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i did this fix over the weekend. another success and I should have addressed this about 4 years ago when it first started, lol!
a few notes/tips.
1. I DEFINITELY needed to remove the both the painted housing and the black trim. Typical BMW plastics disclaimer: BE CAREFUL because locking tabs are always brittle.
2. When reinstalling, install the motor first and then go ahead and install the mirror...slide it down into the locking tab slots. This may seem obvious but i tried to install the mirror AFTER i installed the painted housing and trim. couldn't get enough force on the mirror to lock it into place.
3. be careful with the little electrical contacts on the mirror motor arms. they are EXTREMELY fragile.
4. Redistribute the lubricant to the places it is needed.
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