51 47 491 Removing and installing/replacing rear underbody protection
Tasks should only be carried out on an exhaust system that has cooled down.
Release screws (1 and 2).
Unscrew nuts (3).
Pull out underbody protection (4) in direction of arrow towards bottom.
Installation:
Ensure correct seating.
Center underbody protection (4) before tightening down screws (1 and 2).
Replacement
- Modify sheet nuts
Installation:
If necessary, replace faulty metal nuts.
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).
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).
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).