminium housing of mirror base.

The housing shells of the exterior mirror must snap together.