51 11 050 Removing and installing/replacing carrier for front bumper trim

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove FRONT BUMPER TRIM

Detach wiring harness (1) from impact absorber (2).

If necessary, disconnect plug connections from add-on parts on carrier.

Version with ACC:

If necessary, remove ACC SENSOR .

Fig 1: Detaching Wiring Harness From Impact Absorber

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Version with headlight washer system:

If necessary, disconnect line (2) on right from washer fluid reservoir coming from T-distributor (1).

Fig 2: Disconnect Line On Right From Washer Fluid Reservoir Coming From T-Distributor

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IMPORTANT: Carrier must not be separated from deformation elements.

NOTE: The operation is described on the left side; proceed in the same way for the right side.

Release screw (1).

If necessary, drill out rivets (3).

Release screws (2).

Remove carrier (4) with deformation element towards front.

Installation:

Fig 3: Removing Carrier With Deformation Element Towards Front

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If necessary, use screws and locking pins (instead of rivets) to secure deformation element.

Tightening torque: see 4AZ in 51 11 FRONT BUMPER

Replacement:

Remove impact absorber

Depending on version:

Remove both ACCELERATION SENSORS .
Remove both HIGH-PRESSURE NOZZLES FOR HEADLIGHT WASHER SYSTEM .
Remove NIGHT VISION CAMERA .
If necessary, remove bracket for ACC SENSOR .
If necessary, remove both NEAR RANGE SENSORS .