51 11 050 Removing and installing / replacing carrier for front bumper trim

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.

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove front bumper trim, refer to 51 11 156 REMOVING AND INSTALLING FRONT BUMPER TRIM .

Detach wiring harness (1) from impact absorber (2).

Version with ACC:

If necessary, remove ACC.

Fig 1: Removing Wiring Harness From Impact Absorber

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Version with headlight washer system:

If necessary, disconnect line (2) on right from washer fluid reservoir coming from T-distributor (1).

Fig 2: Disconnecting Line On Right From Washer Fluid Reservoir

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IMPORTANT: Carrier must not be separated from deformation elements.

NOTE: The operation is described on the left side; proceed in the same way for the right side.

Release screw (1).

If necessary, drill out rivets (3).

Release screws (2).

Remove carrier (4) with deformation element towards front.

Fig 3: Removing Carrier With Deformation Element

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Installation:

If necessary, use screws and locking pins (instead of rivets) to secure deformation element.

Tightening torque, refer to 51 11 4AZ in BODY EQUIPMENT - TIGHTENING TORQUES - 645CI .

Replacement:

Remove impact absorber
If necessary, replace high-pressure nozzle of headlight washer system.