51 11 187 Removing And Installing/Replacing Left Or Right Trim Grille In Bumper Trim (M Technic Aerodynamic Kit)

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

• Remove FRONT BUMPER TRIM 

Version with fog lamps: 

• Remove fog lamp  . See LIGHTS - REPAIR (128i) or LIGHTS - REPAIR (135i) .

Release catches (1) on bumper trim (2) and remove trim grille (3).

Installation: 

Catches (1) on bumper trim (2) must not be damaged.

Fig 1: Identifying Catches On Bumper Trim

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