51 13... Replacing front radiator grille, middle left or right

NOTE: Representation created using the E85 (Z4) as an example. There may be differences in detail in the case of other vehicle models.

Lever out upper catches (3) and separate inner section (2) from chrome ring (1).

Fig 1: Identifying Upper Catches And Chrome Ring

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Installation:

Check inner section (1) for damage.

Retaining lugs (3) and (4) along line (2) must not be damaged.

Fig 2: Identifying Lugs And Line

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Installation:

Check chrome ring (1) for damage.

Catches (4) and guides (3) along line (2) must not be damaged.

Fig 3: Identifying Chrome Ring And Guides

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Installation:

Assemble chrome ring (1) and inner section (2).

Make sure catch (3) is correctly assembled.

Fig 4: Identifying Chrome Ring And Inner Section

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