51 47 491 Removing and installing/replacing rear underbody protection

Necessary Preliminary Tasks: 

• Remove front underbody protection. Refer to 51 47 490 REMOVING AND INSTALLING / REPLACING FRONT UNDERBODY PROTECTION .

Not M5: 

Unfasten screws (1-3). Press heat shield (5) back. Release screws (4) and remove underbody protection (6).

Installation: 

Ensure correct seating.

Center underbody protection (6) and tighten down all screws.

M5 Only: 

Unfasten screws (1 and 2).

Remove underbody protection (3).

Installation: 

Ensure correct seating.

Center underbody protection (3) and tighten down all screws.