51 12 810 Removing and installing / replacing deformation element on bumper carrier on left or right

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove CARRIER FOR REAR BUMPER TRIM .

Release screws (1). Remove locator (2) straight towards rear.

Fig 1: Removing Locator Toward Rear

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Installation

Tightening torque: see 3AZ in 51 12 REAR BUMPER .

Installation

Foam seal (1) on locator (2) must not be damaged.

Fig 2: Removing Locator Toward Rear

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