51 12 156 Removing And Installing Rear Bumper Trim
Special tools required:
Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Remove TRIM ON BUMPER TRIM
- Remove TRIM ON REAR LIGHT
Build date up to 03/2005 only:
- Remove MIDDLE BODY MOULDING
Release screws (1 and 2) on left/right.
Unscrew nuts (2).
Build date up to 03/2005:
Release screws (1).
IMPORTANT:
Bumper trim (1) is locked at sides in mounting holder and must be unlocked for removal purposes (risk of damage).
Removing:
- Insert special tool 00 9 317 at distance (A)
- Disengage/unlock bumper trim (1)
- Pull bumper trim (1) straight towards rear with aid of a 2nd person
- If necessary, disconnect plug connections
- Pull off bumper trim (1)
A = 60 mm
Installation:
Observe gap dimensions.