51 11 156 Removing and installing front bumper trim (up to 09/2006)

Special tools required:

Release screws (1).

Remove air duct (2).

Installation:

Make sure air duct (2) is in correct position.

Fig 1: Air Duct And Screws

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

Installation:

Height adjustment, refer to Gap dimensions, body.

Fig 2: Screws And Bumper Trim

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Lever trim (1) with special tool 00 9 317 out of bumper trim (2) in direction of arrow.

Fig 3: Special Tool (00 9 317)

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Release screws (1 and 2).

Fig 4: Screws

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Release screws (1 to 3) on wheel arch trim (4).

Lever out wheel arch trim (4) at side.

Installation:

Make sure wheel arch trim (4) is in correct position.

Fig 5: Retaining Elements And Wheel Arch Cover

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

Fig 6: Screw And Bumper Trim

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IMPORTANT: Do not damage bumper trim when pulling off.

Lever out bumper trim (1) with special tool 00 9 317 in direction of arrow.

Version without headlight cleaning system:

Pull bumper trim (1) forwards a little.

If necessary, disconnect plug connections on ultrasonic sensors and/or front fog lamps.

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

Fig 7: Special Tool (00 9 317)

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Version with headlight washer system:

NOTE: Have a rubber plug on hand.

Pull bumper trim (3) forwards a little.

Unlock hose (1), detach and seal pump outlet (2).

Remove bumper trim (3) towards front with aid of a 2nd person.

Fig 8: Hose, Bumper Trim And Seal Pump Outlet

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Installation:

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

Fig 9: Tabs And Bumper Trim

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