51 11 180 Removing and installing/replacing grille for bumper trim

Remove holder for license plate. Refer to 51 11 158 Replacing baseplate for license plate .

Release screws (1) and remove grill (2).

Fig 1: Removing Grill

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Replacement only:

Unclip cover (1) for towing eye and feed retaining strap (2) out of grill (3).

Fig 2: Removing Retaining Strap

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