51 12 050 Removing and installing/replacing carrier for rear bumper trim

IMPORTANT: During replacement, all the cavities of the carrier (1) and the crashbox (2) must be sealed with cavity sealant.

Fig 1: Carrier And Crashbox

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

If necessary, release screws (1) and feed out suspension (2) from rear muffler.

Unscrew nuts (3).

Remove carrier (4).

For tightening torque refer to 51 12 1AZ .

Fig 2: Suspension, Nuts, Screws And Carrier

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Replacement:

If necessary, release rubber mount (1) on carrier (2).

Fig 3: Rubber Mount And Carrier

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