51 47 490 Removing and installing/replacing underbody protection (front)

NOTE: Description is shown on the E87 by way of example. There may be differences in detail in the case of other models.

Release screws (1).

Pull underbody protection (2) forwards under the bumper panel (3).

Installation note:

Center engine undercover (2) and tighten screws (1).

Fig 1: Pulling Underbody Protection

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Replacement:

If necessary, remount or replace front section (1) from under body protection.
Remount sheet metal nuts; if necessary replace the faulty ones.

Fig 2: Identifying Under Body Protection Front Section
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