51 11 157 Replacing front bumper trim

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove FRONT BUMPER TRIM .
Remove LICENSE PLATE HOLDER .
Remove BOTTOM MIDDLE GRILLE .
Remove SIDE GRILLE .
Remove TOP GRILLE .
Remove cover caps for tow lug.

Version with Park Distance Control (PDC):

Remove ultrasonic transducer See 66 20 518 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING A FRONT ULTRASONIC SENSOR (CENTRE) or 66 20 520 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING A FRONT ULTRASONIC SENSOR (SIDE) .

Unclip wiring harness (1) at points (2).

Fig 1: Identifying Ultrasonic Sensor Wiring Harness Removal Points

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Installing trim (2) for grille:

Remove ribs (1) from trim (2) completely.

Fig 2: Identifying Ornamental Grille Cover And Bridge

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Attach trim (1) to bumper trim.

NOTE: Make sure catches (2) and lugs (3) are correctly seated.

Fig 3: Identifying Bumper Trim Cover, Latch Mechanisms And Tabs

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Secure trim (1) with retainers (2).

NOTE: Retainers (2) must press trim (1) fully onto bumper trim.

Also secure retainers (2) with adhesive.

NOTE: Pretreat adhesive area with cleaner and primer from plastic repair box.
Read and comply with notes and instructions included in plastic repair box.

Fig 4: Identifying Bumper Trim Cover And Clamps

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