51 12 157 Replacing rear bumper trim

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Necessary preliminary tasks

Remove REAR BUMPER TRIM .

Version with Park Distance Control (PDC):

Remove ULTRASONIC TRANSDUCER .

Unclip wiring harness (1) at points (2).

Installation:

Check wiring harness for damage, replace if necessary.

Make sure wiring harness is correctly seated.

Fig 1: Identifying Ultrasonic Transducer Wiring Harness Removal Points

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NOTE: Depending on engine version, install thermal protection (1).

Attach thermal protection (1) to bumper trim (2) and secure with retainers (3).

Fig 2: Identifying Thermal Protection, Bumper Trim And Retainers

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