51 11 156 Removing and installing front bumper trim

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

Raise hood lid.

Release screws (1) on bumper trim (2).

Fig 1: Removing Screws On Bumper Trim

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Lever out trim (1 and 2) in direction of arrow.

Fig 2: Identifying Direction For Removing Bumper Trim

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Installation:

Make sure trims (2) are in correct installation position.

Installation:

Catches (1) on trim (2) must not be damaged.

Fig 3: Identifying Catches On Trim

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Installation:

Catches (1) and guide (2) on trim (3) must not be damaged.

Fig 4: Identifying Catches And Guide On Trim

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Release screws (1) on bumper trim (2).

Fig 5: Releasing Screws On Bumper Trim

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Release screws (1) on wheel arch trim (2).

Fig 6: Releasing Screws On Wheel Arch Trim

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IMPORTANT: Do not damage bumper trim when pulling off.

Pull bumper trim (1) in direction of arrow off side guide.

Fig 7: Identifying Direction For Removing Bumper Trim

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Pull off bumper trim (1) towards front.

Version without headlight cleaning system:

If necessary, disconnect plug connections on fog lamps (2) 2nd/or Park Distance Control (3).

Fig 8: Identifying Plug Connections On Fog Lamps 2Nd/Or Park Distance Control

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Remove bumper trim (1) towards front (with aid of a 2nd person).

Version with headlight cleaning system:

NOTE: Have a rubber plug on hand. Unlock hose (1), detach and seal pump outlet (2). Remove bumper trim towards front (with aid of 2nd person).

Fig 9: Unlocking Hose And Detaching And Seal Pump Outlet

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Installation:

Tabs (1) on bumper trim (2) must not be damaged.

Fig 10: Identifying Tabs On Bumper Trim

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