51 12 156 Removing and installing rear bumper panel
Attention!
To guarantee system function on vehicles with LANE CHANGE WARNING SENSOR :
- there must be no mechanical damage (e.g. dents) and no body repair work with filler or painting (several coats) must be carried out in a 10 cm radius about the left or right sensor on the bumper panel
- no stickers must be attached in the area of the sensor
Comply with additional instructions as per paintwork manual.
Necessary preliminary work:
- Remove the WATER CHANNEL TRIM LEFT/RIGHT
Release screws (1) on wheel arch cover (2) on left/right.
Fold back wheel arch cover (1).
Release screw (2).
Tightening torque 51 12 4AZ .
Except for F80/F82:
Release screws (1).
Tightening torque 51 12 6AZ .
F80/F82 only:
Release screws (1).
Tightening torque 51 12 6AZ .
Release screw (1).
Tightening torque 51 12 5AZ .
Unclip the bumper panel (1) in the area (2) left/right outward.
Unclip bumper panel (1) in area (3) toward the rear.
If necessary, disconnect the plug connections of the ultrasonic sensors and remove the bumper panel (1).
Installation note:
Latch mechanisms in this area (2 and 3) must be routed correctly into the corresponding holders.
Installation note:
Latch mechanisms and guides (1) must not be damaged or missing.
Replace defective sheet metal nuts left/right.