51 12 810 Removing and installing / replacing deformation element on bumper carrier on left or right

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

• Remove carrier for rear bumper trim, refer to 51 12 050 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING CARRIER FOR REAR BUMPER TRIM .

Release screws (1).

Remove locator (2) straight towards rear.

Fig 1: Removing Locator

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Installation: 

Tightening torque, refer to 51 12 3AZ in BODY EQUIPMENT - TIGHTENING TORQUES - 645CI .

Installation: 

Foam seal (1) on locator (2) must not be damaged.

Fig 2: Identifying Foam Seal On Locator

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