51 11 050 Removing and installing/replacing carrier for front bumper trim

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Detach wiring harness (1) from impact absorber (2).

If necessary, disconnect plug connections from add-on parts on carrier.

Version with ACC:

If necessary, remove ACC sensor .

Fig 1: Identifying Wiring Harness And Absorber

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Version with headlight washer system:

If necessary, disconnect line (2) on right from washer fluid reservoir coming from T-distributor (1).

Fig 2: Identifying Line And T-Distributor

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IMPORTANT: Carrier must not be separated from deformation elements.

NOTE: The operation is described on the left side; proceed in the same way for the right side.

Release screw (1).

If necessary, drill out rivets (3).

Release screws (2).

Remove carrier (4) with deformation element towards front.

Fig 3: Identifying Rivets, Carrier And Screws

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Installation:

If necessary, use screws and locking pins (instead of rivets) to secure deformation element.

Tightening torque 51 11 4AZ . See BODY EQUIPMENT - TIGHTENING TORQUES .

Replacement:

Depending on version:

Remove both acceleration sensors . See 65 77 541 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING FRONT LEFT OR RIGHT ACCELERATION SENSOR .
Remove both high-pressure nozzles for headlight washer system
Remove night vision camera
Remove bracket for ACC sensor
If necessary, remove both near range sensors