One job I've never done before...and the search results did'nt mention the first step.

Anyone have guidance for removing the factory blank trimplates and installing a passenger side mirror on a 240D?

I'm reluctant to grab the screwdriver and just start prying around...

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Bama1


2008 SLK 280, Firemist Red - "Hurricane"
2001 F150 Lariat 4x4, Black on Black - "Badboy"
1982 240D 4 speed survivor -"Pearl" - Donated to Vietnam Veterans
1962 Oldsmobile Dynamic 88 -"Gertrude"

1954 model original owner - ~2.5M
Gray softtop/solid exterior/modified chassis

The triangular piece inside the door pops off. It's been along time but I think that there are screws behind the plate that releases the outer plate. The mirror mounting holes are already in the door.

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My Truck.. 2007 DODGE, 5.9 Cummins, 6spd stick, 4X4. My car..1977 240D, OTHER WHEELS...1955 VW Oval window bug, European Delivery (Holland) with a 1700cc, 2 barrel, Porsche drum brakes. 1939 WILLYS Pick-up. 1967 Triumph 200cc Tiger Cub. 1976 Honda 550F 4cyl Motor Cycle.

Here's the back of the blank piece on the idside of the door. The little nub at the top by my first finger pops in a little rubber grommet. NNote the tabs at the bottom, don't pry from the bottom. Once off, there's three screws behind it that attach the mirror to the car.

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1985 300TD-euro 352,000 mi
1974 240D (1?)52,000 mi - has a new home now

Cool Beans!

That picture and your guidance are exactly what I needed!
Thanks Pizzachef.

Bama1

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Bama1


2008 SLK 280, Firemist Red - "Hurricane"
2001 F150 Lariat 4x4, Black on Black - "Badboy"
1982 240D 4 speed survivor -"Pearl" - Donated to Vietnam Veterans
1962 Oldsmobile Dynamic 88 -"Gertrude"

1954 model original owner - ~2.5M
Gray softtop/solid exterior/modified chassis