51 13... Removing and installing/replacing trim on front grille centre section

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

• Remove decorative frame from front grille, refer to 51 13 007 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING TRIM RING FOR FRONT GRILLE CENTRE SECTION 

Release catches (1 and 2) and remove trim.

Fig 1: Removing Trim

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Installation: 

Catches (1) and guides (2) on trim (3) must not be damaged.

Fig 2: Identifying Catches And Guides On Trim

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