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Removing and Installing/Replacing Mirror on Left or Right Front Door (Security)




51 16 000 - Removing and installing/replacing mirror on left or right front door (Security)





Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Remove door trim panel





Pull off speaker (1) towards front and disconnect.





Disconnect plug-in connections (1) and (4).





Release screws (2).
Remove protective cover (1).
Feed out cable with mirror and remove.
Fabric adhesive tape (3)

Installation:
Tightening torque 51 16 1AZ [1][2][3]Mirrors.

Replacement only:

Due to the thread-tapping screws, the tightening torque of the new mirror is increased by 2 Nm.
Tightening torque 51 16 1AZ [1][2][3]Mirrors.





When replacing moulded foam section:
Cut bead (1) and corner edge (2) with universal knife (see next two work steps).





Bead (1) cut.





Cut corner edge (1).
A = - 5 mm
B = - 18 mm





Corner edge (1) cut.





Installation:
Following parts of mirror must not be damaged or missing:
- Fabric adhesive tape on protective cover
- Seal on mirror base plate
- Sound insulation in front door
Carry out function check of mirror and intercom system.