51 71... Removing and installing front underride protection

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Special tools required:

00 9 317

NOTE: Pictures created using the X6 3.0 i US as an example. There may be differences in detail in the case of other models.

Release screws (1).

Unclip catches (2) with special tool 00 9 317 and remove underride protection (3).

Fig 1: Removing Underride Protection And Catches Using Special Tool (00 9 317)

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Installation:

Catches (1) on underride protection (2) must not be damaged.

Fig 2: Identifying Underride Protection And Catches

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