Replacing The Bulb Holder In The Rear View Mirror Unit

The upper electronic module (UEM) is integrated in the rear view mirror. For more information about removing the rear view mirror, see REPLACING THE UPPER ELECTRONIC MODULE (UEM), OR THE REAR VIEW MIRROR .

Fig 1: Identifying Bulb Holder

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Removal 

• Remove the lens.
• Remove the 2 screws at the front edge.
• Press the 2 rear catches forward.
• Press two of the catches on one side inwards. Remove the bulb holder.
• Disconnect the 2 connectors.
• Disconnect the ground lead.

HINT: Only certain versions of the upper electronic module (UEM) have a ground lead. 

Fig 2: Identifying Removal Of Rear View Mirror/Control Module

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• Remove the cover over the connector for the rear view mirror and control module.

Fig 3: Identifying Removal Of Rear View Mirror Connector

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• Flip the anti-dazzle button toward the lens. Disconnect the connector in the rear view mirror and control module by pressing the catch through the opening. Use a screwdriver.
• Remove the bulb holder together with the rear view mirror and control module.

Installation 

• Connect the connector for the rear view mirror and control module.
• Reinstall the cover for the rear view mirror and control module connector.
• Connect the 2 connectors.
• Install the ground lead.
• Press the bulb holder into place.
• Install the 2 screws at the front edge.

• Install the lens.

HINT: Only certain versions of the upper electronic module (UEM) have a ground lead.