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Disassemble the External Rearview Mirror

Model: BMW Serie 5 E39 - Years 1995-2003
Part: Side mirror

Once you remove the external rearview mirror from the door, you can completely disassemble it by separating all its components: start by disconnecting the mirror from its support by pulling it forward enough to then disconnect the power wires for the defrosting system; then remove the mirror support that houses the motor and adjustment mechanism; next, detach the cover, the external support plate, and then the hinge that allows the mirror to close, pulling out the corresponding wiring.

Updated on 21 February 2026 by ScegliAuto

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To adjust the brightness of the instrument cluster on a Peugeot 3008, you need to turn on the ignition and access the settings via the menu located in the central area of the dashboard. In the screen that appears, select the "Display Configuration" option: now, by selecting the "Brightness" option, you can adjust it using the dedicated slider that will appear on the screen. The adjustment should be made with the headlights on as well as with them off. Once the adjustment is complete, you can turn off the instrument cluster.

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