51 12 156 Removing and installing rear bumper trim (M6)

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Partially remove luggage compartment wheel arch trim on left .
If necessary, remove number/license plate .

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

Release short and long screws (1) and (2) on wheel arch cover (3).

Fig 1: Release Short And Long Screws (1) And (2) On Wheel Arch Cover (3)

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Release expander rivet (1) on bumper trim (2).

Fig 2: Release Expander Rivet (1) On Bumper Trim (2)

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Release screw (1) on bumper trim (2).

Fig 3: Release Screw (1) On Bumper Trim (2)

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Disconnect plug connection (1) and feed out wiring harness with cable grommet (2) in direction of arrow.

Fig 4: Feed Out Wiring Harness With Cable Grommet (2) In Direction Of Arrow

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Release screws (1) on bumper trim (2). Unclip bumper trim (2) to side panel outwards. Remove bumper trim (2) towards rear with aid of a 2nd person.

Fig 5: Remove Bumper Trim (2) Towards Rear

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