51 12 003 Removing And Installing Complete Rear Bumper (M3, M3 CSL/Lightweight Design)

Release nuts (1) on left and right.

Installation:

Observe tightening torque, refer to 51 12 3AZ in BODY EQUIPMENT - TIGHTENING TORQUES - 3-SERIES .

Fig 1: Locating Wheel Arch Liner Retaining Nuts

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Release screw (1) on wheel arch liner (2) on left and right.

Fig 2: Releasing Screw On Wheel Arch Liner

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Release expansion rivet (1) on left and right.

Lift out wheel arch liner (2) on left and right.

Remove bumper (3) towards rear.

Fig 3: Releasing Expansion Rivet On Left And Right

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Park Distance Control (PDC) Option:

Pull bumper (1) slightly towards rear and unclip cable holder in area (2).

Disconnect plug connections on PDC sensors (3).

Remove bumper (1) towards rear.

Fig 4: Disconnecting Plug Connections On PDC Sensors

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Convertible With TV Option Only:

Disconnect plug connection (1) of TV antenna under center console on left.

Feed out cable plug with grommet through rear panel.

Remove bumper towards rear.

Fig 5: Disconnecting Plug Connection Of TV Antenna

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