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How to Replace the Mirror Cap on a BMW 1 Series?

Model: BMW Serie 1 E81, E82, MK 1, E87 - Years 2004-2013
Part: Side mirror

To replace the external mirror cap on the BMW 1 Series, use a plastic tool as a lever. Insert the lever into the gap between the cap and the trim around the mirror glass. Leverage along the entire length of the gap to disengage the retaining clips. Once the clips are released, you can remove the cap and replace it with a new one. Insert the new cap into the appropriate slots and secure it by engaging all the retaining clips.

Updated on 24 April 2026 by ScegliAuto

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How to Bleed the Clutch on a Renault Clio?

To bleed the clutch on a Renault Clio, open the bonnet to access the components located in the engine bay: here, you will need to undo the screws that secure the battery in its housing, the intake manifold, and the coolant reservoir. This will allow you to locate the pipe through which the brake fluid flows: by inserting the other end of the pipe into a container, you can press the clutch pedal to expel all the fluid until it fills the container.

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