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    4. : Replacement exterior rearview mirror

BMW Serie 3 - Video tutorial

Model: BMW Serie 3 E46 - Years 1998-2006
Part: Outside rearview mirror
Operation: Replacement exterior rearview mirror

In order to replace the external rear-view mirror it is first necessary to remove the door panel to be able to disconnect the control socket for the adjustment of the mirror itself; then start by unscrewing the fixing screws of the panel under the armrest handle, then the one in the seat of the door opening lever and finally the one under the airbag plate; then unhook the press-studs along the edges to remove the panel, disconnect the control socket for mirror adjustment, remove the triangular-shaped plastic coating located just behind the mirror in order to unscrew the fixing nuts of the mirror and complete disassembly.


Posted on 26 August 2023 by ScegliAuto

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Handbrake adjustment on Ford Ecosport

First remove the plastic profile at the base of the gear lever. To do this, slightly widen the side edges and carefully lift it to release it. There is no need to remove it completely, just move it forward to avoid bother. Now remove the plastic center console around the handbrake by first working from the rear to release it and lifting it until the brake lever passes. Also in this case it is not necessary to remove it completely but, paying attention to the connected cables, it can be stowed in front of the passenger seat. At this point we notice that at the base of the handbrake lever, on the front, we find a nut. By acting on it, with a 10 wrench, we can adjust the brake force, increasing it by turning the nut clockwise, or decreasing it by turning it counterclockwise. Once adjusted, the center console can be repositioned first, pressing lightly to engage it, and then the profile of the gearbox base.

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