Special Tools Required

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00 9 317 TRIM PANEL WEDGE

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

Tightening torque, see 51 11 1AZ in 51 11 FRONT BUMPER .

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

If necessary, release seal (4) on bumper trim (2).

Fig 1: Identifying Screws On Bumper Trim

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Release screws (1) on wheel arch trim (2) on left/right.

Lift out wheel arch trim (2) at side.

Installation:

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

Fig 2: Identifying Screws On Wheel Arch Trim

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

Fig 3: Identifying Screws On Bumper Trim

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IMPORTANT:

Risk of damage!

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 and/or front fog lamps.

If necessary, unlock and detach hose for headlight cleaning system.

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

Fig 4: Sliding Special Tool 00 9 317 Between Bumper Trim & Bracket

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Installation:

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

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

Fig 5: Identifying Catches Of Bumper Trim

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