51 11 156 Removing and installing/replacing front bumper trim (M Technic aerodynamic kit)

Special tools required: 

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

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

• Remove both fog light trims, see 51 11 ... Removing and installing/replacing left or right front fog lamp trim (M Technic aerodynamic kit) 

Version with headlight washer system: 

• Remove both covers for headlight washer system, see 51 11 ... Removing and installing/replacing cover for headlight washer system on left or right (from 09/2006) 

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: 

For adjustment, refer to Body gap dimensions.

Fig 2: Screws And Bumper Trim

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Release screws (1 and 2).

Fig 3: Screws

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Release screws or rivets (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 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.

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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Installation: 

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

Fig 7: Tabs And Bumper Trim

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