51 12 160 Removing and installing/replacing rear lower bumper trim

Release screw (1) and expansion rivets (2) on left/right.

Fig 1: Releasing Screw And Expansion Rivets

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Release screws (1).

Unclip and remove lower bumper trim (2) completely from bumper (3).

Fig 2: Removing Lower Bumper Trim

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Installation:

All catches, from (1) left to (1) right, of lower bumper trim (2) must not be damaged.

Fig 3: Identifying Lower Bumper Trim Catches

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Replacement only:

Release blind rivets (1) on left/right.

Remove thermal insulation (2) on left/right.

Fig 4: Removing Blind Rivets And Thermal Insulation

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Release blind rivet (1) on left/right and (2).

Remove mounting (3) with trim (4) for rear muffler.

Fig 5: Removing Mounting

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Release blind rivets (1).

Remove mounting (2) from trim (3) for rear muffler.

Fig 6: Removing Mounting From Trim For Rear Muffler

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