51 12 000 Removing and installing complete rear bumper (from 09.01)

Loosen screws (1).

Release screws (2) on impact absorber.

Fig 1: Releasing Screws On Impact Absorber

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Installation:

CAUTION: In the following work step, the link (1) on the catch must not be damaged.

Fig 2: Identifying Link On Catch

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Carefully press detent lug (1) downwards.

Detach bumper.

Installation:

If necessary, carefully press detent lug (1) upwards.

Fig 3: Pressing Detent Lug Upwards

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Lift out wheel arch liner (1).

Pull bumper (2) straight towards rear.

If necessary, disconnect plug connections on PDC sensors.

Fig 4: Disconnecting Plug Connections On PDC Sensors

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Installation:

Adjust all-round gap measurement (X) uniformly between bumper and body cutout.

Fig 5: Adjusting All-Round Gap Measurement

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Gap measurement (X) = 2^+0.8/-0.5 mm