51 11 156 Removing And Installing/Replacing Front Bumper Trim (M Technic Aerodynamic Kit)

WARNING: This page is about a different variant/trim than selected.

Special Tools Required

Necessary preliminary tasks:

NOTE: Prior to removing, pay attention to the exact installation position with respect to the adjoining components.

Detach seal (4) in covered area of bumper trim (2).

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

Lift bumper trim (2) over guide (3).

Fig 1: Identifying Bumper Trim, Lift Bumper Trim & Guide

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Release screws (1) on wheel arch trim (2) on both sides.

Lift out wheel arch trim (2) at side.

Installation:

Make sure wheel arch trim (2) is in correct position.

Fig 2: Identifying Wheel Arch Trim & Screws

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Release screws (1).

Fig 3: Identifying Wheel Arch Trim & Screws

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IMPORTANT: Do not damage bumper trim when pulling off.

Slide special tool 00 9 317 between bumper trim (1) and bracket (2).

Release catches in area (3) and lever out bumper trim (1) in outward direction.

Pull bumper trim (1) forwards a little.

If necessary, disconnect plug connections on ultrasonic sensors/front fog lamps.

Remove bumper trim (1) towards front with aid of a 2nd person.

Fig 4: Identifying Screws

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Installation:

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

If necessary, carry out height adjustment, refer to 41 00... BODY GAP DIMENSIONS

Fig 5: Identifying Catches Of Bumper Trim

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Version with fog lamps: