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

Special tools required: 

• 00 9 317 00 9 310 ASSEMBLY WEDGES (SET IN PLASTIC CASE)

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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Release screws (1).

Release screws (2) on wheel arch cover.

Fig 3: Screws And Wheel Arch Cover

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Release retaining elements (1 to 3) on wheel arch cover (4).

Lever out wheel arch cover (4) at side.

Installation: 

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

Fig 4: Retaining Elements And Wheel Arch Cover

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

Fig 5: Screw And Bumper Trim

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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 6: Special Tool (00 9 317)

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Version with headlight washer system: 

Fig 7: Hose, Bumper Trim And Seal Pump Outlet

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Installation: 

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

Fig 8: Tabs And Bumper Trim

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