51 11 156 Removing and installing front bumper trim

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Release expansion rivets (1) on left/right.

Fig 1: Releasing Expansion Rivets On Left & Right

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Release screws (1). On M Roadster, unfasten screws (2).

Installation: Bumper trim is secured through opening (3) on left/right.

Fig 2: Identifying Screws (1 & 2) & Securing Bumper Trim Through Opening (3)

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Release screws in area (1) and remove strip (2).

Fig 3: Releasing Screws (1) & Removing Strip (2)

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Unclip bumper trim (1) in area (2) on left/right in direction of arrow with special tool 00 9 317.

Version with fog lamps: Pull bumper trim (1) forwards slightly and disconnect plug connections on fog lamp on left/right. Remove bumper trim (1) straight forwards with a 2nd person helping.

Fig 4: Pulling Bumper Trim (1) Forward

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