51 11 050 Removing and installing/replacing carrier for front bumper trim
Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Remove FRONT BUMPER TRIM
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 .
Version with headlight washer system:
If necessary, disconnect line (2) on right from washer fluid reservoir coming from T-distributor (1).
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.
Installation:
If necessary, use screws and locking pins (instead of rivets) to secure deformation element.
Tightening torque: see 4AZ in 51 11 FRONT BUMPER
Replacement:
- Remove impact absorber
Depending on version:
- Remove both ACCELERATION SENSORS .
- Remove both HIGH-PRESSURE NOZZLES FOR HEADLIGHT WASHER SYSTEM .
- Remove NIGHT VISION CAMERA .
- If necessary, remove bracket for ACC SENSOR .
- If necessary, remove both NEAR RANGE SENSORS .