51 47 490 Removing and installing / replacing front assembly underside protection

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NOTE: Illustration created using X5 3.0i as an example. There may be differences in detail in the case of other models.

Release screws (1).

Pull forward assembly underside protection (2) under bumper trim (3) and remove.

Installation:

Centre underside protection (2) and tighten down screws (1).

Fig 1: Identifying Assembly Underside Protection, Bumper Trim And Screws

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