[HELP] Disassemble drivers mirror X5 F15 M Sport 3.5xi

[j_internet]

Hi,

I cracked the supporting trim on the drivers mirror. I am glad that is was it and not the Carbon Black painted cover.

This is part # 51167362959 and it is only $30

I see a lot of blowups of the part but, I can't find anything on how to disassemble the mirror to replace without breaking something else. This is a standard motorized mirror. X5 does NOT have lane assist, HUD, etc.. Does have Winter Package (heated seats/steering etc).

Of course I did this and not the wife as I was guessing that she would be the first one

Any links or steps how to before I dig in too?

This will be helpful and I will post pics for others when done.

Thanks !!

[opasha]

Not sure exactly how it's done, but this layout should help you at least, esp with the screws: http://www.realoem.com/bmw/showparts...02&hg=51&fg=07.

[j_internet]

Hi Yes Thanks , That is where I have the PT# from. It is hard to tell how it comes apart. It almost looks like I pop the mirror out but.... I don't want to guess..

[opasha]

Originally Posted by j_internet

Hi Yes Thanks , That is where I have the PT# from. It is hard to tell how it comes apart. It almost looks like I pop the mirror out but.... I don't want to guess..

Most mirrors just pop out. That's how they are designed much like your interior panels. This should give you a decent idea what to do:

[j_internet]

Thanks again!

I will take a closer look to see how I can pop the mirror out. It may just pop in but I did not want to break a clip or the mirror itself so I wanted to so some research first vs. oh yea I should of done this afterwords...

[opasha]

Originally Posted by j_internet

Thanks again!

I will take a closer look to see how I can pop the mirror out. It may just pop in but I did not want to break a clip or the mirror itself so I wanted to so some research first vs. oh yea I should of done this afterwords...

Anytime . Hope it's not too hard for you to do!

[Snow-Kidney]

Originally Posted by j_internet

Hi,

I cracked the supporting trim on the drivers mirror. I am glad that is was it and not the Carbon Black painted cover.

This is part # 51167362959 and it is only $30

I see a lot of blowups of the part but, I can't find anything on how to disassemble the mirror to replace without breaking something else. This is a standard motorized mirror. X5 does NOT have lane assist, HUD, etc.. Does have Winter Package (heated seats/steering etc).

Of course I did this and not the wife as I was guessing that she would be the first one

Any links or steps how to before I dig in too?

This will be helpful and I will post pics for others when done.

Thanks !!

Same problem. I damaged the same piece. After checking the part numbers, I learned that the one mentioned above is for the matte version.

If your mirror surround ring is glossy black aka shadowline, then the part number is 51167327911. You can find it for $60-$70.