51 47 491 Removing and installing/replacing rear underbody protection

WARNING: Scalding hazard!
This work may only be carried out on an exhaust system which has cooled down.

Single-part underbody protection (except E90/E91/E92 AWD):

Release screws (1).

Pull underbody protection (2) in direction of arrow out of bracket (3).

Installation:

Ensure correct seating.

Center underbody protection (2) and tighten down screws (1).

Fig 1: Pulling Underbody Protection

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Single-part underbody protection (E90/E91/E92 AWD):

Release screws (1).

Remove underbody protection (2) downwards.

Installation:

Ensure correct seating.

Center underbody protection (2) and tighten down screws (1).

Fig 2: Identifying Underbody Protection Screws

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Two-part underbody protection

Release screws (1).

Detach underbody protection (2) from bracket (3) and remove.

Installation:

Ensure correct seating.

Center underbody protection (2) and tighten down screws (1).

Fig 3: Detaching Underbody Protection From Bracket

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