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51 47 491 Removing And Installing/Replacing Rear Underbody Protection

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Necessary preliminary tasks: 

Not M5 

Unfasten screws (1... 3).

Press heat shield (5) back.

Release screws (4) and remove underbody protection (6).

Installation: 

Ensure correct seating.

Center underbody protection (6) and tighten down all screws.

Fig 1: Identifying Underbody Protection Screws
G04742336Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

M5 only 

Unfasten screws (1 and 2).

Remove underbody protection (3).

Installation: 

Ensure correct seating.

Center underbody protection (3) and tighten down all screws.

Fig 2: Identifying Underbody Protection Screws
G04742337Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.