51 12 827 Removing and installing / replacing guide for bottom rear bumper

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Necessary Preliminary Tasks:

Remove rear bumper trim. Refer to 51 12 156 REMOVING AND INSTALLING REAR BUMPER TRIM .

All Models Except M6:

Release nuts (1) on guide (2).

Remove guide (2).

Installation:

If necessary, replace faulty nuts (1).

Fig 1: Identifying Nuts On Guide

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M6 Only:

Bend guide (1) downwards slightly and release nuts (2) behind.

Remove guide (1).

Installation:

If necessary, replace faulty nuts (2).

Fig 2: View Of Guide

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