51 12 827 Removing and installing / replacing guide for bottom rear bumper

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove rear bumper trim, refer to 51 12 050 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING CARRIER FOR REAR BUMPER TRIM .

All models except M6:

Release nuts (1) on guide (2).

Remove guide (2).

Fig 1: Removing Nuts And Guide (All Models Except M6)

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Installation:

If necessary, replace faulty nuts (1).

M6 only:

Bend guide (1) downwards slightly and release nuts (2) behind.

Remove guide (1).

Installation:

If necessary, replace faulty nuts (2).

Fig 2: Removing Guide (M6 Only)

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