51 12 157 Replacing rear bumper trim

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

• Remove rear BUMPER TRIM 
  Fig 1: Identifying Rear Bumper Trim Components

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Remove REFLECTOR (1) . (not M5).

Remove cover cap (2) for tow lug.

If necessary, remove flap for towing hitch (3) (not M5).

Version with Park Distance Control: 

Remove all ULTRASONIC TRANSDUCERS (4) .

Remove wiring harness (5) for ultrasonic transducers.

M5 only 

Release catches (1).

Remove frame (2).