51 14 110 Removing and installing/replacing rear model designation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 BMW 645Ci and 2004 BMW 645Ci. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

IMPORTANT: The "Instructions for number/letter combination cementing" serve as the basis for these repair instructions and must be followed without fail.

Fitting dimensions (E63, E64):

Fig 1: Identifying Fitting Dimensions Of Rear Model Designations

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Stick on adhesive tape (1) up to top edge "A". Mark measurement "B" from edge of rear lid (2) on adhesive tape (1).

Dimensions:

NOTE: E63, E64 (without M6) A = 50 mm B = 36 mm

M6 A = 45 mm B = 54 mm

NOTE: Measurements C, D, E and F are for information purposes only, as determined by carrier film. 630 i: C = 6 mm, D = 7.0 mm, E = 22 mm, 645 Ci: C = 7.5 mm, D = 11 mm, E = 20 mm, F = 7.5 mm, M6: C = 7.5 mm