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51 11 ... Checking Shock Absorber (Impact Absorber) For Front Bumper

Necessary Preliminary Tasks: 

NOTE: The impact absorber shown in the illustration is for viewing purposes only and may differ from the removed impact absorber.
Fig 1: Identifying Impact Absorber Dimension
G03118706Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Check dimension (A). Refer to BODY EQUIPMENT - TECHNICAL DATA - 325I, 325CI .

Dimension (A) is measured from center of pin boss up to mounting face for body (without gasket).

Replace impact absorber (1) if measurement drops below dimension (A).