51 11 000 Removing and installing complete front bumper

Release screws (1).

Fig 1: Releasing Screws

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Release screw (2) on left/right and remove spacer bushings.

Fig 2: Removing Side Wheel Arch Trims

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Remove side wheel arch trims (1).

CAUTION: Do not damage ribs of bumper.

Carefully pull bumper on left/right outwards and snap out the first two ribs with a small screwdriver (risk of damage).

Then unclip rest of bumper from side panel (5).

Ribs must not be damaged.

Unclip bumper at side on left/right outwards from side panel (5).

Installation:

Fit washer (3).

Disconnect cable tie (1) and plug connection (2) on left/right from turn signal flasher.

Fig 3: Disconnecting Cable Tie And Plug Connection

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Stick on fabric adhesive tape (1) below screw to bumper (risk of damage).

Fig 4: Releasing Screws On Impact Absorber

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Release screws (2) on impact absorber on left/right.

Installation:

Tightening torque 51 11 2AZ. Refer to BODY EQUIPMENT - TIGHTENING TORQUES .

Lever out cover (1) on left/right and (2).

Fig 5: Removing Bumper

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Release screws (3) on left/right.

Remove retaining rail (4) and spacers.

Pull bumper (5) forward a little and disconnect plug connections for high-beam headlight (6) on left/right.

NOTE: If necessary, lever out expansion rivet at bottom.

Remove bumper (5).