51 12 801 Replacing Bracket For Rear Bumper At Left Or Right

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

• Remove rear bumper side section 

Release screws/nuts (1).

Release expander rivets (2) and remove bracket (3).

Tightening torque. See BODY EQUIPMENT - TIGHTENING TORQUES .

Fig 1: Identifying Screws/Nuts And Expander Rivets

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Installation: 

Guides in area (A) of bracket (2) must not be damaged.

If necessary, replace faulty metal nuts (1) on bracket (2).

Fig 2: Identifying Faulty Metal Nuts On Bracket

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