[anuj452]

Unfortunately damaged by right side mirror while backing up...
Any suggestions on how to fix this ??

[Therealmatzaman]

That looks like the black mirror frame vs the cap. You can buy the replacement part but it only comes primed which is a pain. To complete the repair it would need full paint service, not so easy to do at home. Although you might not get charged an arm and a leg to have it done by a good paint shop since its small. The trouble is figuring out what paint. I think its jet black with a heavy dose of clear.

Replacing it yourself is probably a 30 min job if you have the right tools. First you need to remove the mirror by hand (it’s clipped in). Then You need to take off the mirror cap with body panel removers. Then remove the sensors and motors. Lots of little clips so be careful. Physical replacement is easy, I think it’s a couple torx bolts.

How do I know? On my f15 I smashed mine carelessly pulling out of the garage. Dealer wanted a cool grand to replace it.

[Qsilver7]

Have you looked up the part in one of the online part databases yet (like www.realoem.com)? If you haven't...it looks like it's #4 in the diagram...and you can see how all the parts fit together.

Since I don't know your VIN, thus don't know how your X5 is optioned...if you type in the last 7 digits of your VIN to pull up the diagram...you should be able to find the mirror parts you need based on how your vehicle is optioned. If a part doesn't work for your car...it is usually grayed out or not listed in the part nbr index (but sometimes it is...so you should also know your options/option codes).

[Therealmatzaman]

Yes, this is exactly how I found out what was needed. If only they came painted. ESP #4 which is standard across the line if I’m not mistaken

[anuj452]

Thanks Guys, yes this is part #4 in the diagram above..

where do you guys generally buy the parts from ?
In past i have bought from getBMWParts, however they don't have G05 parts available yet

[Marty in NY]

Originally Posted by anuj452

Thanks Guys, yes this is part #4 in the diagram above..

where do you guys generally buy the parts from ?
In past i have bought from getBMWParts, however they don't have G05 parts available yet

I'm not loyal to any one parts supplier. I plug in the part number in my online search and then see who has the part I need and make a buy decision. That said, I do check BMW in my search as well since I have found that once in a while, they are competitive in pricing.
My guess for this part is that only BMW will have it since its not a common wear or replacement item. Several BMW dealerships advertise online, just do a search.

[robby818]

Originally Posted by anuj452

Thanks Guys, yes this is part #4 in the diagram above..

where do you guys generally buy the parts from ?
In past i have bought from getBMWParts, however they don't have G05 parts available yet

I go to my local dealership because they take returns w/o restocking fees as long as the part is in like new condition.

Always ask for a discount. The parts dept. can discount at least 10-20% and they do it all the time for body shops and ind. mechanics. I have found that w/ the discount, the pricing is about the same as ordering off the internet from an out of state dealership.

BTW, I broke the camera in my side mirror on a pillar in my parking garage. First time using the reverse assistance and I didnt notice that mirror was too close to the pillar, bam.

[bichoo]

Originally Posted by anuj452

Unfortunately damaged by right side mirror while backing up...
Any suggestions on how to fix this ??

I just fixed up my mirror after banging it on the out of the garage.
I can tell you that for certain 100% that #4 in the realoem diagram is the part you need, get the part number and make sure you get it for the correct side. No need to paint or anything. Its also relatively cheap, I paid something like $30?

I also ordered directly from my parts at my dealer

[samvora]

Originally Posted by bichoo

I just fixed up my mirror after banging it on the out of the garage.
I can tell you that for certain 100% that #4 in the realoem diagram is the part you need, get the part number and make sure you get it for the correct side. No need to paint or anything. Its also relatively cheap, I paid something like $30?

I also ordered directly from my parts at my dealer

Hey buddy - so I damaged the mirror and need to replace the same ring that you had to. In addition I also need to replace the turn signal but I think that should be an easy screw out and screw in kinda job.

How did you remove the ring and how long did the replacement take you?