Doc_A8

I have the outer panel off, trying to gain access to replace drivers mirror. Torn bolts holding perimeter of aluminum panel are out, what else comes off?

MP4.2+6.0

Really should have Bentley or equivalent instructions. Need to get glass in a certain position and take out a couple of bolts through access holes with the big plastic plugs hiding them. IIRC winder motor and some other things come off too. Once you do it, it is more obvious, but from personal experience you are unlikely just to figure out the steps by poking at it.

Also, look at those door card plastic mount pins. You likely broke a few and now will play hell trying to get back on. BTDT. I always have several on hand for replacements when I pull a door card.

Doc_A8

Getting the window in the correct position was the key, one I got the removal bolts lined up, everything else was cake.

Thanks, mirror is replaced, and working! While I was in there I added a bit of sound deadening material and tried to re-wind the soft close cable, which was off. Apparently it is still not right, cause it's not winding now at all. Also lubed the window track, as it was making a creaking noise.

All buttoned up, only one clip broken. I'd like to order a couple more and go back in to attack soft close motor again.